Grants

Types of Federal Student Aid

If you need help paying for college or career school, the office of Federal Student Aid can assist you with getting the money you need. Check out this video to learn about grants, loans, and work-study jobs and how they can help fund your education.

Visit http://StudentAid.gov to learn more.

You can qualify for a variety of federal and state grants. Grants are considered gift aid and do not have to be repaid.

Federal PELL Grants (PELL) provide financial assistance to students enrolled in an eligible program as determined by a national formula. The amount of the award is based on (1) eligibility as determined by the PELL Grant formula, (2) the cost of the program, and (3) enrollment status. Learn more about PELL Grants.
Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (FSEOG) is a federal program, which provides money to undergraduate students who submit their FAFSA and show exceptional financial need. Learn more about FSEOG Program.
Tuition Aid Grant (TAG), a New Jersey program, which provides aid to full-time students who are New Jersey residents. N.J. county college students enrolled for 6-11 credits may be eligible for an award through the part-time TAG Program. Learn more about TAG Program.
Educational Opportunity Fund (EOF) is a New Jersey grant program for students from educationally disadvantaged backgrounds who have exceptional financial need. It is available to New Jersey residents only. Learn more about the EOF program.
NJ STARS is an initiative created by the State of New Jersey in 2004 that provides New Jersey’s top students with free tuition at their local community college. Learn more about NJ Stars here.
Community College Opportunity Grant (CCOG) program through the State of New Jersey is for qualifying students with an annual adjusted gross income (AGI) between $0 and $80,000. CCOG assists with the cost of tuition and approved educational fees that are not already covered by federal and state financial aid or scholarships. Learn more about CCOG here.