School of Integrative Science and Technology (IST)
20
Faculty
17
Average Class Size
91%
of Students Conduct Research
The School of Integrative Science and Technology (IST) draws upon an 18-year history of success from its predecessor, the New Jersey Center for Science, Technology and Mathematics (NJCSTM). Within one year of graduation, 90% of Kean's STEM graduates are employed in their respective fields or pursue an advanced degree.
IST provides a rigorous, multidisciplinary approach to STEM education. Biology, chemistry, math, and physics are taught together through a two-year introductory curriculum. Kean is nationally recognized for innovation and our STEM degree programs are at the vanguard of research and instructional excellence.
IST was created to enhance and expand the mission and cohesive approach of NJCSTM, in partnership with academic departments within the Dorothy and George Hennings College of Science Mathematics and Technology. IST is housed in a 133,000 ft2 LEED Design Award-winning facility, with state-of-the art teaching and research facilities for computational research, chemistry, molecular & cellular biology, and physics, and advanced, modern research equipment for computing, analysis, imaging, 3-D visualization and genomic research.
- Biology - STEM Teacher Education - 5 yr B.S./M.A.
- Biotechnology/Molecular Biology - STEM 5-year B.S./M.S.
- Biomedicine 4 year B.S.
- Biotechnology Science 2 year (M.S.)
- Chemistry - STEM Teacher Education - 5-year B.S./M.A.
- Computational Science & Engineering - STEM 5-year B.S./M.S.
- Genetic Counseling (M.S.)
- Mathematics - STEM Teacher Education - 5-year B.S./M.A.
Scholarships
Merit Scholarships are awarded to students based on math/verbal SAT combined scores. Almost every student is covered under an aid or scholarship, allowing them to concentrate on academics rather than funding.
High Impact Learning
Through strong faculty mentoring and dedicated support services, students experience a rich and supportive learning environment that has achieved unparalleled success in graduation rates and career placement.
Engaging Research
Through our Research First Initiative (RFI), students join faculty-sponsored research teams and learn through actual laboratory experience. We have an unique summer research program for high school students.
