New Jersey public schools are transitioning to a new required statewide graduation assessment called the New Jersey Graduation Proficiency Assessment (NJGPA) for all students in Grade 11.  Students in the classes of 2023, 2024, and 2025 will take the New Jersey Graduation Proficiency Assessment (NJGPA) in grade 11. The assessment will be aligned to New Jersey Student Learning Standards (NJSLS) for grade 10 ELA and NJSLS for Algebra I and Geometry. The assessment format will be familiar to students and educators, as it will be delivered on the same platform students use for the current New Jersey Student Learning Assessments (NJSLA).  

The state is collaborating on the final accepted pathways for the Class of 2026 and will share that in a Memo come Fall of 2025. As of July 2025, students in the Class of 2026 are expected to meet the passing pathway through the NJGPA or a Portfolio Appeal process (packet of detailed Math /English work for completion during the winter of 2026.) More details will be shared to those students waiting on secondary pathway state updates.  

NJGPA Practice Tests

NJGPA Information

Graduation Pathways

Class of 2023-2025 Graduation Pathway Assessment Requirements

Testing Information

In-Person National College Fairs

NACAC is a great resources for finding available college fairs both in-person and virtually, for those longer distant schools.  

View upcoming dates here. If your state isn’t on this list, we may be headed your way in the fall of 2024! Check back for updates. 

Virtual College Fairs

NACAC Virtual College Fairs are a great opportunity to connect with colleges and pursue your college dreams all from the comfort of your own home.

College Board Big Future Scholarship Opportunities What are BigFuture Scholarships?

BigFuture rewards you for doing what you already are doing: planning for life after high school. With no essay,  minimum GPA, test score, or citizenship requirements, BigFuture makes it easy to enter drawings (yes, plural!) each month. 

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Fall Eligibility Status

To be eligible for athletic competition during the first semester of grades 10-12 (fall sports), students must have passed and earned 30.0 credits (6 academic courses) from their previous school year. 

Winter Eligibility Status

Students must maintain their grades and be passing 15.0 credits (6 academic courses) mid-year. 

Spring Eligibility Status

To be eligible for athletic competition during the second semester of the current school year (spring), students must be passing the equivalent of 15.0 credits (passing 6 academic courses by mid-year).