NJ Tuition Aid Grant (TAG)

Administered by NJ Higher Education Student Assistance Authority · hesaa.org

New Jersey's primary need-based grant — among the most generous state grants in the country.

Eligibility requirements

✓NJ resident
✓Financial need
✓Enrolled at NJ institution
✓No prior bachelor's

Insider tip

NJ TAG is one of the most generous state grants in the US. File FAFSA ASAP after October 1.

How to apply

Apply directly on the official website. GrantLantern does not process applications — we link you directly to the source.

Apply at hesaa.org →

Opens the official source. GrantLantern is not affiliated with this program.

Program details sourced from official government and agency websites. Eligibility is determined by the administering agency — not GrantLantern. Verify current requirements at the official source before applying.

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