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Student Services: Financial Aid: Sources of Aid
- Gloucester County College
- State and Federal
- NJSTARS Scholarship
- Veterans Benefits
- National Guard Free Tuition Program
- Eductional Opportunity Funds (EOF)
- Federal Work Study
- Civic Organizations
- Employers
- NJ Unemployed Persons: Job Training Program
- Hope Scholarship / Lifetime Learning Credit
- Volunteer Firefighter / Rescue Worker Tuition Discount Program
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Foundation Scholarships
The GCC Foundation awards numerous academic and program scholarships annually to qualified students enrolled on a full- or part-time basis. To qualify, students generally must be in good standing and have above-average academic records. Scholarship criteria vary depending upon the scholarship classification or program of study.
Scholarship announcements are published in the GCC Beep Sheet, posted on the bulletin board in the Student Services Building as well as other buildings throughout the campus, the Student Services Information Desk, and posted on the GCC Web site at www.gccnj.edu. For more information, please contact the Scholarship Office at 856-415-2105 or e-mail klucas@gccnj.edu.
Government (Federal and State) Use the FAFSAFree Application for Federal Student Aid) to apply for government grants. With the FAFSA<, the student is applying for the Pell grant and the state grant at the same time.
Beginning with the graduating class of 2004, New Jersey high school seniors may be eligible for a NJSTARS scholarship.
To be eligible, the student must meet the following criteria, as outlined by the State of New Jersey:
- be in the top 20% of their senior class as determined by the high school attend their home county college, unless the school does not offer the student's program of study. enroll in a degree program (certificate programs are ineligible). enroll within two calendar years of their high school graduation. enroll as a full-time student (12-15 credits), with at least twelve of those credits being non-remedial.
- file for financial aid by the existing TAG deadlines (Oct. 1 for new applicants; June 1 for renewals). This requirement includes the completion of verification procedures.
The scholarship lasts for five semesters of continuous full-time enrollment. Eligible students who do begin their college studies elsewhere, then transfer to a NJ county college, will be STARS eligible as long as they enroll at their local community college by their second semester of college enrollment in order to remain NJ STARS eligible. The scholarship covers tuition and all required fees, including the higher fees incurred by specific majors, such as Automotive Technology and Nursing. The scholarship does not cover insurance or books. The amount of the NJSTARS award may be reduced if the student is eligible for Federal & State need-based grants and merit scholarships, exclusive of loans. Institutional grants and outside scholarships will not be included in this calculation. However, the total funds awarded cannot exceed the total cost of education (tuition, fees, books, expenses, as reflected in the college's aid budget). The NJSTARS Scholarship program and requirements are contingent upon action by the New Jersey legislature (Download the NJSTARS Fact Sheet).
If you have questions about this program, please call 856-468-5000, ext. 6205. Or e-mail tjohnson@gccnj.edu
Veterans who need information regarding their Montgomery GI Bill benefits need to logon to the VA website www.gibill.va.gov and follow the prompts to Education Benefits. This website will provide Chapters 30, 35, 1606 and 1607 eligibility requirements.
If you have any questions regarding these programs and benefits please call 856-415-2219 or email kleader@gccnj.edu.
National Guard Free Tuition Program
New applicants for the National Guard Free Tuition Program should complete their paperwork(the FAFSA) 5-7 weeks prior to actual registration. All NG students, must submit an original Commander's letter of Certification (NJDMAVA form 621-2-15Nov00) each time they register for classes. This letter must be dated no more than 60 days prior to the date of registration for courses. All applicants must submit a FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) annually. In addition, NG students must declare a major of study (undecided is not acceptable) and must maintain a 2.00 Grade Point Average. All students in the program must wait until Late Registration to register for courses. Late Registration dates are available in the Student Development office. National Guard students may submit appropriate documents for evaluation for the possible awarding of credits for military training. See the financial aid office for more information or e-mail wmilley@gccnj.edu
Educational Opportunity Funds (EOF)
The Educational Opportunity Fund Program is another possible source of aid. The EOF Program was created to give financially and educationally disadvantaged students who demonstrated motivation, determination and the potential to succeed an opportunity to attend college. The EOF Program provides academic and student support services through intensive counseling, tutoring and workshops. In addition, EOF has a summer pre-college institute designed to help EOF students to adjust to college life and the discipline of college study. This summer orientation includes a series of workshops and seminars to maximize a student's achievement in and out of the classroom setting.
The program is sponsored by the state of New Jersey and has specific criteria for eligibility. For further information about the EOF Program, please contact the EOF office at 856-468-5000 ext. 6624 or email apittman@gccnj.edu for an application.
The Federal Work Study program is a federally funded program for students who need additional financial assistance. The program provides a maximum of 17 hours of work per week when classes are in session and up to 29 hours of work during the summer. For additional information, e-mail kleader@gccnj.edu
Some civic organizations offer scholarships to it's members or it's member's dependents. Check with local organizations in your community about such aid. These organizations might include the Lion's Club, Boy Scouts, local churches, etc.
Some employers participate in a "tuition-reimbursement program". Check with your employer about this option. For all of these sources: ask, apply, and follow-up.
NJ Unemployed Persons: Job Training Program
Unemployed persons with proof of eligibility from the Department of Labor Division of Workforce New Jersey can enroll in a job training course which shall provide them with an identifiable skill.
Eligible individuals who wish to attend a county college
- must first apply to the county college within their county of residence
- those seeking to enroll in credit courses under this program are responsible for filing for both State and Federal aid
- the designated registration period for eligible individuals is the college's designated late registration period
- although tuition is waived individuals shall be responsible for the cost of equipment, materials, textbooks, laboratory fees and a registration fee not to exceed $20.00 per academic term.
For additional information and to obtain a certificate of eligibility contact the Workforce NJ Office of the NJ Department of Labor. The Gloucester County office is located at 215 Crown Point Road, Thorofare.
Hope Scholarship / Lifetime Learning Credit
The Hope Scholarship is a tax credit, not a scholarship. Tax credits are subtracted from the tax your family owes, instead of subtracting them from taxable income like a tax deduction. Your family must file a federal tax return and owe taxes to get this tax credit. You cannot get a refund for the Hope credit if your family doesn't pay taxes. If your family owes less in taxes than the maximum amount of the Hope tax credit for which your family is eligible, you can only take the credit for the amount you owe in taxes. Your family may claim a tax credit up to $1,500 for each eligible dependent for up to two tax years. The Hope credit is available only until the first two years of postsecondary education are complete.
The exact amount of the Hope credit depends on your family's income, the amount of qualified tuition and fees paid, and the amount of certain scholarships and allowances subtracted from tuition. The total credit is also based on how many eligible dependents are in your family, rather than a maximum dollar amount for the family, like the Lifetime Learning tax credit.
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Volunteer Firefighter / Rescue Worker Tuition Discount Program
Volunteer firefighters and rescue workers may be eligible for $300.00 tuition credit per semester (up to 2,400.00). The tuition credit is capped at $600.00 per academic year. Financial Aid will need a letter from your fire company or municipality stating you are in good standing. This credit is for the volunteer or his/her dependents. Recipients of this credit must register for classes during Late Registration. Please email jwilliams@gccnj.edu if you have any questions.
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