How to Apply
Am I Eligible?
Entry into the EOF program is not guaranteed and is contingent upon eligibility AND space available. To be eligible, you must meet all of the following requirements. However, additional requirements may apply.
- Demonstrate an educationally and economically disadvantaged background
- Be a New Jersey resident for at least 12 consecutive months prior to the first semester of Rutgers enrollment
- Graduate from a NJ high school or receive the equivalent of a high school diploma by the time you register at Rutgers
- File a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) or the New Jersey Alternative Financial Aid Application
- Fall within the financial criteria set by the State of New Jersey
- Complete the EOF application (detailed below) and financial verification process by the required deadlines
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- Apply for undergraduate admission to Rutgers University – Newark by December 1st. Undergraduate Admissions Application
- Submit the supplemental EOF application through your application portal by December 1st for priority review. The information on the EOF application is used to make a preliminary determination of your eligibility for the EOF program.
- Apply for Financial Aid by December 1st. Submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) if you are U.S. citizen or permanent resident or the New Jersey Alternative Financial Aid Application (NJAFAA) if you are a NJ DREAMer.
- All entering first year students MUST attend the EOF summer program. Click here more information.
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- Apply for Financial Aid. Submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) if you are U.S. citizen or permanent resident or the New Jersey Alternative Financial Aid Application (NJAFAA) if you are a NJ DREAMer.
- Submit the EOF Application by deadline below. Note: You must be admitted to Rutgers to apply.
- Fall Application Deadline is August 15th
- Spring Application Deadline is January 5th
- For prior EOF students only: Submit your Student Transfer Form from your previous school along with your student application above “EOF Transfer Student Application”.
- Submit EOF Verification Documents: You will need to login or create an account for HESSA/NJFAMS to make sure you do not need to submit documents to confirm your state aid eligibility. You will also want to login to your MyRutgers portal and check your “My Financial Aid” widget under “Documents” and upload any outstanding documents. Note: Not every student will have to submit supporting documentation.
- Attend New EOF Student Orientation: Held in September for fall admits and in January for spring admits. You will be emailed the exact date.