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These resources – like the public health crisis itself – are constantly evolving and are only current as to the date of publication. This page was last updated on August 21, 2020.

For more up-to-date information on the relief programs available in New Jersey, we recommend that you visit the Department of Human Services or the governor's COVID-19 Resources website

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Description of Program and Relief

Financial Assistance for Student Loan Payments for Individuals Affected by the COVID-19 Epidemic

To help with the financial impacts of COVID-19, the New Jersey Higher Education Student Assistance Authority (HESAA) is offering assistance to those who need help making regular payments on their NJCLASS student loans offered by HESAA. Specifically, HESAA is offering relief for individuals facing a diminished income as a result of temporary disability due to contracting COVID-19, unemployment as a result of the COVID-19 epidemic, or other financial hardship caused by the COVID-19 epidemic.

Government or Lead Agency

New Jersey Department of Community Affairs, Division of Housing and Community Resources

Dates Available

March 19, 2020, continuing indefinitely

Eligibility Requirements/Restrictions

Must be able to demonstrate temporary disability due to illness from COVID-19, unemployment as a result of the COVID-19 epidemic or other financial hardship caused by the COVID-19 epidemic.

Application Deadlines (If Applicable)

N/A

Contact for More Information

Applications for financial assistance based on the different eligibility criteria are available here:

List of Additional Information

More information about the relief offered is available here.


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