Funds are available from a variety of sources for
scholarships, awards, and grants. These include university-endowed
scholarships, tuition remission, federal grants, and state grants. In
most cases, it is not necessary to submit special applications for
particular scholarships administered by the university, provided a
financial aid application has been filed. However, some forms of gift
aid require separate application.
Edward J. Bloustein Distinguished Scholars Program (DSP). The
highest achieving students at New Jersey`s secondary schools are
offered $950 scholarships annually without regard to financial need.
Edward J. Bloustein Distinguished Scholars are students who place in
the top 10 percent of their graduating class and have combined
Scholastic Assessment Test I (SAT I) scores of at least 1260, or are
ranked first, second, or third in their class. Additional scholarships
are provided to students from the state`s urban and economically
distressed areas based on class rank and cumulative grade-point
average.
James Dickson Carr Minority Scholarship Program. Carr
awards in the amount of $10,000 per year for four years (or five years
if enrolled in a five-year program) are awarded to outstanding minority
students selected on the basis of academic promise as demonstrated in
high school work and SAT I or ACT scores, as well as activities in
school and the community. Preference is given to qualified student
applicants who are members of minority groups that have evidenced
significant undergraduate enrollment declines in recent years.
Collegiate Merit Awards. Several
undergraduate colleges offer collegiate merit awards. While the primary
emphasis is on academic qualifications, scholarship committees at the
colleges may establish additional criteria that reflect the particular
philosophy or mission of the college. These awards in some cases
involve participation in a college honors program. Interested students
should write to the dean`s office of the school of matriculation for
further information.
Federal Pell Grants. Available
to undergraduate students who have not earned a bachelor`s or
professional degree. Students must be in good standing and making
satisfactory academic progress as defined by Rutgers to continue to be
eligible. Award ranges from $400 to $4,050. Students must be citizens
or permanent residents of the United States. Application is made by
submitting a completed financial aid application (FAFSA).
Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grants (FSEOG). Provided
by the federal government through the university to assist
undergraduates with significant financial need. Application is made by
submitting a completed FAFSA. Grants range from $200 to $4,000,
depending on financial need and funding availability.
New Jersey Educational Opportunity Fund Grants (EOF).
Restricted to students from educationally and economically
disadvantaged families with exceptional financial need. Awards may
range from $200 to $1,200 per academic year. Students must be enrolled
full time in a degree program and be New Jersey
residents. Students should contact the college EOF director, the
Office of University Undergrad- uate Admissions, or the Office of
Financial Aid for additional information. Each student is required to
submit the FAFSA. Beyond the grant, the EOF program offers significant
support services in areas such as reading and writing skills
development, tutoring, and individualized counseling.
New Jersey Tuition Aid Grants (TAG). Restricted
to New Jersey residents who are enrolled full time (minimum of 12
credits per term). Award amount varies, based on student need. Students
who wish to be considered for the Tuition Aid Grant must file the
FAFSA. The New Jersey Higher Education Student Assistance Authority
(HESAA) sends a Student Eligibility Notice (SEN) to the student with
accompanying instructions. The student is responsible for informing the
HESAA of any changes to information that is incorrect on the SEN. The
student should also submit these changes to the Office of
Financial Aid.
Nonuniversity Scholarships. Several
companies, unions, civic groups, and other associations sponsor
scholarships available to students at the university. Some of these
awards-such as the New Jersey Golf Association Scholarships and the New
Jersey Jaycee Scholarships-are admin-istered through Rutgers, and the
Office of Financial Aid can provide further information. Direct
application to the sponsoring group must be made in the case of many
other awards; high school guidance counselors may be able to assist
students in exploring various possibilities.
University College Scholarships. Funded
by the contributions of alumni and friends, these scholarships are for
University College students. Scholarships ordinarily cover tuition up
to a maximum of 9 credits per term and take into account the academic
record of the student. Awards are made at the discretion of the dean of
the college.
University Scholarship Aid. Offered
to students who have outstanding records of academic and
extracurricular achievement. All applicants for financial aid are
considered, but scholarship awards are offered to those who best meet
the criteria of various scholarship programs. A few scholarships are
based only on merit.
After filing the FAFSA, students are automatically considered for both universitywide and college-specific scholarships.
