Go to the New Jersey College and University Directories page on the state Commission of Higher Education website. Click on the links to "Public Research Universities" and "State Colleges & Universities" under the "New Jersey Colleges and Universities Mapped" category heading. The links open pages with the map locations of each university. Click on the map locations for driving directions to a school, or to link to college or university websites.
Read websites of the colleges or universities that interest you. Follow tab links to the "About," "Admissions," and "Academics" sections located at the top of the page. Read the information about the application process for undergraduate or graduate students. Look for Contact information on the "Admissions" page. Communicate with the Admissions Office by phone, email or chat with any questions that you have about admissions, financial aid or majors offered by the school.
Go to the U.S. News & World Report Best Colleges website. Type the names of New Jersey colleges or universities that interest you into the search box. Make notes about pertinent information such as the school rank, location, academics, admissions selectivity and campus size. Click on the "Compare This School" button to compare features of two or more New Jersey schools. Read selected student reviews at the bottom of the U.S. News & World Report page for each school.
Review your notes. Make a list of New Jersey colleges and universities offer programs of interest to you. Contact the admissions office to arrange campus tours or to attend an open house. Observe the grounds and facilities as you tour. Talk to campus staff and some of the students you meet during your tour, to get an impression about the campus vibe.
Register for an account on Facebook. Use the "search" box to find Facebook pages of New Jersey Colleges and universities that you're interested in and to become a fan of the school. Use Facebook to make friends with current students and alumni of New Jersey Colleges and Universities that interest you. Communicate with students and alumni, and ask for their feedback about their school.