Commencement is On: Rain or Shine!

Commencement is On: Rain or Shine!

Despite the weather predictions, Commencement will take place on Saturday, Sept. 26, at the CURE Arena in Trenton, N.J.

There is no backup or alternative date, so we encourage you to make your way to the arena and join us for the ceremony. Even if we’re a little soggy, we still can’t wait to celebrate with you. We’ll provide the sunshine with our enthusiasm.

Rain jackets, ponchos and wellies are recommended.

So row your boat up and puddle jump inside to join us for 2026 Commencement!

If you are in a position where you cannot come, please make sure to tune into our livestream coverage of the event.

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Higher Education.
For Adults with Higher Expectations.

Paula Vaughan Endowed Scholarship

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The Paula Vaughan Scholarship Endowment was established to provide financial assistance annually to deserving applicant(s) or enrolled student(s) at Thomas Edison State University with preference for those who have a demonstrated financial need.

Eligibility and Award Criteria

To be eligible for this scholarship, the student must satisfy the following requirements:

  • Academic Level: Undergraduate or Graduate
  • Enrollment Status: Enrolled or applied and accepted as a student
  • Type of degree: Any
  • Other Criteria:
    • Demonstrated financial need
    • High academic achievement
    • Consideration of applicants for this scholarship will be based in part on any compelling factors described in the essay submitted in the application.
  • Submit a completed Thomas Edison State University Scholarship Application and any required supplemental documentation before the end of the application period.