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New Jersey City University

Mexico economic mission November 2025
Nov 7, 2025

Murphy leads final NJ economic mission to Mexico

The trip aims to strengthen trade, education and workforce partnerships, with key leadership from New Jersey City University, Choose New Jersey, the Statewide Hispanic Chamber of Commerce of New Jersey and others.

New Jersey City University (left) and Kean University (right)
Oct 2, 2025

Kean, NJCU merger moves ahead with new agreement

The definitive merger agreement to form Kean Jersey City advances plans to expand access and services at the emerging institution by 2026.

Kean University
Sep 19, 2025

Kean to offer in-state tuition for all students worldwide

Beginning fall 2026, the university will extend the local rates to all enrollees, expanding access and boosting enrollment growth.

Education
Sep 17, 2025

NJBIZ list highlights NJ colleges’ consolidation, leadership trends

Institutions of higher learning in the state reported mergers, enrollment shifts and changes in leadership, according to the NJBIZ Colleges & Universities list.

New Jersey City University formally installed Andrés Acebo as the institution's 13th president Sept. 10, 2025.
Sep 12, 2025

Acebo inaugurated as 13th president of NJCU

Honoring his leadership through crisis and vision for New Jersey City University's future, Andrés Acebo is only the third Hispanic to lead a four-year public institution in the state.

On July 30, 2025, the New Jersey Economic Development Authority announced financial support for the development and operation of the Statewide Hispanic Chamber of Commerce of New Jersey Innovation Business Hub, housed at the New Jersey City University School of Business.
Jul 31, 2025

NJEDA backs SHCCNJ Innovation Hub at NJCU for entrepreneurs

The space will provide resources to support Hispanic business owners through education, mentorship and small business resources.

New Jersey City University interim President Andres Acebo
Jul 24, 2025

Acebo drops interim title to become 13th NJCU president

Andres Acebo's appointment comes after he helped lead a turnaround at New Jersey City University. The permanent title makes him the youngest public university president in state history.

New Jersey City University
Jun 17, 2025

NJCU transfer enrollment surges with bold new strategy

In addition to reporting a 34.4% increase in relocated students from spring 2023, New Jersey City University's latest news includes the reopening of a state-of-the-art Nursing Education Center.

New Jersey City University's Hepburn Hall.
May 21, 2025

Moody’s upgrades NJCU outlook to positive for first time

The ratings agency raised New Jersey City University's financial picture, citing reduced losses, real estate moves and stronger reserves amid continued recovery.

On May 15, 2025, Kean University President Lamont Repollet (left) and New Jersey City University interim President Andres Acebo (right) signed a letter of intent advancing their proposed merger.
May 15, 2025

Kean, NJCU sign Letter of Intent to advance historic merger

The move to unite the universities follows a state-appointed monitor's recommendation that New Jersey City University join forces with another school in the wake of a budget mess that engulfed the institution.

New Jersey City University Athletics is joining a new conference being formed that includes the eight Division III members of the City University of New York Athletic Conference.
Apr 17, 2025

NJCU Athletics makes major move to new conference

New Jersey City University, a founding member of the New Jersey Athletic Conference since its inception in 1957-58, will conclude its 67-year affiliation following the 2025-26 academic year.

New Jersey City University
Mar 25, 2025

World Cup 2026 ‘101’ session Tuesday at NJCU

The "Getting Ready" event will offer an overview of teams and players as well as the economic and tourism impacts on the state, and more.