Step Two: Get Help (Financially Speaking)
Fill out the FAFSA
The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) will determine how much financial aid you are eligible for.
NJC's school code is 001361
- Apply for a Personal Identification Number (PIN) at www.pin.ed.gov. Your PIN will permit you to sign your FAFSA on the web electronically.
A parent or guardian must also apply for a PIN, so that they can also sign electronically.
- Complete federal income tax returns for both student and parent(s) before applying for financial aid.
- Fill out and submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) at www.fafsa.ed.gov by March 1st. NJC's School Code is 001361
- Call or visit the Financial Aid office 5 to 7 days after submitting your FAFSA to find out what aid you have been awarded
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Watch your mail for your Award Letter by mail. I received my award letter, now what?
Apply for COF (In-State Residence Only)
The College Opportunity Fund (COF) is a stipend for Colorado Residents. Applying for COF will save you over $60 a credit. A full time student will save over $700. Apply for COF here.
Apply for Scholarships
Visit the Scholarship section to see numerous scholarships available. Every little bit helps.
NJC has streamlined the Freshman Scholarship application. One online application will put incoming freshman in the running for all of NJC's institutional scholarships. Apply for Freshman Scholarships here.
