The NJFC Scholars Program Celebrates Eight Years of Success!
NJFC Scholars Program
Foster and Adoptive Family Services (FAFS) in partnership with the Department of Youth and Family Services (DYFS) provide educational assistance through the New Jersey Foster Care Scholars (NJFC) Program. The New Jersey Foster Care (NJFC) Scholars Program closes its eighth successful year this month. Although the program was signed into existence in 2003, its first sizable student population occurred during the fall 2004 semester. Since then, 146 students have completed degree or certificate programs as NJFC Scholars at accredited colleges, universities, and trade/career schools. The 2010-2011 academic year resulted in 32 graduates. Foster & Adoptive Family Services would like to congratulate those graduates and encourage its current NJFC Scholars in the pursuit of their goals. For more information about the NJFC Scholars Program, please call FAFS at 1.800.222.0047 Monday - Friday 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. and ask for the Scholarship Department or send an email: scholarships@fafsonline.org
NJFC Scholars Program Information
The New Jersey Foster Care (NJFC) Scholars Program was put into place after Governor McGreevey signed the Tuition Waiver Bill in July of 2003. Through the passing of this legislation eligible foster and homeless youth may receive full tuition to a public New Jersey college, university, or vocational school.
In addition, tuition assistance for private or out of state institutions is available through the Federal Education and Training Voucher Program. Students accepted into this program may also received assistance in the following areas:
- Room and Board
- Books and Supplies
- Transportation
- Computers/Special Equipment
- Child Care Costs
Since the NJFC Scholars Program has two sources of funding each has its own eligibility criteria. Your personal status will determine which source of funding will fund your scholarship and therefore what services your scholarship will pay for. Review eligibility requirements and apply for the NJFC Scholars Program
Learn about Foster and Adoptive Family Services' (FAFS) Private Scholarships and Independent Living Opportunity Grants for NJ Foster Adopted & KLG Youth and how to apply.
Click here if you are a current NJFC Scholars recipient.
