New Jersey State Programs
The New Jersey Higher Education Student Assistance Authority (HESAA) administers several financial aid programs for New Jersey residents who are enrolled full-time in undergraduate programs. The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is required for most New Jersey Financial Aid programs in addition to other documents.
NOTE: Students must respond directly to HESAA when requested to submit additional information or documents via Mapping Express.
Tuition Aid Grant (TAG)
TAG is available to full-time matriculated undergraduates who have been New Jersey residents at least 12 consecutive months prior to the beginning of the term. The award amount is determined by the cost of tuition and the applicant’s eligibility index as calculated by HESAA. Students whose enrollment includes courses at other institutions may not receive TAG even though they may be considered full-time.
New Jersey STARS II
The NJ STARS II program enables successful NJ STARS scholars to transfer to a New Jersey four-year college or university and earn a bachelor’s degree with part of their tuition paid by this grant. Students whose enrollment includes courses at other institutions may not receive NJStars even though they may be considered full-time. For more details, log on to www.hesaa.org or call 1-800-792-8670.
Educational Opportunity Fund (EOF)
Grants from state funds of up to $1,400 (commuters) or $1,650 (residential) annually are awarded to students enrolled on a full-time basis in Kean University’s EEO/EOF Program.
Governor’s Urban Scholarship
This scholarship program is for students who demonstrate a high level of academic achievement and attend high schools in New Jersey’s urban and economically-distressed areas. Candidates are nominated for consideration by their high schools. Scholarship awards are up to $1,000 per year.