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Completing the FAFSA

Students looking to enroll in the Spring 2025 or Summer 2025 semesters should

Students looking to enroll in Fall 2025 semester should  

Not ready to complete your FAFSA yet? Here are some things you can do now to prepare to fill out the application.

  • Students and their contributors can .
  • Who might be a student’s contributor?
    • Spouse
    • Biological or Adoptive Parent
    • Parent's spouse
    • Unsure which parent should participate? Check out the tool on the FAFSA website.
  • Check out the to see what aid you may qualify for
    • RCBC's FAFSA School Code: 007730

For FAFSA Non-Eligible Non-Citizens the NJ Alternative Application May Be an Option

  • Complete the if you meet the following criteria
    • Live in NJ
    • Are NOT eligible to complete the FAFSA application
    • Attended a NJ high school for at least three years
    • Graduated from a NJ high school or received the equivalent of a high school diploma in NJ
    • Are able to file an affidavit stating that you've applied or will apply to legalize your immigration status as soon as possible.