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Dates and Deadlines

Financial Aid Calendar

Sept. through April Prospective students indicate interest in financial aid on admissions applications.
After December 1 Prospective students may obtain the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) from the high school guidance counselor or online.  www.studentaid.gov
May 15th There is still time for prospective students to complete a FAFSA form in order to be considered for federal and state financial aid for the Fall of 2026.
April 1 All returning students who received an NJ TAG Grant must complete their FAFSA form by the state deadline of April 1st.
By July 1 College notifies returning students (who submitted aid applications by April1st) of aid awards.
Ramapo

News/Updates

Fall 2026 State Shopping Sheet/College Financing Plan (CFP) will begin to be processed the week of February 15th for new and transfer studentsAll financial aid correspondence is sent to the Ramapo College email address. Students are urged to check their Ramapo College email regularly.

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