RideWise’s CollegeConnect Program connects RVCC students to better commuting

Somerville, New Jersey—RideWise has opened registration for CollegeConnect, a program that helps Raritan Valley Community College (RVCC) students access more affordable, convenient transportation.Funded by NJ TRANSIT, CollegeConnect provides eligible full- and part-time RVCC students who live in Somerset County with up to 14 weeks of free round-trip bus tickets for the fall 2026 semester. 

Students can apply by completing a short online application to confirm eligibility. Once approved, they will receive seven weeks of bus tickets by mail. Rooted in its mission to connect people and businesses with safe, sustainable transportation resources, RideWise is proud to partner with RVCC to help students make their commutes easier and less stressful.

Applications are open for a limited time and must be submitted by August 5th. Interested students should visit https://ridewise.org/collegeconnect/ to apply.

RideWise is Somerset County’s trusted resource for transportation and sustainability information.

To learn more about RideWise and its programs, visit https://ridewise.org or email staff@ridewise.org.

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