Financial Aid & Scholarships

Assistance in Paying for College
RVCC’s campus is open to anyone seeking quality higher education. With a number of state, national, and institutional financial aid options, loans, and scholarships, we can tailor a funding package to meet your needs. To see if you qualify for financial aid at RVCC, you must complete the FAFSA application (school code 007731). You can view your financial aid information through your RVCC account.

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FINANCIAL AID OPTIONS

Learn about different types of financial aid, such as grants, loans and scholarships. To be eligible for financial aid, you must have a high school diploma, participate in a program that leads to a degree or certificate, and meet minimum grade requirements.

APPLYING FOR FINANCIAL AID OPTIONS

It is recommended that you apply for financial aid at least two months before the semester begins. RVCC will help you navigate the financial aid process with our step-by-step guide.

VETERANS BENEFITS

Raritan Valley Community College is committed to helping veterans make the most of their VA benefits. Learn which documents you need to submit, along with information on payments and financial aid, certification of employment and changes in enrollment.

EOF

The Educational Opportunity Fund Program (EOF) is a state grant which provides eligible students with academic and economic assistance to help them earn their college degree. Eligible students receive year-round services. Learn about eligibility requirements and how to apply.

NJ STARS

NJ Stars is a scholarship program exclusively for New Jersey residents that covers the cost of tuition only at New Jersey’s 19 community colleges. Students who graduate in the top 15 percent of their high school class may be eligible.

NJ CCOG

RVCC is participating in the New Jersey Community College Opportunity Grant Program (NJ CCOG), which offers free community college to qualified students. Debt-free college. Invest in yourself.

SCHOLARSHIPS

The College awards $300,000 in scholarships every year to deserving students thanks to generous donations to the College Foundation. A wide range of scholarship opportunities are available based on academic merit and financial need. Scholarships can help with the cost of tuition, fees and books.

CCAMPIS Grant

The Child Care Access Means Parents in School (CCAMPIS) Grant awarded to RVCC by the Department of Education will help parents of young children stay in college by offering access to quality care for their children, while reducing the cost of childcare tuition, and providing academic and emotional support for student parents trying to integrate work, school and family.

FAFSA

FAFSA stands for Free Application for Federal Student Aid. Filling out a FAFSA form is the first step in the process of applying for financial aid for college or career school. View informational videos to learn more.