NJ Tuition Aid Grant (TAG)

NJ Tuition Aid Grant (TAG) Program is one of largest and most generous financial aid programs, with nearly one in every three full-time New Jersey undergraduates receiving awards.

TAG award amounts vary based on the type of institution at which students enroll. New Jersey uses a proprietary formula to calculate the New Jersey Eligibility Index (NJEI), which is used to determine a student’s award amount.

For example, the most generous TAG award is $14,404 at independent, non-public institutions. At county colleges, students with a NJEI of less than 1,500 may receive $3,098. ¹

The table below shows the maximum award for students with an NJEI of 1,500 or less, who qualify for the highest award levels.

Part-time TAG is also available for students who are enrolled for 6-11 credits in approved county colleges. The amount of the grant varies depending on student need, cost of attendance and available funding.

Part-time county college students can also receive awards up to $1,161 per semester, depending on how many credits they take.

FAQ

Who is eligible for NJ Tuition Aid Grant?

1. Be a New Jersey resident and U.S. citizen or an eligible non-citizen
2. Have a high school diploma or GED
3. Be enrolled full-time as an undergraduate student at an approved New Jersey college, university or degree-granting proprietary school
4. Must not owe a repayment or be in default status with federal student loans
5. Must demonstrate financial need as determined by the FAFSA AND New Jersey Eligibility Index (NJEI)

How do I apply for NJ Tuition Aid Grant?

To be considered for a TAG award, the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) must be completed each year within established NJ deadlines.

Eligible non-citizens who have attended a New Jersey high school for at least three (3) years may apply through the NJ Alternative Financial Aid Application .