Higher Education

NJEA is proud to represent faculty and staff at our 19 community colleges. NJEA is committed to protecting the interests of our members and students in higher education. NJEA supports local associations’ efforts to negotiate for improvements in salary, fringe benefits, and working conditions. The safeguarding of academic freedom, tenure, the retirement system, and the School Employees’ Health Benefits Program are a major function of NJEA’s Higher Education advocacy.

Higher Education News

Princeton University partners with NJ community colleges 

April 16, 2025

By Cara McClintock    Princeton University has recently launched two programs, the Teaching Transfer Initiative (TTI) and the Transfer Scholars Initiative (TSI), that partner with New Jersey community colleges to

Retire and get started with NJREA!

March 5, 2025

Higher education members bring a unique perspective   By Paul Belmonte    In January 2022, I retired from Union College of New Jersey (formerly known as Union County College). I

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Community College Resources

Did you know that about eighty percent of college students change their majors at least once? Instead of spending tens of thousands of dollars trying to make a decision at a high tuition, four-year university, consider New Jersey’s outstanding community colleges. Community colleges offer a top-notch education at an affordable price.

Community colleges offer flexible schedules, smaller class sizes, qualified professors and support staff, extracurricular activities and athletics. Explore a wide range of major and career options. Earn college credits while deciding the best career route for you.

So start college the smart way – save money and time while getting a solid education at New Jersey’s 19 community colleges.

Higher Education Office

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180 W State St
PO BOX 1211
Trenton, NJ 08608
Phone
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