- To enrich every student's experience of learning at a major research university from his or her first day on campus through a major transformation of undergraduate education
- To achieve research distinction for discoveries that address global human challenges
- To affirm our place as The State University of New Jersey by providing an outstanding education, discovering and applying new knowledge, and serving the needs of the state
- To enhance our campus environments, which are essential to the excellence of our university, the quality of our education, and the loyalty of our alumni
- To attract increased support by adopting an entrepreneurial spirit as we seek to achieve our boldest aspirations