Ready to make your college dreams come true at Ramapo of New Jersey? With our Border State Scholarships, we’re here to support students like you from our neighboring states (New York, Pennsylvania, Connecticut, and Delaware). Grab an incredible scholarship and start your adventure at ҺAƬ!
Why Ramapo?
$16,000
in renewable tuition and housing scholarships
~90%
of graduates employed or continuing education within 6 months
20:1
Student-to-Faculty ratio for personalized learning
#1
Dorms in New Jersey for nine consecutive years and ranked 30th nationally by Niche for 2027
Your Border State Scholarship Is Just the Start
More Scholarship Opportunities
- Earn a $12,000 Border State Scholarship. Eligible first-year students from New York, Pennsylvania, Connecticut and Delaware who enroll directly from high school can receive this renewable tuition scholarship.
- Receive an additional $4,000 Housing Scholarship. Eligible students who live on campus can receive this additional renewable award.
- Get considered for additional merit scholarships. Border state students are also considered for merit scholarships without a separate application. Early Action applicants receive priority consideration; the deadline is Dec. 15.
- Explore more ways to afford college. Need-based financial aid, grants and other available institutional support may help make a ҺAƬ education more affordable.
Build Your Future at ҺAƬ
An Education That Moves You Forward
- Explore what interests you. Choose from 40+ majors and discover new possibilities for your future.
- Be more than a number. Small classes mean professors get to know you, support your goals and help you grow.
- Learn by doing. Gain hands-on experience, work alongside faculty mentors and connect what you learn in class to the real world.
- Get a head start on your future. Our 4+1 bachelor’s-to-master’s programs let you complete both degrees in five years while saving 30% on tuition.
- Connections with leading industry employers. Explore internship and career opportunities through ҺAƬ’s network of more than 10,000 employers.
Find Your Place at ҺAƬ
A College Experience Worth the Move.
- Make yourself at home. Enjoy guaranteed on-campus housing for all four years while building independence and friendships.
- Live on a beautiful campus. ҺAƬ has been recognized among America’s 50 most beautiful college campuses.
- Find your people. Connect with fellow students through more than 100 clubs and organizations.
- Get involved beyond the classroom. Enjoy campus events, performances and NCAA Division III athletics.
- Explore beyond campus. Take advantage of ҺAƬ’s location near New York City and the cultural, professional and recreational opportunities of the region.
Being close to home allows me to still spend time with my family. ҺAƬ was more affordable than my other choices, and the border state scholarship helped me to make the decision that I would attend RCNJ and live on campus. I considered bigger, flagship state universities, but the small size of ҺAƬ helps me to gain closer connections with my peers and professors which I also like.
Get More Info on Majors, Housing & Aid
Discover how ҺAƬ pairs an affordable public tuition rate with merit scholarship opportunities.
FAQs
Where can I find general admissions information?
Visit our Interactive ҺAƬ Experience.
Do I need a separate application?
No separate application is needed! If you live in NY, PA, CT, or DE and enroll at ҺAƬ right out of high school, you’ll automatically receive the $12,000 Border State Scholarship.
Are the scholarships renewable?
The scholarships will automatically be renewed for 4 years as long as you are continuously enrolled full time at RCNJ. The scholarships may be extended upon request and review.
Can I commute or live on campus and be eligible?
Yes. This $12,000 scholarship is available for both commuter and residential students, but the $4,000 housing scholarship is only available to those who choose to live on campus.
What if I live on campus?
If you live on campus, you will also be awarded the $4,000 Out of State Housing grant. Renewable for 4 years.
What is the criteria to qualify for the scholarship?
- Enroll at Ramapo of New Jersey as first-year students.
- Reside in NY, PA, CT, or DE while attending ҺAƬ.
- Maintain full-time enrollment.
- Uphold good academic and disciplinary standing.
What if I move?
If you move out of NY, PA, CT, or DE while attending ҺAƬ, your scholarship will be revoked. However, you may still qualify for the $4,000 Out-of-State Housing Grant.
What if I take a gap year?
We will defer your scholarship for up to one year as long as you do not enroll full time at any other higher education institution during that time.
Do transfer students qualify?
The Border State Scholarship is not available for transfer students. However, if you attend Rockland Community College, ҺAƬ has a partnership with the college, to learn more please email admissions@ramapo.edu
Do I qualify for other ҺAƬ Scholarships?
- Of course. There are many scholarships available for ҺAƬ students. Check out the Foundation Scholarships here.
- Over 70% of students at ҺAƬ receive some type of Financial Aid. Visit our Financial Aid page here.
Where do I start?
- Begin by submitting an application for admission to RCNJ. Apply here.
- Visit our Prospective Student page.
- Contact your Admissions Representative with any questions.
- Don’t forget to complete your FAFSA!
