FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ABOUT
THE KEAN NSF CS SCHOLARSHIP

How do I apply for a Kean NSF CS Scholarship?

Please see the Application section of this web site.

Who is eligible for a Kean NSF CS Scholarship?

Scholarship eligibility criteria are outlined in the Requirements section of this web site.

Do I need to complete a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)?

Yes, you must have a demonstrated financial need to be eligible for a CSMP scholarship. Financial need (FN) is determined by Kean cost of attendance (COA) and your estimated family contribution (EFC) as follows: FN = COA - EFC. Please refer to the Kean Office of Financial Aid for more information.

How much funding can I receive from the Kean NSF CS Scholarship program?

You can receive up to $8,500 per year, for a maximum of three years. Specific scholarship amount will be determined by the amount of federal financial aid for which you qualify. If you enter this scholarship program in your sophomore year and qualify for the full amount ($8,500) every year while meeting scholarship eligibility requirements, it is possible that you will receive a total of $25,500 over three years.
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What can the Kean NSF CS Scholarship money be applied to?

Scholarship funds can be used for educational expenses such as tuition, books, and room and board

Can this scholarship be renewed?

Yes, the scholarship can be renewed. Performance and eligibility of all scholars will be reviewed every semester. Upon a successful review, scholarships will be renewed for the next semester for a total of up to three years.

Can I receive this scholarship for a summer semester?

No, this scholarship is only available in fall and spring semesters.

Can I receive other scholarships and financial aid if I receive a Kean NSF CS Scholarship?

Yes. Receipt of this scholarship does not prevent you from obtaining other scholarships offered by Kean University or other scholarship providers. However, there is a possibility that loans and other federal funding you receive may be reduced.

Once I receive the scholarship, what do I have to do as a Kean NSF CS Scholar?

1. Meet all requirements of the scholarship renewal criteria;
2. Meet with your designated Kean CS faculty mentor on a monthly basis;
3. Regularly attend meeting of Kean CS scholars, participate in professional development activities and periodic program assessment.