Grants are sources of financial assistance that do not have to be repaid. Grants are usually awarded based on financial need.
Federal Grants
Federal Pell Grant
Students who have not earned a bachelor’s or a professional degree may be eligible for a Federal Pell Grant. This grant may be adjusted due to the number of credits a student registers for. For additional information on receiving a Pell Grant year-round, visit the College’s financial aid tv webpage. Specifically, this video: Can I receive a Pell Grant if I go to school year-round?
Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (FSEOG)
Awarded to eligible students with exceptional financial need. Awards typically range from $100 to $300. For further details, please visit the federal FSEOG page on the US Student Aid Website.
State Grants
Community College Opportunity Grant (CCOG)
Assists eligible students with tuition and approved fees for the Fall and Spring semester(s). For additional information, please visit the College’s CCOG Information page.
Educational Opportunity Fund (EOF)
EOF is a state-funded program that provides students from disadvantaged communities an opportunity to attend college. For additional information, please visit HESAA’s website.
NJ Stars
NJ Stars is a tuition-free program awarded to New Jersey’s highest achieving students to attend their home county college. For more information, please visit the College’s NJ Stars page.
Tuition Aid Grant (TAG)
TAG is awarded by the New Jersey Higher Education Student Assistance Authority (HESAA) and may be adjusted due to the number of credits a student registers for.
For additional information, please visit HESAA’s website.
Governor’s Urban Scholarship
Supports high-achieving students from New Jersey’s designated urban areas with financial assistance for college. For more information, visit the Governor’s Urban Scholarship page or contact the New Jersey Higher Education Student Assistance Authority (HESAA).