Spring 2027 Capstone FAQ Assistant
Capstone event dates · Official NJIT academic calendar
When does Spring 2027 start, and when is add/drop?
Classes start January 19. The last day to add or drop a class is January 25. Check your registered section for its Capstone meeting instructions.
When is spring recess, and when is the withdrawal deadline?
NJIT spring recess runs March 21–27. April 5 is the last day to withdraw.
When are the Industry Open House and the Capstone Showcase?
The Industry Open House is pre-reserved for February 6, 10 a.m.–7 p.m. ET. The Capstone Showcase is pre-reserved for May 1, 9 a.m.–8 p.m. ET. Check the event announcements for assigned times, format, and location.
When do classes and finals end?
May 3 is the last day of classes. Reading days are May 4–5, and NJIT final exams run May 6–12. University final grades are due May 16. Check the Spring 2027 Capstone syllabus for course-specific deliverables and deadlines.
When are orientation, training, midterm, and progress reports?
Check Spring 2027 announcements for orientation, training, the midterm, and progress-report dates as they are posted.
Is Capstone an internship?
Capstone is a three-credit academic course where students practice professional project work with a team.
Which pathways can I apply for?
Use Capstone Admissions to check which pathways are open for Spring 2027, who is eligible, and what each application requires.
Can I form a team before the Open House?
Talk with potential teammates if you wish. Use the official Placement process to confirm your project and team before treating either as final.
What should I do after an Open House interview?
Check Capstone Placement and follow the Spring 2027 instructions to verify your status and complete any required commitment steps.
What does a Project Manager do?
The PM helps the team plan and coordinate work, assign owners, document decisions, track blockers, and communicate progress to stakeholders.
What belongs in the team readiness package?
Prepare to describe the project goal, scope, stakeholders, team roles, first milestones, and risks. Use the Spring 2027 template and rubric once posted.
How can we document team contributions?
Record meeting decisions, task ownership, and completed work as you go. Raise a participation concern early with your PM or course staff and bring specific examples.
What should teams prepare for the Showcase?
Plan to demonstrate the product and explain the problem, the users, and what the team built and tested. Check the Spring 2027 Showcase instructions for format and evaluation details.
Where will I find attendance rules, rubrics, and grading weights?
Check the Spring 2027 syllabus and course materials when they are posted. The hub will announce when Canvas is ready.
How should I use AI in Capstone work?
Check the assignment and Spring 2027 course guidance before using AI. Verify claims and code, and document or disclose assistance where required.
How do I request an accessibility accommodation?
Work with NJIT’s Office of Accessibility Resources and Services and follow its process for sharing approved accommodations with your instructor.
Where should I start while Canvas is being prepared?
Read the welcome announcement, work through the Start Here module, and check the hub for the Canvas opening announcement.
What if I need to add a seat or change sections?
Contact your college advisor for enrollment and section changes. NJIT’s Spring 2027 add/drop deadline is January 25.
Which app do I use for admission, placement, or team reporting?
Use Admissions for intake and requirements, Placement for projects and teams, and THE PULSE for team tracking once the student link is posted. See the app directory.
Do I need to attend the entire Open House or Showcase reservation window?
The dates above show the pre-reserved event windows. Your section, team, or volunteer reporting time will be shared with the event instructions.
Where do I find the handbook, recordings, and assignment details?
Start with the Resource Library. Check there for Spring 2027 handbook, walkthrough, and course material updates.
Where do I go if I cannot access an app or need help with a request?
Use the Student Request Resolution Center. Include your course and section, the app name, and what you tried.
Spring 2027 modules
Start Here · Welcome and orientation
Welcome to Spring 2027 Capstone, CS 491 and IT 491. Start with the announcements and the onboarding checklist. Check back for the Spring 2027 orientation schedule and the Canvas transition announcement.
Read the starter handbook · Find orientation videos
Admissions · Get ready for Capstone
Open the Admissions app, review the requirements for your situation, and follow the instructions shown there. Use the Resolution Center if you need help with a request.
Open Capstone AdmissionsPlacement · Find your project and team
Check the Placement app for instructions and opportunities. As you explore projects, think about the skills you can contribute, the work you want to learn, and the time you can commit.
Open Capstone PlacementTeam kickoff · Prepare for your first meeting
Once your placement is confirmed, agree on a meeting time, who will record decisions, and who owns each first task. Capture your product goal, open questions, and next steps so everyone leaves with the same plan.
Find team tools in the app directoryProject work · Progress, feedback, and support
Keep track of decisions, contributions, and blockers as your team works. Check the hub for THE PULSE student link. Use the Resolution Center when you need help with an issue that requires follow-up.
Open the Student Request Resolution Center