Edgerton-Occidental Merit Scholarship
occidental-college
International
50000
$50,000 per year
Established in 2020 by Louise and Bradford Edgerton, the heads of the Edgerton Foundation, as a way for talented middle-class students, who otherwise could not afford a private liberal arts college, to be able to choose the school that best fits their needs and aspirations without tuition being the deciding factor. The Edgerton-Occidental Merit Scholarship is awarded annually in the amount of $50,000 to outstanding entering students who reside in California. Under this program, students selected as Edgerton-Occidental Merit Scholars are able to keep their prestigious scholarships—as long as they maintain a record of good standing—for each year of their Occidental education (for a total of up to $200,000).
https://www.oxy.edu/financial-aid
2026–27
Edgerton-Occidental Merit Scholarship
occidental-college
Out of state
50000
$50,000 per year
Established in 2020 by Louise and Bradford Edgerton, the heads of the Edgerton Foundation, as a way for talented middle-class students, who otherwise could not afford a private liberal arts college, to be able to choose the school that best fits their needs and aspirations without tuition being the deciding factor. The Edgerton-Occidental Merit Scholarship is awarded annually in the amount of $50,000 to outstanding entering students who reside in California. Under this program, students selected as Edgerton-Occidental Merit Scholars are able to keep their prestigious scholarships—as long as they maintain a record of good standing—for each year of their Occidental education (for a total of up to $200,000).
https://www.oxy.edu/financial-aid
2026–27
Edgerton-Occidental Merit Scholarship
occidental-college
In-state
50000
$50,000 per year
Established in 2020 by Louise and Bradford Edgerton, the heads of the Edgerton Foundation, as a way for talented middle-class students, who otherwise could not afford a private liberal arts college, to be able to choose the school that best fits their needs and aspirations without tuition being the deciding factor. The Edgerton-Occidental Merit Scholarship is awarded annually in the amount of $50,000 to outstanding entering students who reside in California. Under this program, students selected as Edgerton-Occidental Merit Scholars are able to keep their prestigious scholarships—as long as they maintain a record of good standing—for each year of their Occidental education (for a total of up to $200,000).
https://www.oxy.edu/financial-aid
2026–27
Commonwealth Transfer Scholarship
emerson-college
In-state
40000
Starting for new students in Fall 2026, the Commonwealth Transfer Scholarship recognizes Massachusetts community college graduates who have earned an associate’s degree with a minimum 3.0 GPA. Awarded at $40,000 per year ($20,000 per semester), this scholarship supports students as they take the next step in their academic journey at Emerson College. Recipients are required to enroll full time and maintain a minimum 3.0 GPA at Emerson to renew the scholarship annually.
3.0
https://www.emerson.edu/departments/financial-aid/new-undergraduate-students/how-apply/transfer-applicants
2026–27
Margaret Bundy Scott Scholarship
occidental-college
International
35000
up to $35,000 per year
Awarded up to $35,000 per year and are renewable for three additional years for a total of up to $140,000.
https://www.oxy.edu/financial-aid
2026–27
Margaret Bundy Scott Scholarship
occidental-college
Out of state
35000
up to $35,000 per year
Awarded up to $35,000 per year and are renewable for three additional years for a total of up to $140,000.
https://www.oxy.edu/financial-aid
2026–27
Margaret Bundy Scott Scholarship
occidental-college
In-state
35000
up to $35,000 per year
Awarded up to $35,000 per year and are renewable for three additional years for a total of up to $140,000.
https://www.oxy.edu/financial-aid
2026–27
Next Chapter Scholarship
emerson-college
In-state
30000
Starting for new students in Fall 2026, the Next Chapter Scholarship recognizes community college graduates from outside Massachusetts who have earned an associate’s degree with a minimum 3.0 GPA. Awarded at $30,000 per year ($15,000 per semester), this scholarship supports students as they begin their next chapter at Emerson College and Boston. Recipients are required to enroll full time and maintain a minimum 3.0 GPA at Emerson to renew the scholarship annually.
3.0
https://www.emerson.edu/departments/financial-aid/new-undergraduate-students/how-apply/transfer-applicants
2026–27
Silver Scholarship
bellarmine-university
International
28500
$22,500-$28,500
Bellarmine University offers the Silver Scholarship to eligible transfer students who have earned at least a 2.0 GPA. The award is automatically considered upon admission, requires full-time enrollment, and can be renewed each year as long as the student maintains satisfactory academic progress.
2.0
https://www.bellarmine.edu/admissions/transfer/transfer-scholarships.php
2026–27
Silver Scholarship
bellarmine-university
Out of state
28500
$22,500-$28,500
Bellarmine University offers the Silver Scholarship to eligible transfer students who have earned at least a 2.0 GPA. The award is automatically considered upon admission, requires full-time enrollment, and can be renewed each year as long as the student maintains satisfactory academic progress.
2.0
https://www.bellarmine.edu/admissions/transfer/transfer-scholarships.php
2026–27
Silver Scholarship
bellarmine-university
In-state
28500
$22,500-$28,500
Bellarmine University offers the Silver Scholarship to eligible transfer students who have earned at least a 2.0 GPA. The award is automatically considered upon admission, requires full-time enrollment, and can be renewed each year as long as the student maintains satisfactory academic progress.
2.0
https://www.bellarmine.edu/admissions/transfer/transfer-scholarships.php
2026–27
Undergraduate Dean's Awards
university-of-california-santa-cruz
International
27000
The awards range from $6,000 to $27,000 over two years.
These awards are intended to offset non-resident tuition and will be discontinued if the student becomes a California resident.
https://financialaid.ucsc.edu/who-is-aid-for/transfer-students/transfer-guide/
2026–27
Undergraduate Dean's Awards
university-of-california-santa-cruz
Out of state
27000
The awards range from $6,000 to $27,000 over two years.
These awards are intended to offset non-resident tuition and will be discontinued if the student becomes a California resident.
https://financialaid.ucsc.edu/who-is-aid-for/transfer-students/transfer-guide/
2026–27
Transfer Academic Excellence Scholarship
university-of-the-pacific
In-state
25000
$16,000 - $25,000
The university is pleased to offer merit scholarships to academically exceptional transfer (domestic and international) students who have at minimum 2.60 GPA and are accepted for admission as undergraduates. The Transfer Academic Excellence merit scholarship ranges in annual value from $16,000 to $25,000. Transfer merit scholarships are determined holistically, with factors such as transfer grade point average, curriculum rigor, commitment, extracurricular activities and obligations, leadership, and demonstrated interest all being factors.
2.60
https://www.pacific.edu/admission/transfer-veteran/academic-merit-scholarships
2026–27
Transfer Academic Excellence Scholarship
university-of-the-pacific
In-state
25000
$16,000 - $25,000
The university is pleased to offer merit scholarships to all transfer (domestic and international) students who have been accepted for admission as undergraduates. The Transfer Academic Excellence merit scholarship ranges in annual value from $16,000 to $25,000. Transfer merit scholarships are determined holistically, with factors such as transfer grade point average, curriculum rigor, commitment, extracurricular activities and obligations, leadership, and demonstrated interest all being factors.
https://www.pacific.edu/admission/transfer-veteran/academic-merit-scholarships
2026–27
Academic Merit Scholarship
university-of-denver
International
25000
$12,000 - $25,000
Academic performance at your previous institution(s) weighs heavily in awarding scholarships; this includes GPA, trends in grades, and difficulty of coursework. A college GPA of 3.3 or higher is considered competitive. These awards are automatically renewable each year if the student continues full time and remains in good academic standing.
3.3
https://www.du.edu/admission-aid/undergraduate/transfer-applicants
2026–27
Academic Merit Scholarship
university-of-denver
Out of state
25000
$12,000 - $25,000
Academic performance at your previous institution(s) weighs heavily in awarding scholarships; this includes GPA, trends in grades, and difficulty of coursework. A college GPA of 3.3 or higher is considered competitive. These awards are automatically renewable each year if the student continues full time and remains in good academic standing.
3.3
https://www.du.edu/admission-aid/undergraduate/transfer-applicants
2026–27
Academic Merit Scholarship
university-of-denver
In-state
25000
$12,000 - $25,000
Academic performance at your previous institution(s) weighs heavily in awarding scholarships; this includes GPA, trends in grades, and difficulty of coursework. A college GPA of 3.3 or higher is considered competitive. These awards are automatically renewable each year if the student continues full time and remains in good academic standing.
3.3
https://www.du.edu/admission-aid/undergraduate/transfer-applicants
2026–27
SMU Distinguished Scholarship
southern-methodist-university
International
25000
This scholarship is automatically awarded to students who have 24 transferable credits post high school graduation and a 3.7 GPA
3.7
https://www.smu.edu/admission/apply/transfer/scholarships
2026–27
SMU Distinguished Scholarship
southern-methodist-university
Out of state
25000
This scholarship is automatically awarded to students who have 24 transferable credits post high school graduation and a 3.7 GPA
3.7
https://www.smu.edu/admission/apply/transfer/scholarships
2026–27
SMU Distinguished Scholarship
southern-methodist-university
In-state
25000
This scholarship is automatically awarded to students who have 24 transferable credits post high school graduation and a 3.7 GPA
3.7
https://www.smu.edu/admission/apply/transfer/scholarships
2026–27
Trustee Scholarships
occidental-college
International
25000
$25,000 per year
Awarded in the amount of $25,000 per year and are renewable for three additional years for a total of up to $100,000.
https://www.oxy.edu/financial-aid
2026–27
Trustee Scholarships
occidental-college
Out of state
25000
$25,000 per year
Awarded in the amount of $25,000 per year and are renewable for three additional years for a total of up to $100,000.
https://www.oxy.edu/financial-aid
2026–27
Trustee Scholarships
occidental-college
In-state
25000
$25,000 per year
Awarded in the amount of $25,000 per year and are renewable for three additional years for a total of up to $100,000.
https://www.oxy.edu/financial-aid
2026–27
University of Pittsburgh Scholarship
university-of-pittsburgh
Out of state
22000
$14,000-$22,000
This scholarship is offered based on academic performance, strength of college-level coursework, and participation in extracurricular activities. A separate application is not required. Scholarships are awarded based on your submitted materials at the time of application.
https://financialaid.pitt.edu/transfer-students/
2026–27
University of Pittsburgh Scholarship
university-of-pittsburgh
In-state
22000
$14,000-$22,000
This scholarship is offered based on academic performance, strength of college-level coursework, and participation in extracurricular activities. A separate application is not required. Scholarships are awarded based on your submitted materials at the time of application.
https://financialaid.pitt.edu/transfer-students/
2026–27
Transfer Merit Scholarship – Tier 1
sweet-briar-college
Out of state
22000
$11,000 per year, renewable for a total of $22,000 over two years.
Awarded to out-of-state transfer students with a college GPA of 3.75 or higher. This merit-based scholarship recognizes strong academic achievement and is renewable for one additional year with continued good standing.
3.75
https://www.sbc.edu/financial-aid/scholarships-grants/
2026–27
Transfer Merit Scholarship – Tier 1
sweet-briar-college
In-state
22000
$11,000 per year, renewable for a total of $22,000 over two years.
Awarded to in-state transfer students with a college GPA of 3.75 or higher. This merit-based scholarship recognizes strong academic achievement and is renewable for one additional year with continued good standing.
3.75
https://www.sbc.edu/financial-aid/scholarships-grants/
2026–27
Karl S. Pister Leadership Opportunity Program
university-of-california-santa-cruz
In-state
20000
The nominations are reviewed by the Leadership Opportunity Awards Review Committee, and a student from each college will be nominated to receive up to $20,000 award ($10,000 awarded for two years).
The award recognizes students who have overcome adverse socioeconomic circumstances, who have a demonstrated commitment to assisting and improving the lives of others, and who might not otherwise be able to attend UCSC for financial reasons. Candidates are nominated by the presidents of each of the participating 13 regional community colleges including: Cabrillo College, Cañada College, College of San Mateo, De Anza College, Evergreen Valley College, Foothill College, Gavilan College, Hartnell College, Mission College, Monterey Peninsula College, San Jose City College, Skyline College, and West Valley College.
https://financialaid.ucsc.edu/who-is-aid-for/transfer-students/transfer-guide/
2026–27
SMU Second Century Scholarship
southern-methodist-university
International
20000
This scholarship is automatically awarded to students who have 24 transferable credits post high school graduation and a 3.5 GPA
3.5
https://www.smu.edu/admission/apply/transfer/scholarships
2026–27
SMU Second Century Scholarship
southern-methodist-university
Out of state
20000
This scholarship is automatically awarded to students who have 24 transferable credits post high school graduation and a 3.5 GPA
3.5
https://www.smu.edu/admission/apply/transfer/scholarships
2026–27
SMU Second Century Scholarship
southern-methodist-university
In-state
20000
This scholarship is automatically awarded to students who have 24 transferable credits post high school graduation and a 3.5 GPA
3.5
https://www.smu.edu/admission/apply/transfer/scholarships
2026–27
Merit Based Scholarships
saint-mary-s-college-of-california
International
20000
$16,000 - $20,000
Merit scholarships for transfer students are determined by a student’s official cumulative academic college GPA and are awarded at the time of acceptance. No additional forms are required to be considered.
https://www.stmarys-ca.edu/financial-aid/scholarships/transfer-student-scholarships
2026–27
Merit Based Scholarships
saint-mary-s-college-of-california
Out of state
20000
$16,000 - $20,000
Merit scholarships for transfer students are determined by a student’s official cumulative academic college GPA and are awarded at the time of acceptance. No additional forms are required to be considered.
https://www.stmarys-ca.edu/financial-aid/scholarships/transfer-student-scholarships
2026–27
Merit Based Scholarships
saint-mary-s-college-of-california
In-state
20000
$16,000 - $20,000
Merit scholarships for transfer students are determined by a student’s official cumulative academic college GPA and are awarded at the time of acceptance. No additional forms are required to be considered.
https://www.stmarys-ca.edu/financial-aid/scholarships/transfer-student-scholarships
2026–27
President’s Scholarships
occidental-college
International
20000
$20,000 per year
Awarded in the amount of $20,000 per year and are renewable for three additional years for a total of up to $80,000.
https://www.oxy.edu/financial-aid
2026–27
President’s Scholarships
occidental-college
Out of state
20000
$20,000 per year
Awarded in the amount of $20,000 per year and are renewable for three additional years for a total of up to $80,000.
https://www.oxy.edu/financial-aid
2026–27
President’s Scholarships
occidental-college
In-state
20000
$20,000 per year
Awarded in the amount of $20,000 per year and are renewable for three additional years for a total of up to $80,000.
https://www.oxy.edu/financial-aid
2026–27
The Arcadia University Distinguished Scholarship
arcadia-university
All students
20000
$10,000 - $20,000
Academic excellence, outstanding leadership, and community service
https://www.arcadia.edu/admissions/undergraduate/transfer/
2026–27
PRES20 Scholarship
american-university
In-state
20000
$20k/year
PRES20 Scholarship ($20k/year) Awarded to students with a GPA of 3.5+
3.5
https://www.american.edu/financialaid/transfer-scholarships.cfm
2026–27
European International Student Scholarship
hawai-i-pacific-university
International
19000
Students from Denmark, Sweden, Finland, Germany, Iceland, and the UK qualify for a yearly scholarship of $19,000.
https://www.hpu.edu/financial-aid/scholarships/new-undergraduate/index.html
2026–27
European International Student Scholarship
hawai-i-pacific-university
Out of state
19000
Students from Denmark, Sweden, Finland, Germany, Iceland, and the UK qualify for a yearly scholarship of $19,000.
https://www.hpu.edu/financial-aid/scholarships/new-undergraduate/index.html
2026–27
European International Student Scholarship
hawai-i-pacific-university
In-state
19000
Students from Denmark, Sweden, Finland, Germany, Iceland, and the UK qualify for a yearly scholarship of $19,000.
https://www.hpu.edu/financial-aid/scholarships/new-undergraduate/index.html
2026–27
Rwanda Tuition Advantage
university-of-arkansas-fayetteville
International
18948
$16,842 - $18,948
Citizen and Permanent resident of Rwanda. 80% reduction of out of state portion of tuition recieved upon admission. 90% reduction with a 3.2 or higher cumulative college GPA.
3.2
https://scholarships.uark.edu/transfer-scholarships/
2026–27
Panama Tutition Advantage
university-of-arkansas-fayetteville
International
18948
$16,842 - $18,948
Citizen and Permanent resident of Panama. 80% reduction of out of state portion of tuition recieved upon admission. 90% reduction with a 3.2 or higher cumulative college GPA.
3.2
https://scholarships.uark.edu/transfer-scholarships/
2026–27
Carribean Tuition Advantage
university-of-arkansas-fayetteville
International
18948
$16,842 - $18,948
Citizen and Permanent resident of: Anguilla, Antigua, Bahamas, Barbados, Belize, Bermuda, British Virgin Islands, Cayman Islands, Dominica, Grenada, Ja-maica, Martinique, Montserrat, Nevis, St. Kitts, St. Lucia, St. Vincent, Trinidad and Tobago, or Turks and Caicos Islands. 80% reduction of out of state portion of tuition recieved upon admission. 90% reduction with a 3.2 or higher cumulative college GPA.
3.2
https://scholarships.uark.edu/transfer-scholarships/
2026–27
Bolivian Tuition Advantage
university-of-arkansas-fayetteville
International
18948
$16,842 - $18,948
Citizen and Permanent resident of Bolivia. 80% reduction of out of state portion of tuition recieved upon admission. 90% reduction with a 3.2 or higher cumulative college GPA.
3.2
https://scholarships.uark.edu/transfer-scholarships/
2026–27
Neighboring State New Arkansan Non-Resident Tuition Award
university-of-arkansas-fayetteville
Out of state
18948
$16,842 - $18,948
Annual award of as much as $16,842 - $18,948 per year based on 30 hours of enrollment. Awarded automatically (scholarship application not required) to transfer students from Georgia, Illinois, Kansas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Missouri, Oklahoma, Tennessee, and Texas who have a 3.0 or higher cumulative GPA on a 4.0 scale. Transfer students with a 3.20 or higher cumulative GPA will receive a New Arkansan NRTA that pays 90% of the difference between in-state and out-of-state tuition. Transfer students with a 3.0-3.19 cumulative GPA will receive a New Arkansan NRTA that pays 80% of the difference between in-state and out-of-state tuition. Renewable for 4 years (5 years for Architecture students) with 24 hours per year and 2.75 GPA. In order to be competitive for additional merit-based academic scholarships, students should meet minimum eligibility requirements for the Non-Resident Tuition Award
3.0
https://scholarships.uark.edu/transfer-scholarships/
2026–27
Palo Alto College (PAC) Presidential Scholarship
university-of-texas-rio-grande-valley
In-state
18700
Transfer from Palo Alto College, 30 hours or more and 3.25 GPA
3.25
https://www.utrgv.edu/scholarships/transfer-scholarships/index.htm
2026–27
Transfer Merit Scholarship – Tier 2
sweet-briar-college
Out of state
18000
$9,000 per year, renewable for a total of $18,000 over two years.
Awarded to out-of-state transfer students with a college GPA between 3.5 and 3.749. This scholarship supports strong academic achievement and is renewable for one additional year with continued good standing.
3.5
https://www.sbc.edu/financial-aid/scholarships-grants/
2026–27
Transfer Merit Scholarship – Tier 2
sweet-briar-college
In-state
18000
$9,000 per year, renewable for a total of $18,000 over two years.
Awarded to in-state transfer students with a college GPA between 3.5 and 3.749. This scholarship supports strong academic achievement and is renewable for one additional year with continued good standing.
3.5
https://www.sbc.edu/financial-aid/scholarships-grants/
2026–27
Joseph Smith Award
rensselaer-polytechnic-institute-university
Out of state
18000
$18,000 (minimum)
https://financialaid.rpi.edu/apply-aid/transfer-students
https://financialaid.rpi.edu/apply-aid/transfer-students
2026–27
Garnet Baltimore Award
rensselaer-polytechnic-institute-university
Out of state
18000
$18,000 (minimum)
https://financialaid.rpi.edu/apply-aid/transfer-students
https://financialaid.rpi.edu/apply-aid/transfer-students
2026–27
Award for Excellence
rensselaer-polytechnic-institute-university
Out of state
18000
$18,000 (minimum)
https://financialaid.rpi.edu/apply-aid/transfer-students
https://financialaid.rpi.edu/apply-aid/transfer-students
2026–27
Joseph Smith Award
rensselaer-polytechnic-institute-university
In-state
18000
$18,000 (minimum)
Named in honor of a distinguished Rensselaer alumnus, this donor-funded merit scholarship recognizes students who exemplify outstanding academic promise and commitment to their chosen field of study.
https://financialaid.rpi.edu/apply-aid/transfer-students
2026–27
Garnet Baltimore Award
rensselaer-polytechnic-institute-university
In-state
18000
$18,000 (minimum)
Established to honor Garnet Douglass Baltimore, RPI’s first African American graduate, this merit scholarship is awarded to students who embody academic excellence and leadership.
https://financialaid.rpi.edu/apply-aid/transfer-students
2026–27
Award for Excellence
rensselaer-polytechnic-institute-university
In-state
18000
$18,000 (minimum)
A competitive scholarship given to students with exceptional academic records and accomplishments beyond the classroom. The award is renewable with continued academic success.
https://financialaid.rpi.edu/apply-aid/transfer-students
2026–27
Community Impact Scholarships
occidental-college
International
17500
$17,500 per year
Awarded in the amount of $17,500 per year and are renewable for three additional years for a total of up to $70,000.
https://www.oxy.edu/financial-aid
2026–27
Community Impact Scholarships
occidental-college
Out of state
17500
$17,500 per year
Awarded in the amount of $17,500 per year and are renewable for three additional years for a total of up to $70,000.
https://www.oxy.edu/financial-aid
2026–27
Community Impact Scholarships
occidental-college
In-state
17500
$17,500 per year
Awarded in the amount of $17,500 per year and are renewable for three additional years for a total of up to $70,000.
https://www.oxy.edu/financial-aid
2026–27
Transfer Merit Award
university-of-indianapolis
International
17000
From $5,000 to $17,000 per year based on cumulative college GPA
https://uindy.edu/financial-aid/transfer-students
2026–27
Transfer Merit Award
university-of-indianapolis
Out of state
17000
From $5,000 to $17,000 per year based on cumulative college GPA
https://uindy.edu/financial-aid/transfer-students
2026–27
Transfer Merit Award
university-of-indianapolis
In-state
17000
From $5,000 to $17,000 per year based on cumulative college GPA
https://uindy.edu/financial-aid/transfer-students
2026–27
Partnership Rate
bellarmine-university
International
17000
$17,000 rate
Through partnerships with community colleges such as Jefferson Community & Technical College and the Kentucky Community and Technical College System (KCTCS), Bellarmine offers a flat tuition rate of about $17,000 per year, inclusive of comprehensive fees. Eligible students may also benefit from free summer courses and housing grants, making transfer pathways more affordable and seamless.
https://www.bellarmine.edu/admissions/transfer/transfer-scholarships.php
2026–27
Partnership Rate
bellarmine-university
Out of state
17000
$17,000 rate
Through partnerships with community colleges such as Jefferson Community & Technical College and the Kentucky Community and Technical College System (KCTCS), Bellarmine offers a flat tuition rate of about $17,000 per year, inclusive of comprehensive fees. Eligible students may also benefit from free summer courses and housing grants, making transfer pathways more affordable and seamless.
https://www.bellarmine.edu/admissions/transfer/transfer-scholarships.php
2026–27
Partnership Rate
bellarmine-university
In-state
17000
$17,000 rate
Through partnerships with community colleges such as Jefferson Community & Technical College and the Kentucky Community and Technical College System (KCTCS), Bellarmine offers a flat tuition rate of about $17,000 per year, inclusive of comprehensive fees. Eligible students may also benefit from free summer courses and housing grants, making transfer pathways more affordable and seamless.
https://www.bellarmine.edu/admissions/transfer/transfer-scholarships.php
2026–27
Non-Resident Tuition Advantage
university-of-arkansas-fayetteville
International
16842
$10,526 - $16,842
Annnual award of as much as $16,842 - $18,948 per year based on 30 hours of enrollment awarded automatically (scholarship application not required) to transfer students from various states. Transfer students studying Georgia, Illinois, Kansas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Missouri, Oklahoma, Tennessee, and Texas with a 3.20 or higher cumulative GPA will receive a New Arkansan NRTA that pays 90% of the difference between in-state and out-of-state tuition. Transfer students studying in those states with a 3.0-3.19 cumulative GPA will receive a New Arkansan NRTA that pays 80% of the difference between in-state and out-of-state tuition Annual award of as much as $10,526 - $16,842 per year based on 30 hours of enrollment. Transfer students from the rest of the country who have 3.20-3.49 or higher cumulative GPA will receive an Extended States New Arkansan NRTA that pays 50% of the difference between in-state and out-of-state tuition. Transfer students with a 3.5 or higher cumulative GPA will receive an Extended States New Arkansan NRTA that pays 80% of the difference between in-state and out-of-state tuition. Renewable for 4 years (5 years for Architecture students) with 24 hours per year and 2.75 GPA In order to be competitive for additional merit-based academic scholarships, students should meet minimum eligibility requirements for the Non-Resident Tuition Award.
3.20
https://scholarships.uark.edu/transfer-scholarships/
2026–27
Extended State New Arkansan Non-Resident Tuition Award
university-of-arkansas-fayetteville
Out of state
16842
$10,526 - $16,842
Annual award of as much as $10,526 - $16,842 per year based on 30 hours of enrollment. Awarded automatically (scholarship application not required) to transfer students from the rest of the country who have a 3.20 or higher cumulative GPA on a 4.0 scale. Transfer students with a 3.50 or higher cumulative GPA will receive an Extended States New Arkansan NRTA that pays 80% of the difference between in-state and out-of-state tuition. Transfer students with a 3.20-3.49 or higher cumulative GPA will receive an Extended States New Arkansan NRTA that pays 50% of the difference between in-state and out-of-state tuition. Renewable for 4 years (5 years for Architecture students) with 24 hours per year and 2.75 GPA.
3.20
https://scholarships.uark.edu/transfer-scholarships/
2026–27
Crosland Scholarship
samford-university
International
16000
Average Amount = $16000
Competitive transfer applicants have a minimum college GPA of 3.5 and have earned at least 24 credits of undergraduate coursework. If under 24 credits, their high school GPA will be evaluated.
3.5
https://www.samford.edu/admission/scholarships
2026–27
Crosland Scholarship
samford-university
Out of state
16000
Average Amount = $16000
Competitive transfer applicants have a minimum college GPA of 3.5 and have earned at least 24 credits of undergraduate coursework. If under 24 credits, their high school GPA will be evaluated.
3.5
https://www.samford.edu/admission/scholarships
2026–27
Crosland Scholarship
samford-university
In-state
16000
Average Amount = $16000
Competitive transfer applicants have a minimum college GPA of 3.5 and have earned at least 24 credits of undergraduate coursework. If under 24 credits, their high school GPA will be evaluated.
3.5
https://www.samford.edu/admission/scholarships
2026–27
Interational Student Scholarship
old-dominion-university
International
16000
Up to $16,000
Apply by April 15 (fall) or October 1 (spring), 3.2 cumulative US equivalent GPA, Newly admitted (never previously enrolled at ODU), Valid non-immigrant visa status, ineligible for Virginia in-state tuition rates
3.2
https://www.odu.edu/financial-aid/types/scholarships
2026–27
International Student Scholarship
hawai-i-pacific-university
International
16000
up to $16,000
International students from any home country qualify for a yearly scholarship up to $16,000.
https://www.hpu.edu/financial-aid/scholarships/new-undergraduate/index.html
2026–27
International Student Scholarship
hawai-i-pacific-university
Out of state
16000
up to $16,000
International students from any home country qualify for a yearly scholarship up to $16,000.
https://www.hpu.edu/financial-aid/scholarships/new-undergraduate/index.html
2026–27
International Student Scholarship
hawai-i-pacific-university
In-state
16000
up to $16,000
International students from any home country qualify for a yearly scholarship up to $16,000.
https://www.hpu.edu/financial-aid/scholarships/new-undergraduate/index.html
2026–27
WUE Transfer
boise-state-university
Out of state
15224
$15,224/year
WUE State eligible Nonresident Transfer - 3.6-4.0 (3.9-4.0 for Nursing)
3.6
https://www.boisestate.edu/financialaid/types-of-aid/scholarships/transfer-student-scholarships/
2026–27
Donor-Funded Scholarships
university-of-nevada-reno
International
15000
$500 - $15,000
We use a single application for all donor-funded scholarships at the University. These scholarships are reviewed holistically to meet the wishes of our departments, donors, and alumni.
https://www.unr.edu/financial-aid/scholarships
2026–27
Donor-Funded Scholarships
university-of-nevada-reno
Out of state
15000
$500 - $15,000
We use a single application for all donor-funded scholarships at the University. These scholarships are reviewed holistically to meet the wishes of our departments, donors, and alumni.
https://www.unr.edu/financial-aid/scholarships
2026–27
Donor-Funded Scholarships
university-of-nevada-reno
In-state
15000
$500 - $15,000
We use a single application for all donor-funded scholarships at the University. These scholarships are reviewed holistically to meet the wishes of our departments, donors, and alumni.
https://www.unr.edu/financial-aid/scholarships
2026–27
Transfer International Merit Scholarship
sweet-briar-college
International
15000
Awarded to international students transferring to Sweet Briar College who demonstrate strong academic achievement. This merit-based scholarship recognizes excellence in college coursework with a GPA of 3.0 or higher and is automatically considered during the admissions review.
3.0
https://www.sbc.edu/financial-aid/scholarships-grants/
2026–27
SMU Founders Scholarship
southern-methodist-university
International
15000
This scholarship is automatically awarded to students who have 24 transferable credits post high school graduation and a 3.3 GPA
3.3
https://www.smu.edu/admission/apply/transfer/scholarships
2026–27
SMU Founders Scholarship
southern-methodist-university
Out of state
15000
This scholarship is automatically awarded to students who have 24 transferable credits post high school graduation and a 3.3 GPA
3.3
https://www.smu.edu/admission/apply/transfer/scholarships
2026–27
SMU Founders Scholarship
southern-methodist-university
In-state
15000
This scholarship is automatically awarded to students who have 24 transferable credits post high school graduation and a 3.3 GPA
3.3
https://www.smu.edu/admission/apply/transfer/scholarships
2026–27
Honors Scholarships
occidental-college
International
15000
up to $15,000 per year
Awarded up to $15,000 per year and are renewable for three additional years for a total of up to $60,000.
https://www.oxy.edu/financial-aid
2026–27
Honors Scholarships
occidental-college
Out of state
15000
up to $15,000 per year
Awarded up to $15,000 per year and are renewable for three additional years for a total of up to $60,000.
https://www.oxy.edu/financial-aid
2026–27
Honors Scholarships
occidental-college
In-state
15000
up to $15,000 per year
Awarded up to $15,000 per year and are renewable for three additional years for a total of up to $60,000.
https://www.oxy.edu/financial-aid
2026–27
Japan International Student Scholarship
hawai-i-pacific-university
International
15000
Students from Japan with above a 3.0 GPA qualify for a yearly scholarship of $15,000
3.0
https://www.hpu.edu/financial-aid/scholarships/new-undergraduate/index.html
2026–27
Japan International Student Scholarship
hawai-i-pacific-university
Out of state
15000
Students from Japan with above a 3.0 GPA qualify for a yearly scholarship of $15,000
3.0
https://www.hpu.edu/financial-aid/scholarships/new-undergraduate/index.html
2026–27
Japan International Student Scholarship
hawai-i-pacific-university
In-state
15000
Students from Japan with above a 3.0 GPA qualify for a yearly scholarship of $15,000
3.0
https://www.hpu.edu/financial-aid/scholarships/new-undergraduate/index.html
2026–27
DEAN15 Scholarship
american-university
In-state
15000
$15k/year
DEAN15 Scholarship ($15k/year) Awarded to students with a GPA of 3.0-3.5
3.0
https://www.american.edu/financialaid/transfer-scholarships.cfm
2026–27
Western Undergraduate Exchange (WUE)
university-of-nevada-reno
Out of state
14000
The University of Nevada, Reno is a proud participant in WUE, which allows students from participating states and territories to pay only 150% of our standard Nevada resident tuition instead of paying the full out-of-state tuition. All out of state students from participating states and territories are automatically reviewed for WUE. Students must meet both of the following requirements: 3.0 cumulative transfer GPA and 24 transferable semester graded credits. WUE is available for all majors
3.0
https://www.unr.edu/financial-aid/scholarships
2026–27
Transfer Merit Scholarship – Tier 3
sweet-briar-college
Out of state
14000
$7,000 per year, renewable for a total of $14,000 over two years.
Awarded to out-of-state transfer students with a college GPA between 3.0 and 3.49. This scholarship recognizes academic growth and is renewable for one additional year with continued good standing.
3.0
https://www.sbc.edu/financial-aid/scholarships-grants/
2026–27
Transfer Merit Scholarship – Tier 3
sweet-briar-college
In-state
14000
$7,000 per year, renewable for a total of $14,000 over two years.
Awarded to in-state transfer students with a college GPA between 3.0 and 3.49. This scholarship recognizes academic growth and is renewable for one additional year with continued good standing.
3.0
https://www.sbc.edu/financial-aid/scholarships-grants/
2026–27
Transfer Merit (College GPA 3.80+)
miami-university-oxford
Out of state
14000
$14,000 (Annual)
https://miamioh.edu/onestop/financial-aid/funding-opportunities/scholarships/transfer-scholarships.html
2026–27
Western Undergraduate Exchange (WUE) Scholarship
university-of-nevada-las-vegas
Out of state
13900
The WUE Scholarship offers significant tuition savings for eligible residents of Alaska, Arizona, California, Colorado, Hawaiʻi, Idaho, Montana, New Mexico, North Dakota, Oregon, South Dakota, Utah, Washington, Wyoming, the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands (CNMI), Guam, the Republic of the Marshall Islands (RMI), the Federated States of Micronesia (FSM), the Republic of Palau, and American Samoa. WUE students are charged 150% of the in-state tuition rate. To qualify, students must be admitted to UNLV and meet eligibility requirements.
https://www.unlv.edu/finaid/scholarships
2026–27
Marion Scholarship
samford-university
International
13000
Average Amount = $13000
Competitive transfer applicants have an average college GPA of 3.0 and have earned at least 24 credits of undergraduate coursework. If under 24 credits, their high school GPA will be evaluated.
3.0
https://www.samford.edu/admission/scholarships
2026–27
Marion Scholarship
samford-university
Out of state
13000
Average Amount = $13000
Competitive transfer applicants have an average college GPA of 3.0 and have earned at least 24 credits of undergraduate coursework. If under 24 credits, their high school GPA will be evaluated.
3.0
https://www.samford.edu/admission/scholarships
2026–27
Marion Scholarship
samford-university
In-state
13000
Average Amount = $13000
Competitive transfer applicants have an average college GPA of 3.0 and have earned at least 24 credits of undergraduate coursework. If under 24 credits, their high school GPA will be evaluated.
3.0
https://www.samford.edu/admission/scholarships
2026–27
UNLV Signature Scholarship
university-of-nevada-las-vegas
Out of state
12000
An academic scholarship for undergraduate students offered at the time of admission, in recognition of their academic achievements. To be considered, students must be admitted to UNLV and submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid and the Institutional Aid Application by the priority deadline.
https://www.unlv.edu/finaid/scholarships
2026–27
Phi Theta Kappa
university-of-arizona
Out of state
12000
Offered to Phi Theta Kappa members in good standing with a minimum 3.5 community college GPA and a minimum of 36 units completed.
3.5
https://www.arizona.edu/admissions/transfer/merit-scholarships
2026–27