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Federal Pell Grant 

The Federal Pell Grant is a federally funded program designed to help the neediest undergraduate pre-baccalaureate students continue their education. Eligibility for the Federal Pell Grant is based on financial need as determined by the Free Application for and satisfactory academic progress. You must submit the FAFSA online.

After completing the FAFSA, you will receive a FAFSA Submission Summary (FSS) in an email from the Federal Student Aid. The student should immediately review the information, to make sure it is accurate and correct if necessary. The amount of a Federal Pell Grant is determined under federal eligibility formulas and may be based on maximum Pell eligibility, minimum Pell eligibility, or the student’s Student Aid Index. The amount disbursed may also be affected by the student’s enrollment intensity, cost of attendance, remaining lifetime eligibility, and attendance during the payment period.

Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (FSEOG)

The Federal FSEOG program provides assistance for eligible undergraduate students who show greatest financial need, are eligible for the Federal Pell Grant, and are making satisfactory progress toward their educational goal. The actual amount of the grant will vary depending on the availability of funds at the school, the student's family financial situation, other financial aid the student is receiving and the number of hours for which the student enrolls.

Students must complete the FAFSA to be considered for FSEOG. Because funding is limited, completing the FAFSA does not guarantee an FSEOG award.

New Jersey Tuition Aid Grant (TAG)

The , commonly referred to as TAG, is a need-based grant that helps eligible New Jersey residents pay tuition at approved New Jersey colleges and universities. TAG generally assists full-time undergraduate students and cannot be used to attend an out-of-state institution.

Students who are eligible to complete the , should indicate New Jersey as their legal state of residence and list ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½¹ÙÍø as one of the institutions receiving their FAFSA information. ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½¹ÙÍø’s federal school code is 002628. The order in which colleges are listed on the FAFSA does not affect eligibility for New Jersey State aid.

Eligible students who cannot complete the FAFSA because of their immigration status may apply for New Jersey State aid through the .

To qualify for TAG, students generally must have been legal residents of New Jersey for at least 12 consecutive months immediately before the academic period for which aid is requested. Additional residency requirements may apply based on the student’s dependency and immigration status.

After completing the FAFSA or New Jersey Alternative Financial Aid Application, students should create or access their , account. NJFAMS is used to view State aid eligibility, review award status, identify missing information, upload requested documents, and confirm the college associated with the student’s State aid record.

Students should regularly review their NJFAMS To Do List and respond promptly to all requests from the New Jersey Higher Education Student Assistance Authority. Failure to complete required State tasks or provide requested documentation by the applicable deadline may result in the cancellation of State aid.

ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½¹ÙÍø may include an estimated TAG amount in the student’s financial aid offer. Final eligibility and award amounts are determined by HESAA and remain subject to verification, enrollment, State appropriations, and other program requirements.

For the 2026-2027 academic year, the State application deadlines are:

• April 15, 2026, for students who received TAG during 2025-2026 and are renewing their aid for Fall 2026 and Spring 2027
• September 15, 2026, for all other students applying for Fall 2026 and Spring 2027
• February 15, 2027, for students applying for Spring 2027 only

Students must also complete their State aid record and all required NJFAMS tasks by the applicable HESAA deadline. ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½¹ÙÍø’s February 1, 2026, FAFSA priority deadline is earlier than the State deadlines and helps maximize consideration for federal, State, and institutional financial aid.

Teacher Education Assistance for College and Higher Education (TEACH) Grant

The federal Teacher Education Assistance for College and Higher Education Grant, commonly called the TEACH Grant, provides grant assistance to eligible students enrolled in certain programs that prepare them to teach in a high-need field. TEACH Grants are available only to students enrolled in programs that ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½¹ÙÍø has designated as TEACH Grant eligible.

Although financial need is not required, students must complete the , for each applicable award year and meet the general eligibility requirements for federal student aid.

Important service obligation

Unlike most federal grants, a TEACH Grant requires the recipient to complete a teaching service obligation. A recipient must agree to serve as a full-time teacher for at least four academic years within eight years after completing or otherwise ceasing enrollment in the program for which the TEACH Grant was received.

Qualifying service generally must be:

• In a high-need field;
• At an eligible elementary school, secondary school, or educational service agency that serves students from low-income families; and
• Completed in accordance with the federal Agreement to Serve or Repay.

Recipients are responsible for documenting their qualifying teaching service as required by the U.S. Department of Education.

Important: A TEACH Grant may be converted to a if the recipient does not satisfy the service obligation or other requirements of the . The recipient must repay the converted amount, with interest charged from the date each TEACH Grant was originally disbursed.

Award amount

The statutory maximum TEACH Grant is $4,000 per academic year. The amount actually available may be reduced by federal sequestration and may be adjusted based on enrollment status, cost of attendance, other financial assistance, and remaining program eligibility.

For TEACH Grants with a first disbursement before October 1, 2027, the current maximum award is $3,772. Federal amounts are subject to change.

The total amount a student may receive is limited to:

• $16,000 for undergraduate and eligible post-baccalaureate study; and
• $8,000 for graduate study.

A TEACH Grant may not exceed the student’s cost of attendance when combined with other estimated financial assistance.

Basic eligibility requirements

To be considered for a TEACH Grant, a student must:

• Complete the for the applicable award year;
• Meet the general eligibility requirements for federal student aid;
• Be enrolled in a ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½¹ÙÍø program designated as TEACH Grant eligible;
• Be completing, or planning to complete, coursework necessary to begin a career in teaching;
• Meet ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½¹ÙÍø’s Satisfactory Academic Progress requirements;
• Generally maintain a cumulative grade point average of at least 3.25 or score above the 75th percentile on an eligible nationally normed admissions test;
• Complete required initial or subsequent TEACH Grant counseling;
• Sign an Agreement to Serve or Repay before receiving the grant; and
• Submit any additional documentation requested by ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½¹ÙÍø.

Federal regulations provide limited eligibility exceptions to the grade point average and testing requirements for certain current or former teachers and retirees.

ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½¹ÙÍø TEACH Grant eligible programs

TEACH Grant eligibility is limited to the following ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½¹ÙÍø programs:

• Bachelor of Arts in Secondary Education – Math
• Bachelor of Arts in Secondary Education – English

Enrollment in an education major or teacher preparation program does not automatically establish TEACH Grant eligibility. Students should contact the Office of Financial Aid before completing TEACH Grant requirements to confirm that their specific program is eligible.

How to apply

• Complete the FAFSA and include ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½¹ÙÍø’s federal school code, 002628.
• Contact ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½¹ÙÍø’s Office of Financial Aid and request a TEACH Grant eligibility review.
• Complete any ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½¹ÙÍø TEACH Grant request form or documentation required by the Office of Financial Aid.
• Complete TEACH Grant counseling through StudentAid.gov.
• Sign the federal Agreement to Serve or Repay through StudentAid.gov.
• Monitor ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½¹ÙÍø email and myÌìÃÀ´«Ã½¹ÙÍø for requests for additional information.

Submission of the FAFSA, completion of counseling, or signing the Agreement to Serve or Repay does not guarantee eligibility. ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½¹ÙÍø must confirm that the student, academic program, coursework, and award meet all federal requirements.

Disbursement and cancellation

TEACH Grant funds are credited to the student’s ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½¹ÙÍø account by semester after the University confirms enrollment and all applicable eligibility requirements.

Before disbursement, ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½¹ÙÍø will provide written notice of:

• The anticipated TEACH Grant amount;
• The anticipated disbursement date;
• How and when the funds will be disbursed;
• The student’s right to cancel all or part of the grant; and
• The procedures and deadline for requesting cancellation.

Award amounts may be adjusted if the student’s enrollment, program eligibility, cost of attendance, other financial assistance, or federal eligibility changes.

Questions

Students should contact ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½¹ÙÍø’s Office of Financial Aid before accepting a TEACH Grant if they have questions about program eligibility, the teaching obligation, or the consequences of failing to complete qualifying service.

Other State Grants

There are some states which allow students to carry state aid with them to colleges outside of their home state. These include Vermont, Rhode Island, Maryland and the District of Columbia. If applicable, check with your guidance counselor to determine how to file.