College in New Jersey is More Affordable Than You Think
High school parents and students — try not to be distracted or discouraged by what some refer to as the ‘tuition sticker price.’ Attending college in New Jersey is far more affordable than some of you might think. There is a common assumption, driven...
NEW JERSEY: “THE EDUCATION STATE” – The “Case” for a Second Nickname
By Steve Reynolds, President, Independent Colleges and Universities of New Jersey[1] Last September, I posted a blog outlining my light-hearted but sincere proposal to create a more representative and accurate second nickname for our State.[2] Citing the rankings...
Diversity is Front and Center at NJ Colleges & Universities
DAVID MATTHAU Published: March 11, 2021 In response to national discussions about social justice and diversity, New Jersey’s colleges and universities are taking a hard look at how to create meaningful change on their campuses. “We actually have a special role...RECENT NEWS
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