Application Procedure. All students interested in applying for financial aid must submit annually a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). This form should be mailed to the federal processor in the envelope provided inside the form no later than March 1 prior to the academic year for which aid is sought.

Free Application for Federal Student Aid forms are available through high school guidance offices or the financial aid office. Students who apply after March 15 will be considered as funds become available; however, late applicants cannot be assured consideration. Renewal forms usually are mailed in January to continuing students. Applicants should request that the federal processor forward information to Rutgers, The State University (002629). Be sure to authorize the release of the information to Rutgers. The FAFSA also may be filed electronically via the web at www.fafsa.ed.gov.

Notification. First-year and transfer applicants who apply for aid can expect to receive a preliminary offer letter beginning in mid-February. Students admitted after March 1 receive notification of their financial aid after May 1. All applicants for aid are notified.

Spring Term Application Procedure. Applications for financial aid for the spring term are considered if funds are available. The FAFSA should be submitted to the federal processor no later than October 1 preceding the spring term.

Procedure for Part-Time Students. Students enrolled part-time (minimum 6 credits each term) may be eligible for the federal student aid programs described below. The amounts they are eligible to receive, however, are prorated according to direct incurred educational expenses.

Study Abroad. It is recommended that all students plan-ning to study abroad come to the Office of Financial Aid for a personal interview to discuss their plans and their eligibility for aid. In general, aid is not transferable, and only those students enrolled in Rutgers` study abroad programs are eligible.

Academic Progress. In order for aid to be offered to returning students, satisfactory academic progress must be made. This includes maintaining a cumulative grade-point average that meets the college scholastic standing committee`s requirements and earning a certain number of credits during each year of enrollment. Specifics detailing the policy are available upon request from the Office of Financial Aid and are provided each year to students with their renewal aid applications.