It is the mission of the NJCAA to foster a national program of athletic participation in an environment that supports equitable opportunities consistent with the educational objectives of member colleges. These are two-year colleges which award associate degrees and transfer credits to four-year institutions. Each year more than 20,000 student-athletes have the opportunity to play college sports at NJCAA member institutions.
Division I and II NJCAA Members do offer athletic scholarships. However, just like within the NCAA, Division III member schools cannot offer athletic aid: