Full tuition and required fees
The Access Scholarship meets the full cost of tuition and all mandatory university fees for eight consecutive semesters of undergraduate study.
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The NJSU Access Scholarship meets the full cost of attendance for four years of undergraduate study, for students of exceptional promise whose families are unable to meet the cost of a university education.
- Duration
- Four years
- Award
- Full cost of attendance
- Deadline
- 15 March 2027
A student’s capacity to pay should never determine the reach of their ambition. The Access Scholarship exists so that the most promising students, wherever they are in the world, can pursue a university education without financial barrier.
The Scholarship Committee, New Jersey State University
The Award
Four years. The full cost of attendance.
Each award is renewed annually for up to eight semesters while the scholar remains enrolled full-time and in good academic standing.
Housing and dining
Scholars receive a place in university residence halls and a comprehensive dining plan, or an equivalent allowance for approved off-campus housing.
Living and academic allowances
A structured set of allowances covers course materials, technology, personal expenses, travel and health insurance throughout the degree.
Advising and mentorship
Each scholar is supported by a dedicated scholarship advisor and a faculty mentor from orientation through commencement.
Beyond tuition
More than $15,000 in allowances every year
Alongside tuition, housing and dining, every scholar receives allowances for course materials, personal expenses, health insurance and travel, with further support for technology, research, study abroad and unforeseen hardship.
View all 11 allowances- 01Academic and technology
Books, Course Materials and Software Allowance · Laptop and Technology Allowance
- 02Housing, dining and living
Personal Living Allowance · Off-Campus Housing and Board Allowance
- 03Arrival, travel and health
Settling-In Grant · Annual Travel Allowance · Health Insurance and Medical Fee Allowance · Visa, Immigration and SEVIS Fee Reimbursement
- 04Experiential and enrichment
Summer Research and Internship Stipend · Study Abroad and Global Travel Allowance · Emergency and Medical Hardship Grant
Eligibility
Who may apply
The Access Scholarship is open to candidates of every nationality. The Committee seeks students of intellectual promise and strong character for whom the cost of university would otherwise be prohibitive.
Confirm your eligibility- ✓Completion of secondary school, or expected completion before the start of the academic year.
- ✓Demonstrated financial need: the applicant’s family is unable to meet the cost of a university education.
- ✓No previously conferred bachelor’s degree.
- ✓A minimum age of 16 years at matriculation.
- ✓The ability to pursue coursework in English, or willingness to complete a preparatory English programme.
The application
Applying to the Access Scholarship
The application is completed entirely online through the applicant portal.
Confirm eligibility
Answer four brief questions and create your applicant account in a single step.
Complete the application
Seven concise sections, two personal statements and two supporting documents. Your progress is saved automatically.
Follow your application
The portal shows each stage of the Committee’s review, from submission through interview to the admission decision.
Key dates
Class of 2031 admission cycle
- 9 November 2026
Application opens
Candidates may create an account and begin the application. Progress is saved automatically.
- 15 March 2027
Application deadline
Applications must be submitted by 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time. Supplementary documents may follow within 14 days.
- April 2027
Interviews
Shortlisted candidates are invited to a 30-minute conversation with members of the Scholarship Committee.
- 15 May 2027
Admission decisions
All candidates are notified of their decision through the applicant portal and by email.
- Fall 2027
Matriculation
Admitted scholars report to campus in late August 2027 for orientation and registration.
Questions
Frequently asked questions
Further guidance for candidates and their families.
What does the Access Scholarship cover?
The award meets full tuition and required fees, housing and dining, and a series of allowances for course materials, technology, personal expenses, travel and health insurance for four years of undergraduate study. Details of each allowance are published on the Financial Aid page.
Is the scholarship renewable?
The award is renewed each academic year for up to eight semesters, provided the scholar remains enrolled full-time and in good academic standing.
May international students apply?
Yes. The Access Scholarship is open to candidates of every nationality who meet the eligibility criteria. International scholars receive additional support for travel and immigration costs.
Which documents are required?
Only the most recent academic transcript or examination certificate. Evidence of household income and English proficiency strengthen an application and may be submitted up to 14 days after the deadline. Identification documents are requested only from admitted scholars, after they accept their offer.
How are candidates evaluated?
The Scholarship Committee reviews each application holistically, considering academic preparation, financial circumstances and the personal qualities expressed in the essays.
Must the application be completed in one sitting?
No. The application saves automatically. Candidates may sign in from any device to continue where they left off.
How will I hear about my application?
Every stage is shown in the applicant portal and confirmed by email. Admitted candidates receive their letter of admission by email and can download it from the portal at any time.
Applications for Fall 2027 are now open.
The application deadline is 15 March 2027 at 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time.