Financial Aid

If you’ve had a change in your financial situation due to COVID, please click here to see how Sussex can help you.

SCCC's financial aid programs are here to help and we encourage students to apply for financial assistance.

All students should file a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).

File a FAFSA as soon as possible

This is your application for Federal and State* financial aid, which most students don’t realize they qualify for this type of aid. Apply early to be considered for maximum grant aid. Remember to file your taxes and your FAFSA.

  • It is free to file a FAFSA and you should not be prompted to pay upon completion of the application. 
  • Most financial aid is not automatically renewable and a new application should be filed at the beginning of a calendar year, upon completion of your Federal Tax Return (if applicable).
  • You can view financial aid awards as well as documents required to complete your file on the student portal under the Student Tab. Use your Student Email when communicating with our staff.

Financial Aid Deadlines

NJ State Aid Deadlines (NJ Residents Only) for the 2023-24 Academic Year.
They do not affect your ability to apply for federal aid such as Federal Pell Grant and Federal Direct Student Loans.

  • April 15, 2023 - For students who did receive a 2022-2023 Tuition Aid Grant
  • September 15, 2023 – for students who did not receive a 2022-2023 Tuition Aid Grant

Where can I view my Aid?

Students can view financial aid awards as well as documents required to complete their file at My.Sussex.Portal. Please be sure to use your college email when communicating with our staff.

Dependent Students (based on 24 credits)

  In County Out of County
Tuition $3,504 $5,232
Fees $2,112 $2,112
Books $1,481 $1,481
Housing & Meals $5,307* $5,307*
Transportation $2,456 $2,948
Miscellaneous $2,400 $2,400
Total $17,260 $19,480

*Centenary Univ. Dormitory/Meal Plan - $6,232 per semester

Independent Students (based on 24 credits)

  In County Out of County
Tuition $3,504 $5,232
Fees $2,112 $2,112
Books $1,481 $1,481
Housing & Meals $6,825* $6,825*
Transportation $2,456 $2,948
Miscellaneous $2,400 $2,400
Total $18,778 $20,998

*Centenary Univ. Dormitory/Meal Plan - $6,232 per semester