Can New Jersey high school athletes make NIL money?

Yes — the NJSIAA rule (effective January 1, 2022) permits NIL, as long as deals are kept separate from the school and NJSIAA and avoid prohibited categories.

Can I mention my school in an NIL deal in New Jersey?

No. School or NJSIAA references, uniforms, jerseys, logos or mascots, team footage, and school-hosted camps are all off-limits.

What deals are off-limits for New Jersey high schoolers?

Adult entertainment, alcohol, tobacco, nicotine, cannabis, controlled substances, prescription pharmaceuticals, casinos, gambling, sports betting, lotteries, weapons, firearms, and ammunition.

NIL Rules by State › New Jersey

New Jersey High School NIL Rules

What student-athletes and parents in New Jersey need to know about name, image, and likeness — in plain language.

Research status checked August 25, 2026What does this date mean?

High school NIL allowed?

Yes — restrictions apply

Parent co-sign (under 18)

Confirm current rule

School logos & uniforms

See restrictions below

The short version

The NJSIAA NIL rule (effective January 1, 2022) permits high-school NIL with restrictions. No school or NJSIAA references, uniforms, jerseys, logos or mascots, team footage, or school-hosted camps. School employees, coaches, and administrators cannot participate in or use NIL to induce attendance or transfer. NIL activity is prohibited during team activities; NIL partner accessories may not be worn in competition. Agents and advisors are permitted. Violations can result in a warning, suspension, and return of value.

Key rules in New Jersey

No school or NJSIAA references, uniforms, jerseys, logos or mascots, team footage, or school-hosted camps may be used.Source: NJSIAA NIL FAQs (updated Nov 2024; rule eff. 2022-01-01)
School employees, coaches, and administrators cannot participate in or use NIL to induce attendance or transfer.Source: NJSIAA NIL FAQs (updated Nov 2024)
No NIL activity during team activities; no NIL partner accessories in competition.Source: NJSIAA NIL FAQs (updated Nov 2024)
Prohibited categories include adult entertainment, alcohol, tobacco, nicotine, cannabis, controlled substances, prescription pharmaceuticals, casinos, gambling, sports betting, lotteries, weapons, firearms, and ammunition.Source: NJSIAA NIL FAQs (updated Nov 2024)
Agents and advisors are permitted. Violations can result in a warning, suspension, and return of value.Source: NJSIAA NIL FAQs (updated Nov 2024)

Primary source: NJSIAA NIL FAQs (updated November 2024)
Rule effective January 1, 2022; reviewed August 25, 2026.

Common questions

Can New Jersey high school athletes make NIL money?: Yes — the NJSIAA rule (effective January 1, 2022) permits NIL, as long as deals are kept separate from the school and NJSIAA and avoid prohibited categories.
Can I mention my school in an NIL deal in New Jersey?: No. School or NJSIAA references, uniforms, jerseys, logos or mascots, team footage, and school-hosted camps are all off-limits.
What deals are off-limits for New Jersey high schoolers?: Adult entertainment, alcohol, tobacco, nicotine, cannabis, controlled substances, prescription pharmaceuticals, casinos, gambling, sports betting, lotteries, weapons, firearms, and ammunition.

Your next step

Before anyone signs anything, walk through the free pre-deal checklist together — it covers payment terms, exclusivity, and New Jersey's rules step by step.

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Reading this to make a decision?

New Jersey's NIL rules can change at any time. The research status was checked August 25, 2026; that is not legal approval. Before acting, confirm the current governing athletic-association and school rules and consult the primary source linked above.

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