The New Jersey Association for College Admission Counseling is pleased to announce that financial support is now available to NJACAC members who assist students in the transition to college. The available funds are intended to provide assistance to members who might otherwise be unable to participate in professional development opportunities. Funds CANNOT be utilized to cover registration costs (only transportation and lodging). Grants are available to attend any one of the following events:
NJACAC ANNUAL CONFERENCE, May 20-21, 2024, Harrah's Resort & Casino, Atlantic City, NJ
NACAC GUIDING THE WAY TO INCLUSION CONFERENCE, July 30-August 1, 2024, New Orleans, LA
NACAC NATIONAL CONFERENCE, September 26-28, 2024, Los Angeles, CA
Grants will be awarded as follows:
1. Recipient(s) is chosen after submitting an application and meeting all stated criteria.
2. Grants are received in the form of reimbursement up to the amount awarded. Receipts and proof of attendance should be documented on the NJACAC reimbursement form and submitted to NJACAC after the event.
3. Members are NOT ELIGIBLE to receive a grant award from NJACAC for two (2) consecutive years.
4. Preference will be given to counselors working with underrepresented populations in college admissions.
5. Preference will be given to those who have never received a grant before, or have never attended one of the events.
In addition to the application below, candidates MUST submit:
1. Written approval from their immediate supervisor to attend the requested conference.
2. Verification of your employer's willingness to cover all or partial costs of attendance or a statement of your own intention to pay for any costs not covered by the grant award.
These materials should be scanned & emailed to (paper submissions WILL NOT be accepted): president@njacac.org
Application Deadline: March 31, 2024
Please note: Name and email address on grant application below must be the same as your NJACAC membership registration.