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If you’re an NJ Dreamer, someone brought to the U.S. as a child and now building your future here in New Jersey, you may qualify for state financial aid through NJ HESAA (Higher Education Student Assistance Authority).
The state of New Jersey allows undocumented students planning to enroll in eligible New Jersey colleges and universities to apply for state financial aid.
You can complete the NJ Alternative Application if you are not a United States citizen or eligible non-citizen and meet all of the following criteria:
You are not eligible to file the FAFSA
Attended a New Jersey high school for at least three (3) years
Graduated from a New Jersey high school or received the equivalent of a high school diploma in New Jersey
Registered for Selective Service (male students only)
Are able to file an affidavit stating that you will file an application to legalize your immigration status or will file an application as soon you are eligible to do so
Students who have completed the process should file the NJ Alternative Financial Aid Application even if they have a Social Security number.
Follow these steps:
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Submit proof you attended a New Jersey high school for at least three (3) years. You can provide a high school transcript or other documentation at 麻豆区’s One-Stop Welcome Center.
Submit proof you graduated from a New Jersey high school or earned a GED. A final high school transcript with your graduation date or a GED certificate works for this step.
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Males must register for Selective Service at
Complete the New Jersey Dreamers Grant Recipient Affidavit. This form confirms that you will apply to legalize your immigration status when eligible. It must be signed and submitted to the One-Stop Welcome Center each academic year. You can pick up the form in person or request it from the Financial Aid Office.
Select “Login to NJ FAMS” on the page, create an account, log in, and see if NJ HESAA (Higher Education Student Assistance Authority) is requesting any additional information. Please check this website regularly.
Questions? Not sure if you qualify? Please email finaid@atlanticcape.edu or call (609) 343-5082 for assistance.
Atlantic Cape does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, or disability. We ensure that limited English skills are not a barrier to CTE program access. Learn more on our webpage.
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Atlantic Cape no discrimina por raza, color, origen nacional, sexo o discapacidad. Garantizamos que el dominio limitado del inglés no impida el acceso a programas técnicos. Obtenga más información en nuestra .
