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Plan for a brighter future with a college education at Raritan Valley Community College.

As one of the leading colleges with financial aid opportunities, we are dedicated to providing every student with access to higher education regardless of their financial situation. To learn more about attending one of the area’s most highly acclaimed and affordable colleges, register here to attend an upcoming Information Session. Then, read on to learn about some of the ways that you can defray your tuition costs such as financial aid, grants, community college scholarships, and more!

What are Your Financial Aid Options?

RVCC’s Financial Aid Advisors can tailor a funding package to meet your needs. Below are some key options:

• Free Tuition Program

RVCC participates in the New Jersey Community College Opportunity Grant Program, which offers free community college to qualified students. Eligible students will receive free tuition and most educational fees for up to 18 credits a semester. The Opportunity Grant will pay for all tuition and educational fee costs not covered by state, federal, institutional or community grants or scholarships.

• Scholarships

The RVCC Foundation awards more than $300,000 in scholarships annually thanks to generous donations. Recipients can use their scholarships to help with the cost of tuition, fees, and books. Scholarships are awarded to students based on financial need and academic merit. Scholarship opportunities are available for students who are pursuing particular areas of study such as Nursing or STEM as well as skilled athletes and dedicated volunteers. Special scholarships are available for incoming freshman students. Do you plan to transfer to a university after graduation? Your future school just may offer scholarships for RVCC graduates. You can browse the complete list at scholarship opportunities. 

• NJ STARS

The NJ STARS state scholarship program is exclusively for NJ residents who graduate in the top 15 percent of their high school class. The scholarship covers the cost of tuition at RVCC. To be eligible, you must rank in the top 15 percent of your high school class at the end of either your junior or senior year; complete a rigorous series of high school courses; and take a minimum of 12 and maximum of 18 college credits each semester at RVCC. To see if you’re eligible go to  NJ STARS

• The Educational Opportunity Fund Program (EOF)

EOF is a state grant that provides eligible students with academic and economic assistance to help them earn their college degree. If you qualify, you can receive academic support and assistance in making the transition to college. Services include: assistance with the admission and enrollment process, financial aid assistance, personal counseling, funding for summer courses, and more.

• Veterans Benefits

Have you served in the military? If so, RVCC can help you make the most of your VA benefits. A special advisor will assist you in completing all the required paperwork and support you during your time at RVCC.

What’s Your First Step?

The Free Application for Federal Student Aid or FAFSA form is the first step in the process of applying for all financial aid, including scholarships. View helpful videos here.

Contact RVCC’s Financial Aid Office today to see how it can help you. You can also check out the College’s helpful step-by-step financial aid guide. Remember to register for an upcoming Information Session or apply now!

About RVCC

RVCC has been ranked the best community college in NJ by WalletHub.com and Niche.com. According to Zippia.com, RVCC students are the highest earning graduates of any New Jersey community college. As a leading state college in New Jersey, RVCC serves students locally from Somerset County and Hunterdon County, across the country, and around the world, offering top degree programs and the best local career training. For information, visit www.raritanval.edu.