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πŸ§’ Head Start Program in The College of New Jersey, Mercer County, New Jersey β€” 2026

Eligibility, income limits, local offices and how to apply for The College of New Jersey residents

Free preschool programMax Benefit
1-866-763-6481Helpline
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100% FPLFPL Threshold
πŸ“Š 2026 Income Limits β€” The College of New Jersey, New Jersey
Household SizeMonthly LimitAnnual Limit
1 person$1,632/mo$19,578/yr
2 people$2,215/mo$26,572/yr
3 people$2,798/mo$33,566/yr
4 people ← typical$3,482/mo$41,782/yr
5 people$4,065/mo$48,778/yr
6 people$4,648/mo$55,774/yr
7 people$5,231/mo$62,770/yr
8 people$5,814/mo$69,766/yr

Source: HHS Federal Poverty Guidelines 2026. Effective January 2026.

πŸ“ How to Apply β€” The College of New Jersey, New Jersey
1
Check Eligibility
Income at or below 100% FPL. Family of 4 in The College of New Jersey: $3,482/month in 2026.
2
Apply Online β€” Fastest
Visit eclkc.ohs.acf.hhs.gov/center-locator β€” available 24/7.
3
Apply by Phone β€” 1-866-763-6481
Call Mon–Fri business hours for The College of New Jersey residents.
4
Apply In-Person β€” Mercer County Office
Visit offices near The College of New Jersey. Walk-ins accepted.
πŸ“‹ Documents Required β€” The College of New Jersey
  • Child birth certificate
  • Proof of income
  • Proof of residency
  • Immunization records
❓ FAQs β€” Head Start Program in The College of New Jersey
Who qualifies for Head Start Program in The College of New Jersey, New Jersey?
Residents of The College of New Jersey, Mercer County, New Jersey with income at or below 100% FPL. Family of 4: $3,482/month. Call 1-866-763-6481.
How to apply for Head Start Program in The College of New Jersey?
Apply online at eclkc.ohs.acf.hhs.gov/center-locator, call 1-866-763-6481, or visit Mercer County office.
Is there a Head Start Program office in The College of New Jersey?
The nearest office is in Mercer County. Visit office locator for exact address and hours.
πŸ”” New Jersey Alerts 2026
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