New Resource for College Students

There’s a new resource out there for NJ college students who may need assistance with food, housing, transportation, and other matters. BasicNeeds.NJ.gov is the new site to find centralized information, including eligibility requirements and application processes for college students seeking State assistance. This website is a free tool for New Jersey college students, residents, and institutions of higher education. Although this website is designed to connect college students to basic needs supports, all New Jersey residents can utilize and benefit from its resources.

To learn more, check out BasicNeeds.NJ.gov.

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