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Office of the Secretary of Higher Education

Apply for FY27 County College-Based Centers for Adult Transition Grant Funding

August 19, 2026

By: Angela Bethea, CFO

The Office of the Secretary of Higher Education is pleased to announce the release of the Notice of Grant Opportunity (NGO) outlining the re-application process for the Fiscal Year 2027 County College-Based Centers for Adult Transition Grant. The State has committed $1.8 million to ensure all students, regardless of life circumstances, have access to a high-quality, career-relevant academic program to succeed in the global economy.

The deadline to submit grant applications is on or before 5 p.m. on September 16th, 2026. The NGO and budget template can be found on OSHE's Grant Opportunites page.

Our Office will be holding a virtual webinar on Tuesday, August 25 from 12 - 1 p.m. to answer frequently asked questions in advance of the application deadline. Representatives from your institution can register here: FY27 CAT FAQ.

Directions for submission are detailed within the NGO. Questions regarding the FY2027 County College-Based Centers for Adult Transition Grant program can be directed to Sara.Lipsett@oshe.nj.gov.


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Last Updated: Wednesday, 08/19/26