Scholarships
Middlesex College Foundation Scholarships
The Middlesex College Foundation awards funding to over 450 students each year. Most students qualify for consideration for more than one scholarship. Our scholarships come from a variety of sources and donors, and are awarded based on very diverse eligibility criteria.
Middlesex College Foundation’s mission is to help students open doors to their future with financial aid, scholarships and educational resources. Our goal is to provide students with the opportunity to achieve their personal, academic and professional goals.
The Middlesex College Foundation offers over 150 different scholarship opportunities, with many awarded to multiple recipients. Don’t miss out on these tremendous resources.
Scholarship recipients represent the diversity of our county and span all majors – business, engineering, health and sciences, liberal arts, and more. Explore our scholarships and see for yourself.
Applying for a Middlesex College Foundation Scholarship
One scholarship application is the pathway to all available scholarships. The system will review your answers to determine all scholarships for which you qualify. Many scholarships have multiple awardees; however, please be aware that just because you qualify for a scholarship does not mean you will automatically be awarded. There are more applicants than there is funding.
Be sure to complete every question and provide thorough answers in any essay questions. The more detail you provide, the more application reviewers have to base their decision on.
Some scholarships have additional questions once you complete and submit your application. Please make sure to check your AwardSpring dashboard for any outstanding follow-ups. This ensures you are applied to every scholarship you are eligible for.
For information on applying, see the option below. A new scholarship cycle opens each fall. Students must reapply every academic year.
Application Timeline
- Fall Semester: Opens April 1; Closes June 15
- Spring Semester: Opens October 1; Closes December 15
Note: Scholarships are awarded on a rolling basis, so it is most beneficial to apply early.
Directions for Credit-Seeking Students Applying for the First Time
If it is your first time entering the AwardSpring site, be sure that you are registered for the upcoming semester and that 24 hours have passed since your registration. You must be a registered student to apply for a Middlesex College Foundation Scholarship.
To log in for the first time, use your Middlesex College email and click on “Set Your Password” to get started.
Only submitted applications will be evaluated for awards. Remember to hit the Submit button to complete your application. Please be aware, just because you qualify for a scholarship does not mean you will automatically be awarded. There are more applicants than there is funding.
Directions for Credit-Seeking Students Reapplying
If you completed an application for Fall, you do not need to complete an application for Spring. You can update your application anytime before December 1.
Sign into the system using your college email and the scholarship password you selected when you first applied or use the “Forgot password” link to reset your password. Once you have logged in to your AwardSpring dashboard, click on Application on the far left to begin making updates.
You must be a registered student to apply for a Middlesex College Foundation Scholarship.
For questions regarding the application process and access to the software email: scholarships@middlesexcc.edu
For questions regarding financial aid packages and final scholarship awards email: financial_aid@middlesexcc.edu
Note: Middlesex College Foundation scholarships can only be applied to student accounts. Scholarships cannot fund above and beyond tuition and fees, including all applied financial aid. Final scholarship awards are determined by the Financial Aid Office and may change based on state and federal assistance.
Non-Credit Scholarships
Scholarships are not just for students seeking a college degree. We offer scholarships for individuals interested in training for a job or learning a new skill through our many Workforce Development and Lifelong Learning programs.
How to Apply
- Contact the Workforce Development & Lifelong Learning (WDLL) department at 732.906.2556 or CE_registration@middlesexcc.edu to receive a code to apply for non-credit scholarships.
- Go to the AwardSpring page for Prospective Students
- If this is your first time applying, scroll down and select “Register”
- Once logged in, select “Apply” (next to Special Application for Non-Degree Seeking Students)
- Enter the code provided by WDLL (see Step 1)
- Complete the application
NJ STARS
The New Jersey Student Tuition Assistance Reward Scholarship (NJ STARS) program is an initiative created by the State of New Jersey that provides New Jersey’s highest achieving students with free tuition at their home county college. The NJ STARS award covers the cost of tuition, less any State and/or Federal grants and scholarships, for up to five semesters. The award covers these charges for up to 18 credit hours per semester. Students must rank in the top 15% of their high school class in either their Junior or Senior Year. Completing the FAFSA application is required.