Scholarship Opportunity

New Jersey Educational Opportunity Fund (EOF)

Offered by New Jersey Office of the Secretary of Higher Education

EOF combines financial assistance with campus-based academic and personal support for New Jersey students from educationally and economically disadvantaged backgrounds.

EssayNot required
RenewableYes
Grade LevelHigh School Senior, College Freshman, College Sophomore, College Junior, College Senior

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Application Timeline

Important application dates

This scholarship offers more than one application cycle. Review each window carefully before applying.

Institution-Specific Annual Cycle

OpensTo Be Announced
DeadlineTo Be Announced

Eligibility

  • Meet New Jersey residency requirements.
  • Demonstrate a history of educational and economic disadvantage under EOF rules.
  • Be admitted to and enroll at a participating New Jersey college.
  • Meet the participating campus EOF program's requirements.

Requirements

  • Apply for admission and identify interest in EOF.
  • File the FAFSA or New Jersey Alternative Financial Aid Application.
  • Submit income and household documentation requested by the campus.
  • Complete interviews, summer programming, or other campus steps when required.

How to Apply

  1. 1Contact the EOF office at each prospective institution.
  2. 2Complete admission and financial-aid applications.
  3. 3Submit the campus EOF materials.
  4. 4Complete the campus selection process.