About

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About

New Jersey City University empowers its students through a highly accessible, equity-driven, and transformative education

Established in 1927 as a training school for teachers, today NJCU is among the most comprehensive universities in the state. Located in Jersey City, N.J., one of the most diverse cities in the nation, and just minutes from New York City, NJCU's College of Arts and Sciences, Education, Professional Studies, and School of Business offer 59 undergraduate degree programs and 31 graduate programs, including emerging and interdisciplinary fields.

NJCU students engage in rigorous applied-learning experiences that include opportunities to study abroad, and cooperative education internships.  NJCU operates two additional campus sites—NJCU School of Business at Harborside Plaza 2 in Jersey City’s financial district and NJCU at Fort Monmouth in Monmouth County.

Students seated at fountain in front of Hepburn Hall with Gothic Knight mascot