Requires public institution of higher education to adopt withdrawal policy permitting refund for certain extenuating circumstances.

Summary

The bill obligates every public institution of higher education in New Jersey to create a policy that lets students withdraw because of certain extenuating circumstances and receive refunds of tuition, fees, and a proportional portion of room and board charges. It applies to all students, including those receiving state or federal financial aid, and is intended to ease financial hardship when health or wellness issues prevent continued study. The policy must be in place for the first full academic year after the law takes effect.

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