NJCU

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.

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.

On Oct. 30, 2024, a ribbon-cutting ceremony at New Jersey City University’s Grossnickle Hall formally introduced the Life Independence and Future Transitions (LIFT) program launched by NJCU and A. Harry Moore Laboratory School.
Nov 12, 2024

New program offers LIFT for Jersey City transitional students

New Jersey City University and A. Harry Moore Laboratory School debuted an on-campus initiative to prepare and support high school and adult learners with disabilities as they transition into adulthood.

New Jersey City University
Nov 11, 2024

NJCU, Hudson County Latin American Chamber launch strategic partnership

As part of agreement, the collaborators will host an inaugural Latino International Business Expo next year, along with other features.

New Jersey City University
Oct 15, 2024

NJCU, Mercer County Community College sign new transfer agreement

The latest Memorandum of Understanding marks the third major such initiative New Jersey City University has entered over the last 12 months, including others with Essex County College and Hudson County Community College.

New Jersey City University's Hepburn Hall.
Aug 28, 2024

NJCU initiative aims to strengthen community ties

The New Jersey City University President’s Community Advisory Council includes community leaders, anchor organizations, elected officials, local business owners and more.

On July 8, 2024, New Jersey City University and the Boys and Girls Club of Hudson County signed a Memorandum of Understanding establishing a first-of-its-kind initiative between the school and a youth organization.
Jul 15, 2024

NJCU, Hudson Boys and Girls Club launch partnership

New Jersey City University interim President Andres Acebo said the goal of the program is to empower the students with the same opportunities for social mobility as he had.

New Jersey City University
Apr 8, 2024

NJCU introduces first strategic enrollment plan

According to New Jersey City university, the 36-page plan is the next critical phase of its refreshed mission and vision statement, introduced earlier this year.

New Jersey City University Hepburn Hall Theatre entrance
Mar 13, 2024

State monitor releases NJCU fiscal report

One of the recommendations is for the university to reconstitute as Jersey City College and join with another institution in a larger, mission-aligned system.

In December 2023, Hudson County Community College President Christopher Reber and New Jersey City University interim President Andrés Acebo signed the HCCC | NJCU CONNECT Transfer Agreement, joined by students who will take part in the program.
Feb 26, 2024

NJCU continues promising rise out of budget turmoil

“We enter 2024 with a lot of momentum,” New Jersey City University interim President Andres Acebo told NJBIZ. “Our campus has revealed very publicly, very proudly – its resilience. And by anchoring itself to the indispensability of its mission – a mission that we very proudly refined and refreshed.”