Office of the Secretary of Higher Education

Shown is an aerial view of the Terminal B and C aprons at Newark Liberty International Airport.
Jul 8, 2026

NJ invests $3.5M in air traffic controller training

New Jersey is investing $3.5M to expand FAA-aligned air traffic controller training and aviation workforce programs at three colleges.

NJ Transit appointed Kris Kolluri to serve as president and CEO, effective Jan. 15, 2025.
Jan 9, 2026

Sherrill taps Kolluri for dual NJ Transit, turnpike roles (updated)

Gov.-elect Mikie Sherrill named Kris Kolluri to continue in his current position while also serving as executive director at the New Jersey Turnpike Authority, streamlining transit leadership ahead of 2026 events, such as the FIFA World Cup.

New Jersey City University's Hepburn Hall.
Jan 8, 2026

NJ colleges get $244.4M for campus infrastructure upgrades

Higher ed institutions across the state will receive the funding to repair, modernize and upgrade campus infrastructure statewide.

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.

New Jersey City University
Aug 18, 2025

NJ announces $250M in grants to improve higher education campuses

Colleges and universities will be able to use the funds to address maintenance, improve facilities and support student success services.

Virtual session
Jun 10, 2025

NJ’s free college teletherapy program delivers 78K sessions

The state-funding initiative launched in 2023, providing 24/7 support to students across 45 institutions through a partnership with Uwill.

Seton Hall University
Jan 11, 2024

NJ extends first-in-nation mental health partnership for college students

The first-in-nation initiative offers those enrolled at 44 participating colleges access to free, 24/7/365 teletherapy, crisis connection and wellness programming.

On Oct. 30, 2020, Gov. Phil Murphy (not pictured) announced his nomination of Brian Bridges as the next secretary of higher education.
Sep 18, 2023

How are NJ and its colleges helping more residents earn degrees?

State Secretary of Higher Education Brian Bridges is focusing on affordability and helping encourage residents who have some credit – but left school – earn their credentials.