We understand that an informed enrollment decision involves several factors and can generate many questions before the deposit deadline. Please use this website as a resource, and don’t hesitate to contact TCNJ’s community members; we’re here to help!
Important Dates
In the coming months, you will receive more information from Undergraduate Admissions, the Office of Student Transitions, Student Health Services, and other TCNJ departments. This information will highlight deadlines, event dates, and other action items for students starting at TCNJ in the spring or fall of 2025, so keep a close eye on your inbox and mailbox! We will post some of this information below as it is released. You are also encouraged to contact the TCNJ offices highlighted on our Helpful Links page, as they will serve as valuable resources for you.
Spring 2025 New Students:
- As Soon As Possible –
- Log in to your Admitted Student Portal and tap into a growing number of resources that will inform your decision.
- Connect with Student Financial Assistance to ensure that your FAFSA data is loaded and processed.
- November 22, 2024 – Spring 2025 Housing Application opens; room selection dates will be assigned in mid-December.
- January 10, 2025 – Enrollment Deposit due; deposit amount is outlined in your application portal decision letter.
- January 15, 2025 – Student Pre-Entrance Health Requirements due
- January 23-25, 2025 – Winter Student Orientation
- January 27, 2025 – First Day of Classes
Fall 2025 New Students:
- As Soon As Possible –
- Log in to your Admitted Student Portal and tap into a growing number of resources that will inform your decision.
- February 15, 2025 – FAFSA Submission Priority Deadline
- Estimated financial aid offer emails will be sent in late March.
- April 5, 2025 – Accepted Students Day at TCNJ! Registration is now open and a session schedule will be posted in March.
- May 1, 2025 – Enrollment Deposit due; deposit amount is outlined in your application portal decision letter.
- May 5, 2025 – 2025-2026 Housing Application opens; room selection dates will be assigned in late June.
- July 1, 2025 – Fall 2025 Student Pre-Entrance Health Requirements due
- July 16-24, 2025 – First-Year Student Orientation
- August 22-25, 2025 – Welcome Week
- August 26, 2025 – First Day of Classes
Accepted Students Day [Fall 2025 applicants only]
Save the date for TCNJ’s Accepted Students Day on Saturday, April 5th! We’ll offer a full schedule of sessions, tours, panels, and resources to help you feel connected to all that TCNJ’s undergraduate experience offers. Take advantage of this unique opportunity to connect with other accepted students. While not required, our Accepted Students Day page allows you to register for the event; all accepted students will receive notification when a final, detailed schedule has posted on the site above.
Accepted Student Events
You’ll find a comprehensive calendar of events for accepted students on the Events tab in your Admitted Student Portal. We especially encourage you to join us for:
- Accepted Students Day – Saturday, April 5th
- Understanding Cost of Attendance at TCNJ virtual session (register through your Admitted Student Portal)
- Thursday, March 20th at 7pm
- Tuesday, April 15th at 7pm
Financial Aid
An undergraduate degree is a significant investment in your future. Fortunately, TCNJ is consistently recognized as one of the best colleges for your money. If you haven’t done so, submit your FAFSA as soon as possible and include TCNJ’s Federal School Code: 002642. *Estimated award letters will be posted in late March for those students who submit the FAFSA and include all required information. TCNJ’s Office of Student Financial Assistance can be reached at osfa@tcnj.edu or 609-771-2211. Check your TCNJ portal to make sure all required information has been submitted to be reviewed for financial aid eligibility.
Veterans
TCNJ is honored to enroll our military veterans. Please review this First-Year Student or Transfer Student website for more information about the various funding sources available for veterans who attend TCNJ.
Virtual Tour & Mobile Tour App
We understand that some students or their family members may be unable to visit the campus or join us for a scheduled event. While it’s incredibly difficult to capture the warmth and beauty of TCNJ’s campus on-screen, we’ve done our best to do so through our Virtual Tour. Or you can explore the campus on your own, using our new Mobile Tour App!
Enroll at TCNJ
We’re thrilled you’ll be joining us!
» Make your non-refundable enrollment deposit through the TCNJ PAWS system
» View the step-by-step enrollment deposit instructions
Questions about accessing your TCNJ Application Portal and (for admitted students) the PAWS system can be directed to the Office of Admissions at admiss@tcnj.edu or 609-771-2131.