OFFICIAL SITE OF THE STATE OF NEW JERSEYDREAM.
BELIEVE.
ACHIEVE.
Excellence, No Excuses!
The mission of the Academy is to intervene in and reclaim the lives of disengaged youth through education, excellence, mentoring and empowerment to improve their academic level and employment potential, with the objective to become responsible and productive citizens of New Jersey and the United States of America.
FEATURES
RESIDENTIAL PROGRAM
NJYCA is a 22 week live-in program held at Fort Dix, New Jersey.
ZERO COST
The program is free to parents and guardians.
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA
Cadets pursue academics in order to test for a NJ High School Diploma.
STRUCTURE
Cadets are exposed to healthy routines and a disciplined environment.
Currently accepting applications for Class 52. Start date TBD.
My son graduated from class 49! He came home a changed person. I am so happy that I took the leap of faith and put him in the hands of the NJ Youth Challenge Academy staff! Thank you to every single staff member!
This is a great program for at risk teens. This program will strive to redirect, uplift and add confidence to those that need it. My son just graduated and it’s the best decision I’ve ever made!!!
Accept the ChalleNGe
Established by Congress in 1993, the National Guard Youth ChalleNGe Program is an evidence-based program designed to provide opportunities to adolescents who have left school before earning a high school diploma but demonstrate a desire to improve their potential for successful and productive lives.
