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Governor Mikie Sherrill • Lt. Governor Dr. Dale G. Caldwell

Office of the Secretary of Higher Education

Strengthening Higher Education and Creating Pathways to Opportunity

OSHE works with colleges and universities throughout New Jersey to support student success.

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Popular Resources

GEAR UP

Helping middle and high school students prepare for college and future success.

Educational Opportunity Fund

Wraparound financial, academic and social support for predominantly first-generation and Pell-eligible college students.

Some College, No Degree

Helping adult learners return to college and complete their degree.

Institutional Grants

Explore available grants for institutions of higher education.

Margo Chaly, Esq.
Secretary of Higher Education for
the State of New Jersey

Reach. Retain. Ready.

To reach, retain, and ready New Jerseyans to earn meaningful degrees that connect directly to the jobs our economy needs and provide life-sustaining wages.

College For You

Financial aid, planning, and career resources.

Data Dashboards

Explore the OSHE collection of higher ed data.

Licensure

Authorization of institutions offering degree-granting and credit-bearing programs.

Finance

Find available grants for institutions.

Legal Notices

Recent public notices, reports, decisions & rules, and requests for proposals/quotes.

Employment Opportunities

See current openings for full-time roles and paid internships.

Share Your Higher Education Success Story

We want to hear from students, administrators, graduates, and partners. Tell us about programs, partnerships, or personal milestones that made a difference - and help spotlight the impact of New Jersey's colleges and universities.

OSHE News

federal actions
Federal Actions Impacting Higher Education

September 16, 2026

Read the recent Broadcast from OSHE regarding federal impacts on higher education.

College Students
Sherrill Administration Extends Mental Health Partnership to Bolster Support for New Jersey College Students.

July 16, 2026

College Students
Notice of Fund Availability for Social Media Research Center

August 19, 2026

Student Support Resources

Basic Needs

State programs and community-based services provide critical access to food, housing and shelter, childcare, transportation, financial aid, and more. Explore available resources and navigate eligibility for basic needs supports - all in one place.

File a Complaint

If you have an unresolved issue with your institution, start with their grievance process and appeals. Once those are complete, you may submit a complaint to OSHE for review.

Please note: OSHE cannot intervene in grades, tuition refunds, conduct cases, employment issues, or matters older than two years.

Financial Aid

Visit the Higher Education Student Assistant Authority for help with financial aid, filling out your FAFSA, and more resources to pay for college.


Last Updated: Wednesday, 09/16/26