Kean University

Kean University’s STEM building in Union
May 18, 2026

Kean earns strong ratings ahead of NJCU merger

Kean University secured strong credit ratings as it prepares to finalize its merger with New Jersey City University.

New Jersey City University's Hepburn Hall
May 12, 2026

NJCU faculty union launches $25K scholarship fund

The award arrives as New Jersey City University prepares to merge with Kean University this summer as well as its centennial anniversary.

New Jersey City University formally installed Andrés Acebo as the institution's 13th president Sept. 10, 2025.
Apr 28, 2026

NJCU President Acebo reflects on Kean merger milestone

NJCU President Andrés Acebo reflects on the Kean University merger, calling it a historic milestone as the school transitions to Kean Jersey City.

New Jersey City University (left) and Kean University (right)
Apr 27, 2026

Kean-NJCU merger advances with new approval (updated)

Kean University's merger with NJCU wins accreditation approval, with deal set to close July 1, expanding access to public higher education.

New Jersey City University
Apr 3, 2026

Moody’s upgrades NJCU to investment grade

Moody's Ratings cited New Jersey City University's debt reduction, improved liquidity and progress toward its planned merger with Kean University.

Kean University’s STEM building in Union
Mar 19, 2026

Kean, CSIT launch grant support program for NJ entrepreneurs

NJ CSIT and Kean University launch an SBIR/STTR training program to help New Jersey startups secure federal research funding.

Middlesex College and Kean University announced a new partnership agreement Feb. 4, 2026.
Feb 5, 2026

Kean, Middlesex College launch teacher transfer pathway

Kean University and Middlesex College aim to establish a seamless experiences for education students, reducing costs and helping meet N.J.’s teacher demand.

New Jersey City University (left) and Kean University (right)
Jan 13, 2026

Murphy signs bill advancing Kean–NJCU university merger

Gov. Phil Murphy signed a law moving the Kean University–NJCU merger forward, unlocking $25 million in state funding and clearing a path for a 2026 completion.

Graduation
Dec 2, 2025

NJ program brings 13,500 adult learners back to school

Some College No Degree helps students earn diplomas, universities recapture tuition and boosts the economy, according to a new report.

2025 Founders and Funders
Nov 25, 2025

NJEDA Founders & Funders boosts startup–investor connections

Held at Kean University, this year's event joined 24 New Jersey ventures with 20 backers, supporting innovation and access to capital.

Mercer County Technical Schools students
Nov 24, 2025

New Jersey vo-tech schools expand AI career pathways

New artificial intelligence and robotics programs and partnerships with industry experts are preparing students for future careers.

Ocean County Vocational Technical School's pre-nursing program
Oct 20, 2025

NJ vocational schools fast-track students into nursing

Institutions in Monmouth and Ocean counties launch programs to address workforce shortages and accelerate students into health care careers.