Debt-Free College | Raritan Valley Community College in NJ

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

Eligible students may receive free tuition and most educational fees for up to 18 credits a semester. The NJ CCOG may pay for tuition and most educational fee costs not covered by state, federal, institutional or community grants or scholarships.

The first step is to complete the FAFSA or New Jersey Alternative Financial Aid Application.

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You may qualify if you…

Apply to RVCC for free and complete all admissions requirements.

Dreamers must complete the New Jersey Alternative Financial Aid Application.

CCOG Covers in county tuition and most fees

Complete a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), including the state questions.

Enroll in at least 6 credits for the Fall 2023 semester.

Make satisfactory academic progress.

Do not have a prior college degree.

FAQs

Get Started. 3 Simple Steps.

Step 1 – Apply

Apply to RVCC for Free and complete all admissions requirements.

Step 2 – Complete

Complete the FAFSA form at fafsa.gov. (RVCC’s school code is 007731)

Step 3 – Don’t Stop

Visit www.njgrants.org to see if you are eligible to fill out the New Jersey Alternate Financial Aid

Success looks different

f o r e v e r y o n e

for everyone

At RVCC, you can launch your path or build on your experience to create your own success story. Hear what success can look like, directly from our students.

Valerie Blanco, Business Student

I would say coming to RV was the best decision because I met so many faculty in a smaller environment that I was able to grow and learn. I feel like I’m much more prepared to transfer to a 4-year.

Chris Byrnes, Digital Media Student

A two-year program is an absolutely wonderful way of getting back into it. It’s something that is more doable for a lot of people.

Talia Hooke, IT Student

If someone is stuck and they don’t know what it is they want to do with their life, I feel like this is the perfect fit for them.

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Learn about eligibility requirements and the steps to apply. See if you are eligible for free tuition or other state or federal grants or scholarships.

📞 908-526-1200, Option 2

📧 opportunity@raritanval.edu

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Latest News

RVCC Hosts Statewide Clinical Laboratory Science Seminar

Students and educators from eight New Jersey colleges and universities offering Medical Laboratory Science and Medical Laboratory Technology programs recently gathered for a day of professional education at RVCC.

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Science Comes to Life Through Experiments, Demonstrations, Comedy at RVCC Theatre

The Theatre at RVCC will kick off its School-Time series with a performance of Look Out! Science is Coming!, October 26, at 11 a.m.

RVCC to Hold in-Person and Virtual Information Sessions for Adult Learners Ages 25 and Older

Adult learners ages 25 and older who are interested in starting college for the first time, returning to school to finish a degree, exploring a new career path, seeking professional development, or improving their English are invited to attend one of RVCC’s Adult Learning Experience Information Sessions this fall.

Holocaust Institute Slates Webinar to Commemorate Indigenous Peoples’ Day

The Institute of Holocaust and Genocide Studies will present an online commemoration for Indigenous Peoples’ Day, October 9, from 10-11 a.m.

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RVCC Foundation Board Welcomes New Members

The RVCC Foundation is welcoming new members to its Board of Directors, including two student representatives for 2026-2027.

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