Scholarship Opportunity

Community College Opportunity Grant (CCOG)

Offered by New Jersey Higher Education Student Assistance Authority

A last-dollar grant covering remaining in-county tuition and approved educational fees for eligible students pursuing their first associate degree at a New Jersey community college.

EssayNot required
RenewableYes
Grade LevelCollege Freshman, College Sophomore

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2026–27 New and Non-TAG Students

OpensTo Be Announced
DeadlineSeptember 15, 2026

Eligibility

  • Be a New Jersey resident with household adjusted gross income from $0 through $65,000.
  • Enroll in at least six credits per semester at a New Jersey community college.
  • Pursue a first associate degree.
  • Maintain satisfactory academic progress.

Requirements

  • File the FAFSA or New Jersey Alternative Financial Aid Application annually.
  • Complete all NJFAMS and college verification requirements.
  • Enroll for 6–18 credits per eligible semester.
  • Meet State filing deadlines.

How to Apply

  1. 1Apply to a New Jersey community college.
  2. 2Submit the annual financial-aid application.
  3. 3Complete the NJFAMS State record.
  4. 4The college calculates CCOG after other grants and scholarships.