1. Fill out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)
- You must create a Federal Student Aid (FSA) ID to access the FAFSA form online.
- Brookdale Community Colle's school code is 002606
- Submit the FAFSA form as early as possible after October 1st.
2. Provide any additional documentation requested by Brookdale Community College
- You may be required to provide additional documentation, such as copies of your federal tax forms or proof of citizenship or residency.
3. Complete Verification, if selected
- If your FAFSA is selected for Verification, you will need to provide additional documentation to verify the information you provided on your FAFSA.
4. Accept your financial aid award:
- Once you have completed all of the required steps, you will receive a financial aid award letter from Brookdale Community College.
- This letter will outline the types and amounts of financial aid you are eligible to receive.
5. Apply for State Financial Aid
- New Jersey students may also be eligible for state financial aid, such as the New Jersey College Affordability Grant.
- To apply for state aid, you must complete a separate application form available through the New Jersey Higher Education Student Assistance Authority (HESAA) website.