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Educational Opportunity Fund Program - EOF

Educational Opportunity Fund Program

Educational Opportunity Fund Program

Educational Opportunity Fund (EOF), is a New Jersey state-funded program that provides financial aid and educational support to New Jersey’s students from economically and educationally disadvantaged backgrounds. First-generation college students are especially encouraged to apply.  Participants benefit from academic support, financial aid, and a strong community to help them succeed at Rutgers–Camden.

Prospective Students:
EOF services guide you through admissions and application support.

Incoming First-Year Students:
If you are a first-year student, apply early and check “yes” on your Rutgers Admission indicating your interest in the EOF Program.

Our Summer Institute gives you a jumpstart on college and the opportunity to earn up to 6 free credits. 

Transfer Students:
Contact us directly at eof@camden.rutgers.edu

Educational Opportunity Fund Program (EOF) student sitting on bench in the campus quad
EOF seminar

Rutgers-Camden EOF

What We Offer

  • 1:1 Counseling
  • Cohort Peer Support
  • Academic Coaching
  • Academic Enrichment
  • Financial Literacy
  • Winter and Summer Course Support*
  • Workshops
  • School Supplies
  • Laptops*
  • Grant Aid up to $1950 per year (up to $975 per semester)

*subject to change based on availability of the Grant

Am I eligible?

To be eligible for the EOF program, a student must:

•  Be a Resident of New Jersey for 12 months immediately preceding enrollment

•  Demonstrate and educational need have a financial limited income

•  Meet state income eligibility criteria income eligibility criteria

•  Meet admissions criteria as set by Rutgers University-Camden