Getting an affordable education is within reach. Students who complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) for Sussex County Community College may be eligible to attend college tuition-free. Students can cover the cost of tuition using many options such as Pell grants, NJ STARS, and the many scholarships and financial aid programs.
Students should not have to go into debt to receive a quality education, and Sussex is proud that 72% of students graduate DEBT FREE!
Important Notice - Eligibility for CCOG has changed due to the final annual NJ State Budget. Only Tier 1, new students whose family AGI is between $0 and $65,000 will be eligible to participate in the NJ Community College Opportunity Grant. All students in Tier 2 and 3, who received an award amount in the 2024-25 academic year will be grandfathered in the program for the 2025-26 academic year. However, they will no longer be considered for the Garden State Promise Grant once they move onto the four year schools unless they meet the qualifications of Tier 1.
Sussex participates in the state’s tuition-free college, the New Jersey Community College Opportunity Grant (CCOG).
New Jersey residents with an adjusted gross income (AGI) between $0 and $65,000 will be awarded the cost of tuition and approved educational fees.
Must be a New Jersey resident
If selected for federal and/or state verification, you must submit all required documents by the published deadlines
✔ Apply to Sussex - Apply to Sussex and be sure to choose a degree program to qualify for the Community College Opportunity Grant. For questions, contact Admissions at 973-300-2223.
✔ File your FAFSA - File your FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) before the HESAA deadline. Visit with the Financial Aid Office to see if you qualify and complete verification if selected.
✔ Meet with the Student Success Center - Discuss your academic options with an advisor, and you're on your way!
For more details, visit the HESAA website.
