💰 Ramapo College of New Jersey Merit Scholarships

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Official Scholarship Information

View complete details on Ramapo College of New Jersey's website

Scholarship awards are disbursed in various amounts over four years provided that students maintain the required number of credits, grade point average and good social standing.

Eligibility: Ramapo College automatically considers all first-year (freshmen) applicants for a merit-based scholarship. First-year applicants are considered for merit-based scholarships based on academic performance and their potential to become active members of our community. All aspects of a students application are considered including extra-curricular activities, but limited funding and a large number of applications makes our scholarship awards highly competitive. A recommended GPA of 3.5 or higher is encouraged to be eligible for consideration, along with a rigorous HS course schedule. Ramapo College is test-optional for all programs, except our Articulation Programs.

How to apply: ["no separate application", "maintain required number of credits", "interview may be required upon review of credentials"]

📋 students maintain the required number of credits, grade point average and good social standing Source ↗

Eligibility: Qualified applicants must meet the following criteria: * New Jersey Community College Graduate by the time you enroll in Fall 2026 * Transfer applicants with a cumulative GPA of 3.5 or higher will be considered for a scholarship. * Recipients must enroll full time (32-credits per year) * Recipients must maintain a 3.0 GPA while enrolled * Students must submit their application and all required credentials no later than May 1, 2026. No separate application is necessary.

How to apply: ["no separate application", "enroll full time (32 credits per year)"]

📋 Renewal: 3.0 GPA Source ↗

The Academic Merit Scholarships and Ramapo Grants amount is renewable for 4 consecutive years or 8 consecutive semesters provided they maintain the required GPA (Grade point average) and earn 32 credits in an academic year (fall/spring). Academic Merit Scholarships may be reduced by state grants or outside scholarships that can only be applied to tuition and fees. Scholarships do not cover overload credits. Academic Merit Scholarships and Ramapo Grants are applied directly towards students billable tuition and tuition related fees. Scholarships do not cover, Nursing Fees, Science lab fees, or music fees. The Academic Merit Scholarship and Ramapo Grants can only cover up to your billable charges.

Eligibility: Incoming first year students are eligible to receive their Academic Merit Scholarships or Ramapo Grants for up to 8 consecutive semesters or 4 consecutive years. Transfer students are eligible to receive Academic Scholarships and Ramapo Grants for up to 4 consecutive semesters or two consecutive years.

How to apply: ["maintain required cumulative GPA as outlined in scholarship contract", "earn 32 credits in an academic year for renewal"]

EOF Freshmen Funding Package: includes NJ EOF Grant of $1,550 per year for residential students ($1,300 per year for commuters); an EOF Scholarship of up to $5,000 per year (for up to 4 years; a total award of up to $20,000); $1,400 book award to cover the cost of books in the first year ($700/semester).

Eligibility: In order to qualify, students must admitted to Ramapo College through the EOF Program, meeting academic and financial eligibility requirements. EOF Freshmen who successfully complete the mandatory EOF Pre-Freshman Summer Studies Program with a 2.5 GPA or higher are eligible to receive the following funding package.

How to apply: ["be admitted to Ramapo College through the EOF Program", "file FAFSA or NJAFA by March 1", "complete EOF Pre-Freshman Summer Studies Program with a 2.5 GPA or higher"]

Merit Based Scholarships, $5,000.

EOF Freshmen Funding Package: includes NJ EOF Grant of $1,550 per year for residential students ($1,300 per year for commuters); an EOF Scholarship of up to $5,000 per year (for up to 4 years; a total award of up to $20,000); $1,400 book award to cover the cost of books in the first year ($700/semester).

Eligibility: In order to qualify, students must admitted to Ramapo College through the EOF Program, meeting academic and financial eligibility requirements. EOF Freshmen who successfully complete the mandatory EOF Pre-Freshman Summer Studies Program with a 2.5 GPA or higher are eligible to receive the following funding package.

How to apply: ["be admitted to Ramapo College through the EOF Program", "file FAFSA or NJAFA by March 1", "complete EOF Pre-Freshman Summer Studies Program with a 2.5 GPA or higher"]

EOF Freshmen Funding Package: includes NJ EOF Grant of $1,550 per year for residential students ($1,300 per year for commuters); an EOF Scholarship of up to $5,000 per year (for up to 4 years; a total award of up to $20,000); $1,400 book award to cover the cost of books in the first year ($700/semester).

Eligibility: In order to qualify, students must admitted to Ramapo College through the EOF Program, meeting academic and financial eligibility requirements. EOF Freshmen who successfully complete the mandatory EOF Pre-Freshman Summer Studies Program with a 2.5 GPA or higher are eligible to receive the following funding package.

How to apply: ["be admitted to Ramapo College through the EOF Program", "file FAFSA or NJAFA by March 1", "complete EOF Pre-Freshman Summer Studies Program with a 2.5 GPA or higher"]

Scholarships are awarded on a rolling basis throughout both semesters. Due to the volume of applications, you will only be notified if you have been chosen to receive an award.

Eligibility: To be considered for any scholarship, including nominated awards, students must complete a general application.

How to apply: ["complete general application on ramapo.academicworks.com", "some awards require nomination or separate application steps"]

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