The New Jersey Alternative Financial Aid Application allows NJ Dreamers enrolled in eligible New Jersey colleges and universities to apply for state financial aid.
Who should complete this application?
Complete this application if you are
not a United States citizen or eligible noncitizen and meet all of the following criteria;
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Attended a New Jersey high school for at least three (3) years
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Graduated from a New Jersey high school
or received the equivalent of a high school diploma in New Jersey
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Registered for
Selective Service (male students only)
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Are able to file an affidavit stating that you have filed an application to legalize your immigration status
or will file an application as soon you are eligible to do so
NJ Dreamers Can Renew Their State Aid. Complete the Alternative Financial Aid Application. Click
here to apply NOW.
New Jersey Alternative Financial Aid Application is a confidential application that is used solely by the New Jersey Higher Education Student Assistance Authority (HESAA) to qualify students for state financial aid. It is not used for federal financial aid purposes. Information that is shared with HESAA via this application is used only by HESAA and partner colleges, universities, and other state agencies in order to administer grants and scholarships. HESAA will do everything within its authority and jurisdiction to protect the ongoing confidentiality of this information.
