A New Jersey college is taking “higher” education to a whole new level — by offering a minor in marijuana.
In the ultimate undergrad course, students at Stockton University in Galloway will learn the business, science and history behind the “growing” field, according to WNYC.
“It’s an industry that is developing — and certainly there are a lot of possibilities and new jobs,” Kathy Sedia, a biology professor and program coordinator for cannabis studies, told the station.
The program, which includes five classes, begins next week with a total of 25 students. Studies center on cannabis law, plant life and medical marijuana.
After students complete some of the classes, they can sign up for an internship at a law office, doctor’s office or even a cultivation facility, according to the station.
The pro-ganja course may teach the benefits of the drug — but professors will stop short of encouraging students to light up, according to Sedia.
“We will not be telling students what is the right thing to do,” she told NJ.com. “We will be providing a context and information that they can use to make their own decisions. Offering a program is not an endorsement.”
Learning about weed is more than just Stoner 101, she added.
“Oftentimes, colleges get criticized for not offering students real-life skills and that certainly is going to be a life skill regardless of whether New Jersey stops at medical or goes to the recreational side of it,” Sedia said.
Six medical marijuana facilities are now up and running in New Jersey and Gov. Phil Murphy is pushing to double the industry statewide. The state is also looking at legalizing weed for recreational use.
In New Brunswick, Rutgers University also offers a course in which students earn credit by working at a marijuana dispensary in Woodbridge.



