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Ramapo College scholarships are merit-based opportunities, meaning they are offered to students based on their academic and personal achievements, not financial need. Scholarship awards are offered in a wide range of amounts and are awarded for four years. The scholarship deadline for the Fall 2026 application cycle is December 15, 2025. We strongly encourage all student to complete the FAFSA<\/a> as part of their application process to Ramapo College.<\/p>\n

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Scholarships for First-Year Students<\/h3>\n

Merit-Based Scholarships for First-Year Students for Fall 2026<\/h4>\n

Ramapo College automatically considers all first-year (freshmen) applicants for a merit-based scholarship.<\/p>\n

First-year applicants are considered for merit-based scholarships based on academic performance and their potential to become active members of our community. All aspects of a student\u2019s application are considered including extra-curricular activities, but limited funding and a large number of applications makes our scholarship awards highly competitive. A recommended GPA of 3.5 or higher is encouraged to be eligible for consideration, along with a rigorous HS course schedule.<\/p>\n

Ramapo College is test-optional for all programs, except our\u00a0Articulation Programs<\/a> (Biology\/Dental-LECOM, Biology\/Optometry-SUNY Optometry, Biology\/Osteopathy-LECOM, and Biology\/Pharmacy-LECOM). If you choose to submit an SAT or ACT score, please indicate that on your application. If you choose not to submit, we will review your application holistically using other documents and submitted materials. Students not eligible for these biology related articulation programs will be evaluated for admissions to a generic Biology\/Pre-Med major at Ramapo.<\/p>\n

Scholarship awards are disbursed in various amounts over four years provided that students maintain the required number of credits, grade point average and good social standing. Unfortunately, due to an increase in applications and limited funding, the College may be unable to offer all students with the above criteria a merit-based scholarship.<\/p>\n

To be considered for a merit-based scholarship, students must submit their application by the priority deadline,\u00a0December 15, 2025 <\/strong>and all required credentials\u00a0must be received\u00a0no later than January 3, 2026<\/strong>. No separate application is necessary. An interview may be required upon review of credentials.<\/p>\n

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Scholarships for Transfer Students<\/h3>\n

Merit-Based Scholarships for New Jersey Community College Transfer Students for Fall 2026<\/h4>\n

Qualified applicants must meet the following criteria:<\/span><\/p>\n