Admissions - Frequently Asked questions

Please find below a listing of Frequently Asked Questions that are directed to the Admissions area of Enrollment Services. If you have any questions that are not indicated below, please call us at (973) 972-5454 or e-mail us at shrpadm@umdnj.edu and we will respond within 2 business days.

Admissions Questions

Admissions Answers

Admissions Process Answers

Where do I find the requirements and documents needed to complete my application?

You can go to the SHRP website and look in the Admissions Brochure (pdf) as well as go to individual program brochures.

What are the tuition and fees for the school?

The tuition and fees for the school can be found on SHRP's Tuition and Fees web page.


Can I download an application from the website and submit it?

Yes, the application for admission is available online in PDF format and applicants may type their information directly onto the form. You must include a check or money order payable to UMDNJ for the $75.00 application fee and mail to:

UMDNJ-School of Health Related Professions
Office of Enrollment Services
65 Bergen Street, Room 149
Newark, NJ 07101-1709

Applicants may also pay the application for admission fee with a credit card.

Can I complete my application on line?

Yes, applicants may apply on-line through the SHRP website. You will need a credit card to pay the application fee. Applicants to the joint programs in Dental Assisting, Dental Hygiene, Psychosocial Rehabilitation, Respiratory Care and Psychiatric Rehabilitation and Psychology with Kean University cannot apply online.

I am applying for a program and I wanted to know the acceptable GPA?

The acceptable GPA depends on the respective program. Please see the brochure for the program you are interested in for specific information. All program brochures are on the SHRP website on the Educational Programs webpage.

I am interested in a program and I know that the deadline date has already passed, is there anyway I can still be considered for this term?

Most students who miss the registration deadline begin taking classes as a non-matriculating student for that semester for many programs.

Can I change the term I would like my application reviewed for?

Yes, for only one term. You must call Enrollment Services and request to have the application reviewed for another term by the Program Director. After one year from the term you applied for, you must submit another application and fee.

Who makes the admission decision?

Admission /denial decisions are made by the Program Director. The number of students accepted varies from program to program as well as other requirements such as GPA and test scores. Please see specific program brochures for more detailed information on admission requirements.

When will acceptance letters be mailed?

Some programs review the applications shortly after the deadline and within a few weeks, decisions are sent to students. Others will accept students on a rolling basis throughout the year.

What is my student ID? How do I obtain my ID number?

The student ID is a generated number that will be used to identify you as an SHRP student. Student ID numbers (starts with 'A') are located on the Welcome tab of the My.UMDNJ portal. In the University Wide ToolBox, there is a link titled “My University ID”. You can access your student ID number within a couple of weeks after you accept admittance and submit the needed forms and make a deposit.

How do I register for classes after I submit my tuition deposit?

A letter will be sent to your indicated Mailing Address giving you your registration PIN once Enrollment Services receives your tuition deposit. Once you have access to the my.umdnj portal, you will be able to register. If you are in a block scheduled program (one where you take a fixed set up courses per semester), you do not have to register for your courses. You will be automatically registered by Enrollment Services.

How do I know which courses to register for?

You can look on your Requirements for Graduation to determine which courses to select. This is the document that you signed when accepted into the program which is also available online in our Course Catalog or contact your Program Director / advisor for guidance.

What if I was accepted into a program but would like to defer my admission to another term?

You must go to the SHRP website and download the Admission Deferment Request form and submit to Enrollment Services. Enrollment Services will then contact your Program Director for approval. If the deferment is approved, you will receive another acceptance letter for the appropriate term. Students can only defer for 1 year from the term they were accepted to. All admissions forms can be found online.


What do I do if I want to apply for readmission?

You will have to submit another application and application fee. The same documents (i.e. official transcripts from previous institutions, test scores, letters of recommendation, resume, etc.) can be used from the previous application. If you attended school in the meantime, updated transcripts will have to be submitted. If you are accepted, you will receive another acceptance packet and will have to complete another criminal background check.

I was accepted into a program but I never replied to my offer letter. I am still interested in attending the program. Can you tell me what I would do to start taking classes?

If you were accepted less than 1 year ago, you must fill out a deferment form for the future semester you would like to start attending classes and send to Enrollment Services. Enrollment Services will contact your Program Director and send you another acceptance letter, if approved.

If you were accepted more than 1 year ago, you must re-apply to the program by sending in another application and application fee. Enrollment Services can use the same recommendation letters, resume, transcripts etc. If you took any courses since being accepted, you must send in an updated transcript. If you are readmitted, you will receive another acceptance letter for the appropriate term.

How long does Enrollment Services keep admissions records for?

We keep admissions records for 3 years.

What do I do if I am in a program but want to switch to another one?

You will have to send in another application and application fee. The same external documents can be used from the previous application. If accepted, you will receive another acceptance letter and will have to officially withdraw from the current program you are enrolled in.

How do I obtain a Student ID card?

You may contact Public Safety at the following numbers:

Newark campus: (973) 972-5489
Piscataway/New Brunswick: (732) 235-9363
Stratford: (856) 566-6061

How do I get information on parking?

You may contact ID Services at (973) 972-5489 for information on Parking.

Non-Matriculated Students Answers

Can I attend SHRP as a non-matriculated student?

Yes, you may attend SHRP as a non-matriculated student and you are encouraged to enroll as a non-matriculated student at SHRP when:

* You missed the program admissions deadline for the upcoming term but would like to enroll now.
* You would like to take classes beforehand to determine if you are going to apply to an SHRP program.

The Non-matriculated Status Course Registration is available online.

How many credits can I take as a Non-Matriculated Student?

You can take up to a total of twelve credits before having to apply to a Program. Additional non-matric coursework would need to be approved by the Associate Dean for Academic Affairs and Research.

Financial Aid Answers

Am I eligible for Financial Aid? How do I apply?

For information on applying for Financial Aid, please visit UMDNJ's University Financial Aid website online. Please note that Financial Aid is administered by the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey for the School of Health Related Professions .

School codes Answers

What is the school code for the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)?

013645

What is the school code for the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL)? Is there a school requirement? How long is the score good for?

The school code is 2895. The score is good for 2 years. Acceptable scores are 550 for the paper based exam and 79-80 for Internet based. These are minimal scores, may differ by program.

What is the school code for the Graduate Records Examination (GRE)? Is there a school requirement?

The school code is 3116. You can look in the Admissions Brochure or the individual program brochures for specific GRE requirements.

Health Insurance Answers

Am I required to have health insurance coverage?

You are required to have health insurance coverage if you are a full-time or part-time student participating in a clinical course. You will automatically be billed for the school's sponsored plan on your tuition bill.


I already have health insurance and I do not need the schools plan. What should I do?

If you who do not wish to participate in the schools sponsored health insurance plan, you must complete a waiver proving that you have comparable coverage to the University sponsored plan or you will be charged for health insurance.


Where can I find the waiver form and who should I send it to?

You can find a waiver form at http://www.universityhealthplans.com . This form is directly sent to AETNA electronically and AETNA will determine if your alternate health insurance plan is comparable. You must select the submit button after the form has been completed. You are strongly encouraged to print a copy of the confirmation page for your records.

What are the deadlines to waive health insurance?

I missed the deadline to waive health insurance. How can I appeal the health insurance charge?

After the Health Insurance wavier deadline has passed, if you wish to appeal the Health Insurance charge you may do so by filing an appeal. Please call (732) 235-4458 for further instructions. You will be charged a non-refundable $100.00 administration fee for the appeal process. This fee applies to both acceptance and rejections of the appeal.

I am not a full-time student or a part-time student participating in a clinical course. Can I still enroll in the schools plan?

Yes. You can enroll in the schools sponsored plan by completing the “Optional Student Enrollment” form at www.univeristyhealthplans.com . This form, along with the full payment must be forwarded directly to University Health Plan.

What are the coverage dates and costs for SHRP's sponsored insurance plan?

Annual Plan (8/1-7/31)

Winter Plan (1/1-8/1)

Summer Plan (5/1-8/1)

Can I enroll in the insurance plan after the enrollment deadline?

You can enroll in the UMDNJ plan after the enrollment deadline, should a qualifying event (loss of other coverage) occur. Examples of qualifying events include age limit under parent's policy, marriage, etc... You must supply written proof that your other coverage has terminated through a qualifying event. Once you have terminated from your current insurance carrier, you have 31 days after your termination to enroll in the UMDNJ student health insurance plan.

Do I get an insurance card?

Yes, once you are enrolled in the UMDNJ Student Health Insurance, an insurance card will be sent to your current mailing address. In the event that the card did not arrive on time, please see on the back of the student health insurance brochure for a temporary ID card that can be used until you receive your permanent ID card.

What if I lost my insurance card?

Please contact University Health Plans at (800) 466-3185 to request another card or visit www.universityhealthplans.com, click on UMDNJ and select the student health insurance plan to view the option to request an ID card.

I have purchased coverage for myself, but can I also purchase coverage for my dependents (spouse, child)?

Yes, you can purchase coverage for your dependents. There are specific deadlines for enrolling your dependents. Please refer to your UMDNJ student health insurance brochure or at www.universityhealthplans.com . You can obtain a copy of the dependent enrollment form by logging on to UHP website or call UHP to enroll at (800) 437-6448.

What happens if I withdraw from school while I am enrolled in your insurance plan? Will my money be refunded? Will I still be covered?

Yes, you will be enrolled and will not receive a refund after 31 days. You will continue to be insured through the period for which you paid.

Criminal Background Checks Answers

Do I need to complete a Criminal Background Check?

You are required to complete a Criminal Background Check unless you are in one of the following programs: Biomedical Informatics and Psychiatric Rehabilitation.

What do I have to complete in order to receive a Criminal Background Check?

When you are accepted for admission, you will be sent Authorization and Self-Disclosure forms which you return to Enrollment Services with your deposit. Your admission is not considered final until your criminal background check is complete and acceptable to UMDNJ.

If I had a Criminal Background Check recently with my employer, do I need to get another for SHRP?

Yes. Criminal Background Checks differ from one another, therefore students are required to complete the one offered by UMDNJ.

Students in On-Line Programs Answers

I am an on-line student. Do I have to submit immunization records?

Yes, in your acceptance packet, there will be a form titled “Health Immunization for Web Based Students”. You can fill this form out yourself and submit it along with your tuition deposit to Enrollment Services. If your program requires you to do a clinical rotation, you will have to see a physician and submit the appropriate forms to:

Student Health Services
90 Bergen Street
DOC 1750
Newark , NJ 07103-2499

You can contact Student Health at (973) 972-7687 with any questions.

I am an on-line student. Do I have to purchase the school health insurance?

If you are a full time student or a part time student taking a clinical course you will be required to have health insurance. If you already have insurance, you can waive it at www.universityhealthplans.com . The insurance must be comparable to the UMDNJ sponsored plan. You must pay attention to waiver deadline dates.

As an on-line student, do I pay out-of-state tuition for the web courses?

No, all web courses are billed at an in-state tuition rate with slight fee differences.

Access to My.UMDNJ, E-mail and WebCT Answers

How do I get access to the My.UMDNJ portal, student e-mail and WebCT?

Within three days after Enrollment Services receives your tuition deposit, a letter will be sent to your mailing address on file with a pin number and a website you must go to which will enable your to activate your accounts. Once they are activated and you create a password, your user name and email address will be given to you. You are encouraged to print them out for your records. The password created will be the same for the portal, email,WebCT and wireless internet access.

How do I access the My.UMDNJ portal?

You can get to the log-in page via the SHRP website by clicking on the my.umdnj link on top of any page.

How do I access my student e-mail account?

Click in the email icon on the upper right hand side of the welcome page of the My.UMDNJ portal.

How do I get to WebCT (on-line learning tool)?

Web learning tools are located on the Education Tab of the Portal, in the My Courses box (right side of the page).

What if I forgot my portal password?

On the log-in page of the portal, there is a link that says “Forgot your password”. Click on this and it will prompt you to answer your secret questions that you previously set-up, then allow you to change your password. If you don't know the answers to these personal questions or never set them up, you will need to call the UMDNJ Service Center at (732) 743-3200 and request to have your portal password changed.

What if I never received the e-mail giving me my username and password to the portal?

Please call our Enrollment Services Center at (973) 972-8515. If no one is available, you can also call the UMDNJ Service Center at (732) 743-3200.

Transfer Credit Answers

How can I receive transfer credits from my previous school?

After you deposit, you should complete the Transfer Credit Evaluation Form (pdf) form on the SHRP website and present it to our Program Director with course descriptions from your previous college catalog. The Program Director will evaluate the credit and make the recommendation to the Dean's office. Once approved, Enrollment Services will post the transfer credits on your transcript. Check the SHRP Student Handbook on the number of transfer credits that are allowed.

Portfolio Assessment Answers

How do I get credit for “life experience” if I believe I have work or other experience that matches the coursework I need to take?

You should first discuss the situation with our Program Director to see if the experience matches the course. If the Program Director agrees to provide a project for you to earn the credit, you must complete the Application for Portfolio Application Form (pdf) on the SHRP website and submit it to Enrollment Services with a check for half of the tuition of the course. Upon successful completion of the assessment, the Program Director will submit an Evaluation of Portfolio Assessment Form (pdf) to Enrollment Services for credit.

New Student Orientation Answers

What is the New Student Orientation? Is it required for all students?

Yes, it is required for all new students to complete the New Student Orientation prior to the first day of classes. There is essential information on various subjects that will be very helpful as you begin your enrollment at SHRP. Also, there are some required tasks and important information only relevant to certain programs. When accessing the orientation, click on the program within SHRP you are enrolling in to see specific information to that program.

Residency Answers

Am I eligible for in-state tuition? What documents are needed?

If you are applying for in-state residency, you need to go to the SHRP website and complete an Application for Reclassification as a New Jersey Resident for Tuition Purposes form (pdf) . The form needs to be notarized and sent to Enrollment Services along with the following documents: New Jersey Drivers License, New Jersey Automobile Registration, Long Term Lease, and the previous year Income Tax forms of the applicant and parents regardless of the state they were filed in. Enrollment Services may request additional documentation.

Workforce Development Answers

I am currently unemployed. Do I qualify for Workforce Development?

If you intend to apply for Workforce Development, you must self-identify at the time your enrollment deposit is due by sending Enrollment Services a letter stating so in lieu of the tuition deposit. If you do not self-identify in writing by that date, you are not eligible to apply for Workforce Development. Students should go to the SHRP website and go to Policies for a complete list of requirements for Workforce Development.

International Students Answers

I am an international student. Can I attend your school?

Yes, we do accept international students six months prior to the start of the semester. Please see the Office of International Student's website for more information.

I have been going to school in the United States. Do I still need a TOEFL?

If you have successfully completed English Composition I and II with a grade of C or better, it is not required. If not, a TOEFL must be submitted.

I was educated abroad in English. Do I still need a TOEFL?

Students who received their secondary and/or college education in the following countries do not have to take the TOEFL exam: Australia , Canada except Quebec Province , New Zealand , Republic of Ireland , and the United Kingdom .

I am an international student but have been living in New Jersey . Can I pay in-state tuition?

No, international students are not eligible for in state tuition even if they reside in NJ.

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