PRINCETON, NJ — The College of New Jersey (TCNJ) and Princeton University will launch a cross-registration program in fall 2026 that allows eligible students at each school to take a course at the other institution at no additional cost, TCNJ announced.
The five-year agreement will permit eligible undergraduate and graduate students to enroll in select courses at the partner campus during the fall and spring semesters, according to TCNJ.
The program is intended to complement each institution's academic strengths and give students access to courses not available on their home campus.
"No single institution can offer every specialized course a student might desire," Tammy Dieterich, TCNJ's vice provost for academic engagement, said in a statement. "By working together, we're excited to provide this student-centered option and share the unique learning experiences led by our faculty."
The program is primarily intended for upper-level undergraduates in good academic standing who are pursuing a "well-considered" program of study, according to TCNJ. Eligible students may apply to take one course that is not offered at their home institution and is not substantially similar to what is available there.
All courses must be approved by academic administrators at both schools and by the course instructor before a student may enroll, TCNJ said. Courses taken through the program will count toward degree requirements at the student's home institution, subject to existing academic policies.
Participating students will remain enrolled at their home institution and follow its academic calendar and graduation requirements while also adhering to the host institution's policies during their enrollment.
The agreement runs through the 2030-31 academic year and will be evaluated after its first two years, according to TCNJ.
TCNJ students interested in the program may email collegecore@tcnj.edu.
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