EOF Eligibility

To participate in the Bloomfield College Educational Opportunity Fund (EOF) program, students must provide appropriate documentation and meet the following eligibility requirements. Please carefully read through all the criteria carefully:

• Must submit a Bloomfield College Application, high school transcript and two letters of recommendation. SAT and/or ACT scores are optional.
• Must complete an EOF Application.
• Must meet the academic criteria set by the EOF Program.
• Must be a New Jersey resident 12 consecutive months prior to receiving the award.
• Must demonstrate an educationally and economically disadvantaged background.
• Must meet the gross income and asset guidelines established by the New Jersey Office of the Secretary of Higher Education/EOF Board of Directors.
• Provide proof of historical poverty; a minimum of at least 2 years of financial documents.
• Must file a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) (Bloomfield College Federal School ID 002597). NJDreamers should complete the New Jersey Alternative Financial Aid Application
• Must be interviewed by a member of the EOF team.
• Each student will be looked upon on a case by case basis

Transfer Students

• Must complete an application for admission and submit official transcripts from each college or university previously attended.
• Must complete an EOF application.
• Must meet the gross income and asset guidelines established by the New Jersey Office of the Secretary of Higher Education/EOF Board of Directors. and provide proof of historical poverty.
• Must file a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) (Bloomfield College Federal School ID 002597). NJDreamers should complete the New Jersey Alternative Financial Aid Application
• Must meet with an EOF team member.

2023-24 EOF Income Eligibility Scale with Asset Cap Calculation

**In order for students to qualify for New Jersey State aid, upon request, applicants must provide proof of verifiable income, such as U.S. Tax return transcripts, IRS wage statements, or proof of income through a federal or state agency, i.e. TANF, SSI, SNAP, etc.

1. Complete your New Jersey Financial Aid System "TO DO List" for State Grants and Scholarships.
2. The EOF grant will be added to your student account once you have submitted all documents requested to by the Office of Student Financial Services and they can verify that your income & assets meet state requirements.

Verification Process

For assistance, please contact your EOF Counselor or Ms. Eloise Murray