We know that applying for financial aid can be overwhelming. That’s why we’ve assembled these video tutorials, grouped by topic, to help you navigate the process.
And if you still have questions, remember that we’re here to help.
Getting Started
How to Pay for School: A General Guide
Topics covered:
- Complete the federal loan process (FAFSA)
- Complete to-do list items on PAWS
- Report private scholarships
- View financial aid
- Set up authorized users
- Look at the cost of attendance
- View your bill on PAWS
- Fill the gap
- Important dates
Types of Financial Aid: Part 1
Topics covered:
- Grants (federal grants, New Jersey aid)
- Scholarships (TCNJ Merit Scholarships, private scholarships)
- Federal Work-Study (FWS) program
Types of Financial Aid: Part 2
Topics covered:
- Federal loans
- Alternative loans
- Important dates
First-Generation College Students: Helpful Information
Topics covered:
- General timeline
- Appointments available
- NJ state aid information
- Payment plans
Transfer Students: Helpful Information
Topics covered:
- Academic level status
- Fall vs. spring transfers
In-Depth Tutorials
How to Complete the Aid Process
Topics covered:
- To-do list items on PAWS
- Example to-do list items
- Completing the federal loan process
- After your to-do list items are completed (finalizing your award)
Alternative Loans
Topics covered:
- Loan options
- Alternative loans
- Private loans
- NJCLASS loan
- Federal Direct Parent PLUS Loan
- Certifying student loans
- Loan disbursement
Estimated Awards: New Incoming Students
Topics covered:
- What is an estimated award?
- Estimated award email
- Estimated award login
- How to view the estimated award on PAWS
- The College Financing Plan
- Next steps
How to View Financial Aid
Topics covered:
- How to know if you’ve received aid
- How to view financial aid on PAWS
- How to accept or decline awards
The College Financing Plan
Topics covered:
- General information
- How to find the College Financing Plan
- Breakdown of each section
How to Interpret Pending Financial Aid in PAWS
Topics covered:
- How to know if you’ve received aid
- How to view financial aid on PAWS
- How to accept or decline awards
Authorized User Access
Topics covered:
- What is authorized user access?
- How to set it up
- Screenshots to navigate the PAWS system
Breakdown of Cost of Attendance
Topics covered:
- Cost of attendance
- Direct vs. indirect costs
- COA provided online
- College Financing Plan
- Filling the gap
Student Accounts Tutorials
View PAWS Tutorials regarding billing, payments, and auxiliary access.