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New Jersey Policy Lab: Newark Community-Based Organizers’ Perspectives on Planning for the Future, College Enrollment Trends, and Supports

By Bernie Lombardi, Ph.D., Betsy Kim, Ph.D., Robyn Ince, Ed.M. In partnership with the New Jersey Policy Lab, NCLC is researching obstacles to college enrollment faced by youth in Newark. A blog post detailing insights from Community-Based Organizers can be read...

New Jersey Policy Lab: How Can Institutions and Communities Work Together to Reengage “COVID-Disconnected” College Students?

By Robyn Ince, Ed.M., Elisabeth Kim, Ph.D., and Bernie Lombardi, Ph.D. In partnership with the New Jersey Policy Lab, NCLC is researching obstacles to college enrollment faced by youth in Newark. Read about the background of the project and key questions here.

What is the FAFSA? (And other Financial Aid Terms)

The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA®) is a form used to be considered for financial aid for school. Though it is provided through an office of the US Department of Education, Federal Student Aid, the form is the key for students to be considered for...

Perceptions of Financial Aid Options in Newark, NJ

New Jersey offers a comprehensive package of financial aid support for low-income families in the state. In order to take advantage of these opportunities, students must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) or the New Jersey Alternative...

Newark FAFSA Challenge

The Newark FAFSA Challenge, launched in Fall of 2019, is an initiative to help Newark high school seniors complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) or the New Jersey Alternative Financial Aid Application for New Jersey Dreamers. We are committed to...

Inside Higher Ed Covers NJ Policy Lab Report

The report released by NCLC, the Joseph C. Cornwall Center, and the NJ Policy Lab can be read here.

NCLC Executive Director Robyn Ince Testifies Joint Committee on The Public Schools Meeting

In June 2023, NCLC's E.D. Robyn Ince testified before the Joint Committee on The Public Schools Meeting. Read the transcript here.

NCLC featured in NJ Business Magazine

George N. Silba writes about NCLC and other entities in Organizations Committed to Enhancing Newark.

[Past Event] Making College Affordable: How To Read Award Letters and Choose The Best Financial Aid Package For You! (3/22/2023) @ Main Library

Click here to register!   Are you graduating high school, a GED Recipient, or planning to head to college this fall? Join representatives from the ALI YMS College Success Centers, The Newark Public Library, and Newark City of Learning Collaborative to learn how...

[Past Event] Making College Affordable: How To Read Award Letters and Choose The Best Financial Aid Package For You! (3/15/2023) @ Springfield

Click here to register! Are you graduating high school, a GED Recipient, or planning to head to college this fall? Join representatives from the ALI YMS College Success Centers, The Newark Public Library, and Newark City of Learning Collaborative to learn how to get...