Scholarships & Grants for New Jersey Students (2026–27)
Verified, up-to-date scholarships and grants for New Jersey high school students — amounts, deadlines, and official application links, from Scillint's scholarship database.
Scillint's database currently lists 3 verified scholarships and grants specifically for New Jersey students, alongside 312 nationwide scholarships that any U.S. student can apply for regardless of state. Amounts, deadlines, and provider links below are pulled directly from our database and shown exactly as recorded — always confirm the current details on the official site before applying.
| Program | Provider | Amount | Deadline | Link |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Jersey Community College Opportunity Grant (CCOG)Renewable | NJ HESAA | Covers remaining tuition (last-dollar; up to 18 credits/term) | Rolling (FAFSA / NJ Alternative Application) | Visit site |
| New Jersey NJ STARSRenewable | New Jersey Higher Education Student Assistance Authority (HESAA) | Full NJ county-college tuition | Rolling (based on HS class rank) | Visit site |
| New Jersey Tuition Aid Grant (TAG)Renewable | NJ Higher Education Student Assistance Authority (HESAA) | $2,176-$14,404/year (2025-26) | State FAFSA priority deadline | Visit site |
Frequently asked questions
Are these scholarships free to apply for?
Yes. Every legitimate scholarship on this page is free to apply for. You should never have to pay a fee to apply for or receive a scholarship — treat any request for payment as a red flag.
How current is this list?
Scillint's scholarship database is checked against the official provider pages on an ongoing basis. Amounts and deadlines can still change on short notice, so always confirm the live details on the provider's own site before you apply.
Can I find scholarships outside my state too?
Yes. Most scholarships in Scillint's database are national or field-of-study based rather than tied to a single state. Sign up for a free trial to see your full matched list, not just the state-specific ones shown here.