Eligibility

                               

Students:

  • U.S. Citizen or eligible non-citizen
  • New Jersey resident attending an approved school including some international schools
  • Out-of-state resident attending an approved NJ-based school
  • Enrolled at least half-time in a degree or certificate program
  • Maintain satisfactory academic progress
  • Submit a FAFSA

Note: You must borrow the Subsidized portion of your Stafford Loan, if eligible.

Borrowers:

  • U.S. Citizen or eligible non-citizen
  • Meet minimum credit and income requirements (Based on the Federal Poverty Level for a family of four.)
  • Not be delinquent or in default on a Federal or State student loan

Cosigners:

  • At least 18 years old
  • U.S. Citizen or eligible non-citizen
  • Meet minimum credit and income requirements (Based on the Federal Poverty Level for a family of four.) 
  • Not be delinquent or in default on a Federal or State student loan