EOF Regulations Definitions

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Which scholarship program is named after C. Clyde Ferguson?

EOF Executive Director Scholarship

Ferguson Scholarship

Martin Luther King Physician-Dentist Scholarship

Clyde Ferguson Law Scholarship (correct)

What is the definition of 'college credit' according to the text?

A unit associated with the completion of a high school level course

A unit associated with the completion of a graduate level course

A unit associated with the completion of a college level course (correct)

A unit associated with the completion of a vocational course

What is the definition of 'EOF' according to the text?

The New Jersey Office of the Secretary of Higher Education

The New Jersey Department of Labor

The New Jersey Redevelopment Authority

The New Jersey Educational Opportunity Fund Program (correct)

What is the definition of 'first-generation college student' according to the text?

An applicant whose parents or parent did not complete a baccalaureate degree Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of 'first-year student' according to the text?

A student who has earned less than 24 college credits Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of 'high-distress area' according to the text?

An area characterized by low or substandard housing, low income, high unemployment, population decline, and residents receiving welfare Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of 'labor surplus area' according to the text?

An area with an unemployment rate of at least 20 percent above the national average for the previous two calendar years Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the winter program?

To offer enrichment activities during the winter session Signup and view all the answers

What does the EOF program provide access to?

Higher education Signup and view all the answers

What does the Fund seek to maximize for EOF students?

Educational opportunities Signup and view all the answers

What does the Fund attempt to make college affordable for?

Students with low income Signup and view all the answers

What does the chapter govern in relation to EOF grants?

Awarding of both undergraduate and graduate grants Signup and view all the answers

What does the chapter govern in relation to institutional programs?

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

What is a requirement for institutions participating in the EOF program?

Participating in Title IV Federal student aid programs Signup and view all the answers

What is not a basis for discrimination in recruitment and admissions practices?

Socioeconomic status Signup and view all the answers

What does the Fund provide support for?

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

What does 'Master contract' refer to?

An agreement between the Office of the Secretary Higher Education and individual New Jersey institutions of higher education Signup and view all the answers

What does 'Need' mean?

The difference between total educational expenses and what a student or student's family is expected to contribute Signup and view all the answers

What does 'NJ GEAR UP State project/New Jersey College Bound Grant Program' refer to?

Any Federally funded New Jersey State project administered by the Office of the Secretary of Higher Education under the Gaining Early Awareness and Readiness for Undergraduate Programs Signup and view all the answers

What does 'NJ GEAR UP/NJ College Bound grant program/TRIO support-services-only (NJGEARUP/NJ College Bound/TRIO/SSO) student' refer to?

An NJ GEAR UP State project, NJ College Bound grant program graduate, or a New Jersey resident who is unable to demonstrate financial eligibility for an initial Article III student grant Signup and view all the answers

What does 'Office of the Secretary of Higher Education' mean?

The State-level planning and coordinating agency for higher education or its successor office Signup and view all the answers

What does 'Part-time student' mean?

A student who is enrolled for a minimum of six credits but no more than eleven credits Signup and view all the answers

What does 'Participating institution' mean?

A New Jersey institution of higher education that is licensed by the New Jersey Office of the Secretary of Higher Education and has entered into a contractual relationship with the Office of the Secretary of Higher Education to provide an EOF undergraduate, graduate, and/or summer program for eligible students Signup and view all the answers

What does 'Allocation' mean?

The distribution of funds for campus programs and student grants Signup and view all the answers

What is the meaning of 'Article III' in the context?

A financial aid grant for eligible students Signup and view all the answers

What is the meaning of 'Article IV' in the context?

A grant allocated to a college or university to provide program support services Signup and view all the answers

Who appoints the New Jersey Educational Opportunity Fund Board of Directors?

The Governor Signup and view all the answers

What does 'Board' refer to in the context?

The New Jersey Educational Opportunity Fund Board of Directors Signup and view all the answers

What are the funding categories for the allocation of funds?

Summer Program Article III undergraduate, Academic Year Article III undergraduate, Academic Year Article III graduate, Summer Program Article IV undergraduate, Academic Year Article IV, Winter Session Article III undergraduate, Winter session Article IV undergraduate, and special project funding Signup and view all the answers

What is another term used to refer to 'Article III'?

Opportunity Grants Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

C. Clyde Ferguson Scholarship Program

Scholarship program named after C. Clyde Ferguson focuses on increasing access to higher education.

Definitions

College Credit: Academic recognition for completed coursework, contributing to degree requirements.
EOF (Educational Opportunity Fund): A program designed to provide access to higher education for economically disadvantaged students in New Jersey.
First-Generation College Student: An individual whose parents did not complete a bachelor's degree, indicating that they are the first in their family to pursue higher education.
First-Year Student: A student enrolled in their initial year of college or university, typically referred to as a freshman.
High-Distress Area: A geographic region experiencing economic hardship, often indicated by high unemployment rates or low income.
Labor Surplus Area: A region where there is an excess of labor supply compared to available job opportunities.

EOF Program

Winter Program Purpose: Designed to enhance academic preparation and support for EOF students during the winter session.
Access for EOF Students: Provides support services, which include academic advising, mentoring, and financial aid resources.
Maximizing Potential: The Fund seeks to optimize academic performance and personal development for EOF students.
Affordability Goal: The Fund aims to make college financially accessible for low-income students.

Regulations and Governance

Chapter Governance of EOF Grants: Establishes the guidelines and administration of grants awarded under the EOF.
Institutional Programs Guidelines: Sets criteria that participating institutions must follow to aid EOF students effectively.
Institution Requirements: To participate in the EOF program, institutions must meet specific eligibility criteria and demonstrate commitment to supporting EOF students.

Recruitment and Admissions

Non-Discrimination Basis: Factors such as race, gender, or economic status are not used for discrimination in recruitment and admissions practices.
Fund Support: The Fund provides supportive resources tailored to the needs of EOF students, ensuring their academic success.

Contract and Needs Definitions

Master Contract: A formal agreement outlining the terms and conditions between the Fund and participating institutions.
Need: Financial requirement determined by the difference between the cost of attendance and the family's ability to contribute.

Programs and Designations

NJ GEAR UP State Project/New Jersey College Bound Grant Program: An initiative aimed at increasing college readiness for low-income students in New Jersey.
NJ GEAR UP/NJ College Bound Grant Program/TRIO Support-Services-Only Student: A designation for students receiving additional support services through the TRIO program focused on college access.

Administrative Structures

Office of the Secretary of Higher Education: A state agency responsible for overseeing higher education policies and programs in New Jersey.
Part-Time Student: A student enrolled in fewer credits than considered full-time, usually taking less than 12 credits per semester.
Participating Institution: A college or university that engages in the EOF program and adheres to its guidelines.

Financial Management

Allocation: The process of distributing funds or resources among various programs or institutions based on established criteria.
Article III Meaning: Typically refers to the specific sections of an educational policy or governing document outlining responsibilities and definitions.
Article IV Meaning: Often denotes another section of a policy document detailing the structure or operations of specific programs.

Oversight and Funding

Board Appointment: The New Jersey Educational Opportunity Fund Board of Directors is appointed by designated state officials or agencies.
Board Reference: Refers to the governing entity overseeing the EOF program and ensuring compliance with state regulations.
Funding Categories: Include various classifications for the distribution of funds within educational programs aimed at supporting specific populations of students.
Another Term for Article III: Refers to specific programming or funding allocations within the EOF framework.

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