Tuition Assistance

RETURNING FAMILIES who are currently receiving tuition assistance (or have previously applied in 2024) will receive an email with instructions on how to re-apply with a special link to access the on line application. Returning families MUST USE THE EMAIL WITH THE UNIQUE APPLICATION LINK FOR YOUR FAMILY. Do not re-apply through the NEW APPLICANT link. This will create a duplicate record in our system and the processing of the application will be delayed.

NEW APPLICANTS who are applying for the very first time should visit the PARENT PORTAL on our website at www.sficnj.org and create an account as a new family. When creating your account be aware that SFIC does not have access to your password so be diligent and save the information where you can readily gain access to it. You will be using this annually when you re-apply.

The applications for the 2025-2026 school year will be available on the www.sficnj.org website PARENT PORTAL beginning February 1, 2025. The application may only be filled out and submitted on-line and will be considered complete once ALL REQUIRED DOCUMENTS are submitted. Any applications received without the proper financial documentation by the May 1, 2025 deadline date will not be considered.

All applications must include the following REQUIRED DOCUMENTS (we cannot accept any financial forms/taxes from prior years or tax transcripts) a copy of signed 2024 Federal 1040 form and all 2024 W-2 forms (and Schedule C/Schedule 1 if business/other income is reported on the Federal 1040 form) for all family members included as part of your household on the application. A $30 non-refundable fee payable to SFIC is required. The Federal 1040 form must include the name(s) of each child for whom you are requesting assistance. If appropriate, you should also include copies of Unemployment, Child Support, Public Assistance, and Social Security benefits.

 All applicants must provide a valid email address.

Yes. Families must requalify and submit an application annually for the SFIC tuition assistance, regardless of whether they are currently receiving or have been past recipients of an award. Families must also supply the most current financial documentation with their application every year. If you applied within the last year (whether you received an award or not) you will receive an email with a special link for you to access the application. Please check with our office at 973 497-4283 to make sure the email on file is the correct one. Do not use the link on the website for new applicants as it will delay the process.