Rutgers University is committed to accessible higher education for all academically deserving students, regardless of family financial circumstances. The university makes every effort to offer financial support to students with demonstrated financial need. Last year, 85 percent of the entering class received financial aid offers ranging from $500-$24,000. The average offer was $11,800.

How to Apply for Financial Aid

To be considered for financial aid at Rutgers, follow these steps:

• Prior to January 1, and any time afterwards, obtain your Federal Personal Identification Number (PIN). You and your parent must each apply for a Federal PIN.
• After January 1, complete and submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) online, or obtain the FAFSA from your guidance office, from the Federal Student Aid Information Center at (800) 4FEDAID (toll free), or from any one of the regional financial aid offices at Rutgers.
• Fill out the FAFSA, making sure to complete Step 6 as follows:

  Federal School Code: 002629
  
  Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey
  620 George Street
  New Brunswick, NJ 08901-1175

• Submit the FAFSA online or mail it. It must be received by the U.S. Department of Education's Central Processing System (CPS) by Rutgers ' priority filing date of March 15, or by October 1 if you are applying for spring term admission.
• Visit the Office of Financial Aid for updated information about the application process.

Sources of Aid

Basic types of financial aid can be divided into three categories, including gift aid (grants, scholarships, and fellowships), loans, and employment:

• Gift Aid (scholarships, awards, and grants) does not require repayment
• Grants require financial need to be demonstrated
• Scholarships and awards have academic or other special requirements
• Loans must be repaid, usually after the student leaves college
• Employment programs allow you to earn money for personal and other expenses through a part-time job

In developing your aid package, decisions are based upon financial need, qualifications, and the funds available to the university.

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• Download our Financing Your Education brochure.
• Visit the Office of Financial Aid web site.

These sites are not affiliated with Rutgers University, but contain information we think you will find very helpful.

Financial Aid Calculators
New Jersey Higher Education Student Assistance Authority
National Association of Student Financial Aid Administrators
The Financial Aid Home Page
The U.S. Department of Education
The College Board (financial aid calculators)