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Scholarships specifically for transfer students
Scholarships specifically for transfer students
| Scholarship Name | Criteria | How to Apply | Amount | Deadline | Remarks |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Honors Academic Achievement Awards | Incoming transfer students from four-year college/university or community college with 3.5 cumulative GPA or higher. | Contact the Honors College at 330-672-2312 for application. | $1,000 | Awards made on a rolling basis. | Preference will be given to students who have participated in an honors program at the college level. |
| Kent State Bound Scholarships | Incoming transfer students from Cuyahoga Community College,Lakeland Community College, and Lorain County Community Colleges. Students must have completed an associate’s degree or minimum of 30semester hours (45 quarter hours) at one of the above institutions and have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0. | Apply for admission to Kent State by deadline. | $1,000 per year, renewable for up to three years. Full-time enrollment and 3.0 GPA required. | Awarded on a rolling basis | Must be admitted to Kent State by the May 1 deadline to be considered. Full-time enrollment and 3.0 GPA required. |
| Phi Theta Kappa Scholarship | Incoming transfer students who are members of Phi Theta Kappa with a minimum 3.0 GPA. Students must have completed at least 30 semester or45 quarter hours to be considered. | Phi Theta Kappa Scholarship applications are available from the Admissions Office, Kent State University, P.O. Box 5190, Kent, OH44242. | $1,000, non-renewable | June 1 (Awarded to fall applicants only) | Part-time students and students with a bachelor’s degree are not eligible. |
| Minority Incentive Awards | Transfer students admitted with junior standing in a major and academic record. Must attend Kent Campus. | FAFSA required. | $2,000-$3,500 per year. Number awarded varies. | May 1 | Full-time enrollment (24 hours) and a 2.00 GPA are required for one renewal. Award can be used for a maximum of four semesters. |
| Departmental Scholarships | Academic record. | Check with the academic department for procedures. | Varies | Varies | Check with your academic department for any special scholarships. |
