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Scholarships & grantsProgramState program · NJ

Higher Education Student Assistance Authority

NJBEST 529 Scholarship

One-time scholarship for NJBEST 529 educational savings account recipients.

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How to apply

The student applies at NJFAMS. There must be a withdrawal from the account for eligible educational expenses for the same semester.

Application · official site

Applications are handled by the provider. Confirm the current cycle and exact requirements on its website.

Geographic coverage

New Jersey

  • NJ

What it offers

$2,000–$6,000 depending on seniority and contributions.

Award amount or benefit

4 years/$1,200 contributed: $2,000; 6/$1,800: $3,000; 8/$2,400: $4,000; 10/$3,000: $5,000; 12/$3,600: $6,000.

Who it is for

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Published eligibility requirements

Account opened at least four years before first university enrollment; minimum $1,200 contributed; student or NJ resident taxpayer; Minimum half-day enrollment at authorized NJ institution.

Income requirements

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Academic requirements & grade level

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Residency requirements

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

FAFSA requirements

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Citizenship restrictions, if applicable

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Documents requested

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Renewal information

Only one prize per beneficiary.

Contact information

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Sources & verification

Latest source review · Oct 8, 2026

HESAA: NJBEST Scholarship: Official program page consulted; criteria, procedure and benefits.

Verification status
Verified
Last verification
Oct 8, 2026
Added to this catalog
Oct 8, 2026
Last updated
Oct 8, 2026
Original resource ID
BTL-0316

Verification documents the evidence reviewed at that time. A working link alone does not establish availability, and verification is never a guarantee of eligibility.

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