Transfer Scholarship Guide

Alabama A & M University Talladega College Alabama State University Troy University – Troy Campus Athens State University Troy University – Dothan Campus Auburn University Tuskegee University Auburn University at Montgomery University of Alabama Birmingham Southern College University of Alabama at Birmingham Delta State University University of Alabama at Huntsville Faulkner University University of Louisiana at Monroe Georgia Southern University University of Mobile Georgia State University University of Mississippi Huntingdon College University of Montevallo Lipscomb University University of North Alabama Jacksonville State University University of South Alabama Judson College University of Southern Mississippi Mercer University University of Tennessee Mississippi State University University of West Alabama Samford University University of West Florida Spring Hill College University of West Georgia

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LBWCC has agreements with the following institutions for Presidential Transfer Scholarships: Auburn University at Montgomery - AUM will award one full-tuition and fees scholarship to a new AUM transfer student from each Strategic Partners for Academic Navigation (SPAN) Community College who has completed 45 academic credit hours with a minimum GPA of 3.75 and has a letter of recommendation from their Community College President. The recipients must maintain full-time enrollment, a 3.0 AUM GPA, and participate in AUM’s Transfer Ambassador program to sustain their scholarship through graduation. University of Alabama – this scholarship covers the cost of tuition (for up to four semesters) and will be awarded to one student at LBWCC who has completed at minimum 45 credit hours as of Fall 2018. The minimum GPA requirement to be considered is 3.5. University of West Alabama - available to entering transfer students with a minimum 3.0 GPA and the recommendation of the Community College President. These awards are $2,750 per year and are renewable for up to two academic years with a minimum 3.0 GPA.

To be considered for the competitive Presidential Transfer Scholarships, please complete the online University Transfer Scholarship Application by February 15, 2019.

https://www.lbwcc.edu/financial-aid/scholarships/transfer-scholarships

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Transfer Scholarship Guide for the 2019-2020 Academic Year

The following transfer institution scholarships are copied directly from each institutions website (as of 1/2/2019):

Alabama A & M University ...... 3 Alabama State University ...... 3 Athens State University ...... 4 Auburn University: ...... 5 Auburn University at Montgomery ...... 6 Birmingham Southern College ...... 7 Delta State University ...... 7 Faulkner University...... 8 Georgia Southern University ...... 8 Georgia State University ...... 9 Huntingdon College ...... 9 Lipscomb University ...... 10 Jacksonville State University ...... 11 Judson College ...... 12 Mercer University ...... 13 Mississippi State University ...... 13 Samford University ...... 15 Spring Hill College ...... 15 Talladega College ...... 15 Troy University - Troy Campus ...... 16 Troy University – Dothan Campus ...... 16 Tuskegee University ...... 16 University of Alabama ...... 17 University of Alabama at Birmingham ...... 18 University of Alabama at Huntsville ...... 19 University of Louisiana at Monroe ...... 20 University of Mobile ...... 21 University of Mississippi ...... 21 University of Montevallo ...... 23 University of North Alabama ...... 24 University of South Alabama ...... 25 University of Southern Mississippi ...... 26 University of Tennessee ...... 27 University of West Alabama ...... 28 University of West Florida ...... 29 University of West Georgia ...... 29

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Alabama A & M University

Transfer Merit Scholarship http://www.aamu.edu/admissions/fincialaid/pages/default.aspx If eligible, the student can receive their tuition covered for 2 years/4 semesters. To become eligible for this scholarship the student must have at least a 3.25 or higher cum GPA from the last school attended and must be full admitted into the university.

Lastly, the student does not have to apply for this scholarship. Once the student meets those requirements, the transfer counselor can send a recommendation on the student’s behalf to the scholarship committee and they in turn contact the student.

Contact: Courtney Jones, Transfer Specialist, [email protected] 256-372-4169 Office of Community College Relations & Global Initiatives| www.aamu.edu Alabama A&M University

Alabama State University

ASU Transfer Scholarships https://www.alasu.edu/admissions/undergrad-admissions/asu-academic-scholarships

Presidential Academic Scholarship The Presidential Scholarship pays full tuition, books, required fees and room and board for a maximum of six (6) semesters for college transfer students. Transfer applicants must have a grade point average of 3.76 or above on a 4.0 scale after completion of at least 24 semester hours (36 quarter hours) of credit.

Academic Excellence Scholarship The Academic Scholarship pays full tuition, required fees, and books for a maximum of six (6) semesters for college transfer students. Transfer applicants must have a grade point average of 3.51 – 3.75 on a 4.0 scale after completion of 24 semester hours (36 quarter hours) of credit.

Academic Incentive Scholarship The Incentive Scholarship pays full tuition and $500 book award for a maximum of six (6) semesters for college transfer students. Transfer applicants must have a grade point average of 3.0 – 3.25 on a 4.0 scale after completion of 24 semester hours (36 quarter hours) of credit.

Getting started is simple. Here’s how: 1. Apply online for admission. 2. Apply online for scholarships. 3. Send copies of your transcripts from all previously attended colleges or universities to our Admissions & Recruitment Office at the following address: Alabama State University, Office of Admissions & Recruitment, P.O. Box 271, Montgomery, AL 36101

ASU Trust Scholarships https://www.alasu.edu/cost-aid/tuition-costs/asu-scholarships/trust-scholarships All scholarships listed are for full-time Alabama State University students and require applicants to upload a copy of their unofficial transcripts. Students who have received a full scholarship will not be considered. All students selected for a scholarship are expected to write a letter of acknowledgement to the scholarship benefactor.

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Athens State University

Scholarships http://www.athens.edu/financial-aid/scholarships/

As an entirely TRANSFER institution, Athens State University is the perfect option to finish what you started. We are an upper-division university offering coursework at the Junior and Senior levels to students who have at least two years of community college or transfer credit. Here are just a few of the many reasons you should consider Athens State to reach your goals:  FLEXIBILITY: Take classes on campus, online, or both.  AFFORDABILITY: We have the lowest rate structure of any public university in the state of Alabama.  VARIETY: We offer over 50 undergraduate majors and degree programs, along with three online graduate programs  SCHOLARSHIPS: We award over $1,000,000 in scholarships each year, and no scholarship application is required. You are automatically considered for scholarships with your application for admission

Important Dates for Scholarships March 1 – Summer & Fall Scholarship Priority Deadline November 1 – Spring Scholarship Priority Deadline For More Information: (256) 233-8130 or (800) 522-0272 [email protected]

Excellence Scholarships reward students for excellence in academic pursuits. Applicants seeking a first bachelor’s degree, newly admitted as a regular, degree-seeking student who have earned at least 48 hours of college credit are considered.  Minimum GPA: 3.0  Minimum Enrollment: 9 Hours  Award: Up to $2,000 Annually

Empowerment Scholarships assist students with demonstrated financial need, based on the Expected Family Contribution (EFC) calculated from the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Applicants seeking a first bachelor’s degree, newly admitted as a regular, degree-seeking student who have earned at least 48 hours of college credit are considered.  Minimum EFC: 1000  Minimum Enrollment: 9 Hours  Award: Up to $475 per semester

Foundation & Alumni Scholarships Foundation Scholarships are generously donated to the University at various amounts with various requirements per the donors’ request. Please view the listing of the available 2018-19 Foundation Scholarships by clicking here.  Application Deadline: Review of applications for award the following fall semester begins March 31  Eligibility: Criteria vary with type of Foundation scholarship  Requirements:  Meets admission requirements; completed application for admission  All official transcripts submitted to the Admissions Office  Completed online scholarship application  Award: Varies with type of Foundation scholarship For more information regarding Foundation Scholarships please contact Tonyia Bowling by phone at (256)233- 8215.

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Auburn University:

Transfer Scholarships http://auburn.edu/scholarship/undergraduate/transfer.html

Incoming transfer students are considered for scholarships awarded by the Office of University Scholarships, the Office of Inclusion and Diversity, and each of Auburn University's 12 colleges and schools. These scholarships can be found in the Auburn University Scholarship Opportunity Manager (AUSOM) by browsing "All" scholarships and filtering for "Transfer." Students must complete the scholarship application through AUSOM by 4:45 p.m. CST on the deadline to receive consideration for all scholarships for which they meet the criteria.

Board of Trustees Awarded: Beginning in December Amount: $1,500 for one year Board of Trustees Scholarships are awarded among eligible Alabama residents who complete the scholarship application through the Auburn University Scholarship Opportunity Manager (AUSOM).. Incoming transfer students and current Auburn students must complete the scholarship application through AUSOM by 4:45 p.m. CST on February 1.  Students must have a minimum 3.0 high school, transfer, or cumulative AU GPA, depending on current enrollment status.  Incoming transfer students and current Auburn students must demonstrate financial need by February 1 through completion of the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)*, with preference given to students who qualify for the Federal Pell Grant.  Students must be an undergraduate student pursuing a first degree.

Ever to Conquer Scholarship Awarded: Beginning in December Amount: $10,000 over two years ($5,000 per year) for incoming transfer students Ever To Conquer Scholarships are awarded among eligible incoming Alabama residents who complete the scholarship application through AUSOM by 4:45 p.m. CST on the deadline.  Incoming freshmen must have a minimum 3.0 high school GPA. Incoming transfer students must have a minimum 3.0 cumulative transfer GPA.  Priority consideration will be given to students who qualify for the Federal Pell Grant by February 1 through completion of the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)*. Consideration may also be given to students who have demonstrated a strong likelihood to qualify for the Federal Pell Grant through a combination of other factors.  Students must be an undergraduate student pursuing a first degree.

*The FAFSA is the only form a student is required to complete to be considered for student assistance from any of the Title IV, HEA programs except for information needed to ensure the student’s eligibility for such assistance (e.g., information needed to complete verification or to demonstrate compliance with the student eligibility provisions of the HEA and the regulations). Additional information, if requested, will be listed on the student’s AU Access My Finances page after we receive the results of the FAFSA. For additional information, visit the Office of Financial Aid.

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Auburn University at Montgomery

Transfer Scholarships http://www.aum.edu/admissions/scholarships-and-financial-aid/scholarships/transfer-scholarships

AUM offers a variety of Transfer Scholarships to incoming transfer students from any of Alabama's regionally accredited community colleges. Scholarship eligibility starts with completion of 45 academic credits and a 2.75 GPA. Students must remain enrolled full-time and maintain a 3.0 GPA for all work completed at AUM in order to sustain their scholarship. Transfers with an associate degree from a Strategic Partners for Academic Navigation (SPAN) Community College may be eligible for a full scholarship.

To be considered for these scholarships, you must complete your application for the Fall 2019 semester by August 1st. No additional scholarship application is needed.

Transfer Opportunity Scholarship  AUM will award a scholarship totaling $1,000 ($500 per year) to students who have completed 45 academic credit hours with a 2.75 – 2.99 GPA. Premier Transfer Scholarship  AUM will award a scholarship totaling $5,000 ($2,500 per year) to students who have completed 45 academic credit hours with a 3.5 GPA or higher.

Strategic Partners for Academic Navigation AUM has worked closely to create formal relationships with community colleges to help students make a seamless transition from their associate degree to a bachelor's degree. LBWCC is an AUM Strategic Partners for Academic Navigation (SPAN) community college. In recognition of our SPAN partnership, AUM offers the following additional scholarships: Transfer Partner Scholarship  AUM will award a scholarship totaling $3,000 ($1,500 per year) to students from any SPAN Partnership Community College who have completed 45 academic credit hours with a 3.0 – 3.49 GPA. SPAN Presidential Scholarship  AUM will award one full-tuition and fees scholarship to a new AUM transfer student from each SPAN Partner Community College who has completed 45 academic credit hours with a minimum GPA of 3.75 and has a letter of recommendation from their Community College President. The recipients must maintain full-time enrollment, a 3.0 AUM GPA, and participate in AUM’s Transfer Ambassador program to sustain their scholarship through graduation. To be considered for this award, LBWCC students must complete the University Transfer Scholarship Application by Feb 15, 2019.

Scholarship priority deadline for Fall 2019 admissions August 1. We require no separate application. All transfer scholarships may be renewed for up to two years’ contingent upon full-time enrollment and maintained cumulative minimum institution GPA of 3.0 or higher. Transfer scholarships may not be combined.

To be considered for our transfer scholarship, please complete the following by the above deadlines:  Apply for Admission to Auburn University at Montgomery  Request an official transcript from your current institution (transcript must include most recent term) to be mailed to: AUM Office of Admissions P.O. Box 244023 Montgomery, AL 36124-4023

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Birmingham Southern College

Transfer Student Scholarships https://www.bsc.edu/fp/aid.html Students who are transferring from a two-year or four-year college with a GPA of 2.5 or higher are eligible for these scholarships at a variety of levels, depending on the overall strength of their application. Members of Phi Theta Kappa are eligible for a renewable scholarship of $10,500. Contact Transfer Admission Counselor Pamela Grubbs-Lowery at [email protected] for more information on transfer scholarships and BSC’s articulation agreements.

Delta State University

Scholarships http://www.deltastate.edu/admissions/transfer/#scholarships

Through our scholarship program, Delta State University recognizes students who have excelled and demonstrate the potential for academic success in college. Academic scholarships are awarded based on grade point average (GPA) and credit hours. Privately funded scholarships are based on a number of factors which may include: extra-curricular activities, grade point average, transfer institution, financial need and residency. *For scholarship consideration, you must submit a completed scholarship application and be admitted to the university. Fall Enrollment: Priority Deadline | May 1 Final Deadline | July 1 Spring Enrollment: Priority Deadline | November 1 Final Deadline | December 1

Community College Student Body President Scholarship Award: $4,000 ($2,000 per year for 2 years) Initial Eligibility: President of the student body, verification from the Community College President, 3.25 cumulative GPA, completion of a minimum of 60 cumulative earned hours or an Associate degree. This is a competitive scholarship with a limited number available. Renewal criteria: DSU GPA of 3.25, completion of 15 hours each fall and spring semester, available for a maximum of 4 semesters of undergraduate study.

Phi Theta Kappa Scholarship Award: 100% tuition Initial Eligibility: Verification of Phi Theta Kappa membership, 3.25 cumulative GPA, completion of a minimum of 60 cumulative earned hours or an Associate degree. May be stacked with Phi Theta Kappa All-Academic Team and privately funded scholarships. Minimum renewal criteria after first year: DSU GPA of 3.25, completion of 15 hours each fall and spring semester, available for a maximum of 4 semesters of undergraduate study.

Phi Theta Kappa All-Academic Team Scholarship First Team: 1 time award of $2,000 Second Team: 1 time award of $1,500 Initial Eligibility: named member of All-Academic Team, also see Phi Theta Kappa Scholarship initial eligibility. May be stacked with Phi Theta Kappa Scholarship and privately funded.

Phi Theta Kappa President Award: $4,000 ($2,000 per year for 2 years) Initial Eligibility: President of Phi Theta Kappa at the Community College, verification from the sponsor, 3.25 cumulative GPA, completion of a minimum of 60 cumulative earned hours or an Associate degree. May be stacked with Phi Theta Kappa Scholarship and privately funded.

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Renewal criteria: DSU GPA of 3.25, completion of 15 hours each fall and spring semester, available for a maximum of 4 semesters of undergraduate study.

Transfer Academic Scholarship Award: 50% tuition Initial Eligibility: 3.25 cumulative GPA, completion of 60 cumulative earned hours or an Associate degree. Cannot be stacked with Phi Theta Kappa Scholarships; may be stacked with privately funded scholarships. Minimum renewal criteria after first year: DSU GPA of 3.25, completion of 15 hours each fall and spring semester, available for a maximum of 4 semesters of undergraduate study.

Transfer Recognition Scholarship Award: $2,000 per year Initial Eligibility: Verification of Phi Theta Kappa membership, 3.25 cumulative GPA, completion of 30-59 cumulative earned hours. Cannot be stacked with Phi Theta Kappa or Transfer Academic Scholarships; may be stacked with privately funded scholarships. Minimum renewal criteria: DSU GPA of 3.25, completion of 15 hours each fall and spring semester. Once a minimum of 60 earned undergraduate hours has been achieved the student may be transferred to the Phi Theta Kappa Scholarship.

PRIVATE SCHOLARSHIPS Award: varies depending on scholarship Initial Eligibility: less than 120 earned cumulative hours, criteria as set forth by the scholarship donor. May be stacked with Phi Theta Kappa or transfer academic scholarship.

Faulkner University

Scholarships https://www.faulkner.edu/undergrad/admissions/scholarships/

Phi Theta Kappa Scholarship  May be awarded to Phi Theta Kappa members that are in good standing.  Must have a least 60 hours of transferable college credit with at least a 3.25 GPA.  Award amount: up to $2500

Transfer Scholarship  Transfer applicants only  College GPA of 3.00 and over  Range: $1000 – $3000

Georgia Southern University

Transfer Student Scholarships http://admissions.georgiasouthern.edu/transferscholarships/

The University Honors Program To be considered for admission into the University Honors Program, as well as to apply for their program scholarships, transfer students must be accepted to Georgia Southern University and complete the MyScholarships application. The deadlines for transfer students to be considered for the University Honors Program are:  Spring 2019 Entry – December 1  Fall 2019 Entry – February 1 for scholarship consideration or May 1 for program consideration

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Academic Scholarships Fall 2019 transfer students wishing to be considered for other academic scholarships must be accepted to Georgia Southern University and submit the MyScholarships application by the priority deadline, February 1 or the final deadline of May 1.

Phi Theta Kappa Members: One scholarship is awarded each fall semester to an outstanding student who has been involved in Phi Theta Kappa at their current institution. This scholarship is $1,500, renewable for two years. To apply, submit the MyScholarships application by the final deadline of May 1. Check that you are a current member of Phi Theta Kappa, and list Phi Theta Kappa under the School Activities and Clubs section.

Georgia Southern has limited need-based aid for students. Contact your Admissions Counselor to discuss your situation and if you may qualify.

Georgia State University

Out-of-State Students http://sfs.gsu.edu/scholarships-grants/scholarship-classifications/out-of-state-students/

Featured Scholarships for Transfer Students Incoming transfer students whose residence is classified as out-of-state may apply for the Campus Atlanta Scholarship, which reduces tuition from out-of-state to in-state rates. Students are still required to pay in- state tuition. Please check the Campus Atlanta Scholarship description for current minimum academic requirements. The Office of Admissions will contact incoming transfer students that are eligible for a limited number of merit-based awards. Alumni Association Transfer Student Scholarship Georgia State University’s Alumni Association is currently offering the Alumni Association Transfer Student Scholarship. This scholarship is available to students transferring to Georgia State University from a community college or a junior college. Recipients must be in good academic standing at the transferring institution and have a minimum 3.0 GPA. Log in to the Scholarship Application system with your campus ID and password to apply. Make sure to read all the criteria for applying and remember to upload your personal essay.

Huntingdon College

Transfer Student Scholarships https://www.huntingdon.edu/admission-aid/traditional-admission/#transferadmission

Transfer Scholarships are determined by a student’s cumulative academic grade point average. For students who have attended more than one post-secondary institution, the academic grade point average will be calculated from all colleges and universities attended. You may begin the need-based financial aid process after October 1 of the year prior to fall admission.

TRANSFER ACADEMIC SCHOLARSHIPS  No special application required; awarded automatically based upon qualification  Not stackable, except with Presidential Fellowships, when applicable  Renewable for up to three additional years  Students may receive ONLY ONE Transfer Scholarship Scholarship Award Amount Minimum Requirements Transfer 3.75 Scholarship $14,500 Cumulative 3.75 GPA Transfer 3.50 Scholarship $13,500 Cumulative 3.50 GPA Transfer 3.00 Scholarship $12,500 Cumulative 3.00 GPA

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PRESIDENTIAL FELLOWSHIPS  Provides a $5,000 award stackable with one qualifying Honors Scholarship (Freshmen) or one qualifying Transfer Scholarship (Transfers).  Submit the Presidential Fellowship Application: deadlines December 1 (Round 1), February 1 (Round 2), or April 1 (Round 3, applicable if places remain in the Fellows program).  Minimum requirements: 23 ACT (super-scored by the Huntingdon Office of Admission) and 3.0 GPA in high school or transfer coursework.  Participate in the Presidential Fellowship Program, agreeing to be part of one of six Presidential Fellows Academic Teams.  For more information, consult the Presidential Fellows information on the Huntingdon website.  Presidential Fellowships require campus residency.  Because of the time commitment for this program, students who participate in NCAA-III intercollegiate sports, cheerleading, or band are not eligible for Presidential Fellowships.  Renewable for up to three additional years

With only a few exceptions, Huntingdon College scholarships and grants cannot be stacked or combined; students may receive ONLY ONE scholarship or award. Federal and state aid may be added to Huntingdon College scholarships and grants. Contact the Office of Admission for more information.

Note: for necessary forms and other information, see the Huntingdon College website at www.huntingdon.edu.

Lipscomb University

Scholarships for Transfer Students http://www.lipscomb.edu/financialaid/lipscomb-scholarships/transfer-scholarships

All transfer students are awarded based on their final cumulative college GPA. Scholarship renewal GPA's are checked at the end of the student's first semester at Lipscomb and each semester thereafter.

Lipscomb Pathways Scholarship: On Campus Students A Lipscomb scholarship of $13,000 per year ($6,500 per fall/spring semesters) awarded to students who transfer 12 or more hours to Lipscomb from a four-year, accredited university or a community college with a minimum 2.0 cumulative college GPA upon entry. To be eligible, students must live on campus each semester, file a FAFSA, enroll full time each semester (12+ hours) and be a traditional undergraduate student. This award is not stackable with any other institutional aid.** Recipients must maintain a cumulative Lipscomb GPA of 2.0 to renew each semester.

Lipscomb Pathways Scholarship: Off Campus Students A Lipscomb scholarship of $11,000 per year ($5,500 per fall/spring semesters) awarded to students who transfer 12 or more hours to Lipscomb from a four-year, accredited university or community college with a minimum 2.0 cumulative college GPA upon entry. To be eligible, students must live off campus each semester, file a FAFSA, enroll full time each semester (12+ hours) and be a traditional undergraduate student. This award is not stackable with any other institutional aid.** Recipients must maintain a cumulative Lipscomb GPA of 2.0 to renew each semester. **Students who transfer to Lipscomb from a Community College or Accredited University with 30 or more hours may stack the TN Community College Award or the Transfer University/Community College Award. If the student is also a member of Phi Theta Kappa, they may also stack the Phi Theta Kappa Award on top of the Lipscomb Pathways Scholarship On Campus or Off Campus. For eligibility requirements for the TN Community College Award, Transfer University/Community College Award and Phi Theta Kappa Award, see

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Transfer Academic Scholarships The transfer scholarship awarding matrix based on final cumulative prior college GPA can be seen below. The academic scholarship cannot be combined with Lipscomb Pathways Scholarships. GPA Award

3.0 to 3.39 GPA $3,000

3.4 to 3.69 GPA $5,000

3.70 to 3.99 GPA $6,000

4.0 GPA $8,000

Transfer University/Community College Award Students who transfer to Lipscomb from an accredited university or community college into our traditional undergraduate program with at least 30 hours are eligible for the Transfer University/Community College Award of $3,000 ($1,500 for fall/spring). This award is stackable with an academic scholarship, as well as the Phi Theta Kappa/National Society of Leadership award. Students are required to maintain a cumulative Lipscomb 3.0 GPA for scholarship renewal. Children of Lipscomb employees are not eligible. The Transfer University/Community College Award cannot be combined with the TN Community College Award.

Phi Theta Kappa and National Society of Leadership Students who provide official documentation of membership from Phi Theta Kappa or the National Society of Leadership and Success upon entering Lipscomb University will receive a $2,500 annual (fall/spring) scholarship. This award can be combined with the Transfer Academic Scholarship as well as the TN Community College Award and University/Community College Award. Students must maintain a cumulative 3.0 GPA at Lipscomb each semester for renewal. Children of Lipscomb Employees are not eligible. *Other restrictions may apply to any of these scholarships listed above. To apply and to receive additional information about transferring and these above awards, please contact the Office of Admissions at Lipscomb University. Applications and selection of recipients will be handled through the University's Admissions Office.

Jacksonville State University

Transfer Scholarships http://www.jsu.edu/transfer-pathways/scholarships-and-aid.html

Jacksonville State University offers scholarship opportunities specific to transfer students! Please review the information below. Students must be accepted to apply for transfer scholarships. Scholarship application information is posted below as well!

2019-2020 Presidential Transfer Scholarships  Students who have earned an associate’s degree with a 3.5 GPA (JSU calculated) or higher will qualify for a Presidential Transfer Scholarship of $3,000 per semester for four semesters. Students must maintain a 3.0 GPA at JSU for this scholarship. Students must take at least 12 credit hours each semester. This scholarship is non-competitive but students must submit an application.

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 Students who have earned an associates degree with a 3.0 - 3.49 GPA (JSU calculated) will qualify for a Presidential Transfer Scholarship of $1,500 per semester for four semesters. Students must maintain a 3.0 GPA at JSU for this scholarship. Students must take at least 12 credit hours each semester. This scholarship is non-competitive but students must submit an application.

2019-2020 Phi Theta Kappa Transfer Scholarship  Transfer students who are members of Phi Theta Kappa Honors Society and earned 24 transferable credit hours with a 3.5 GPA (JSU calculated) or higher can apply for the PTK Transfer Scholarship. This scholarship awards $1,000 per semester, up to six semesters ($6,000 total value) for tuition. Students must maintain a 3.25 GPA at JSU and take at least 12 credit hours each semester to maintain this scholarship. This scholarship is competitive and requires an application to be submitted. *Please note that scholarships are awarded conditionally. You must send a final official copy of your college transcript with your degree posted on it in order to have the scholarship applied to your student account.

How to Apply for Transfer Scholarships  Log-in to your JSU's Scholarship Manager (login using your MyJSU username and password printed on your acceptance letter).  Once logged in, select "My Tasks". Complete Transfer Scholarship applications for the semester* when you plan to enroll. *PTK Scholarship only awarded to students beginning in the Fall term.  Complete the applications as instructed. (We also recommend you to complete the General Scholarship Application while you are there!)

Presidential Scholarship Application Priority Deadlines* Spring 2019: December 7, 2018 Summer 2019: May 3, 2019 Fall 2019: August 2, 2019 *summer and fall students who wish to be presented with their scholarship certificates at their college's awards programs must complete their applications by May 3, 2019. PTK Transfer Scholarship Application Deadline (Hard Deadline) March 1, 2019 Other Forms of Financial Aid 83% of JSU students are on some form of financial aid. To determine your eligibility, you'll need to complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) online for the aid year you will be attending. Once you have completed the FAFSA and have supplied the required documents JSU's Office of Financial Aid, you will receive official information from the Office of Financial Aid regarding any awards you may qualify for. Have questions? Visit JSU Financial Aid online or email [email protected]

Judson College

Scholarships http://www.judson.edu/admissions/financial-aid/how-to-apply/institutional-aid/

Institutional grants and scholarships are those which are administered by Judson College. A student may qualify for more than one scholarship.

Competitive Honor Scholarships Competitive Honor Scholarship awards are based on student high school grades, ACT scores, and scores on the competitive examinations given by Judson College on Preview & Scholarship Days. Transfer students should also submit college transcript(s). Renewal is based on maintaining satisfactory academic progress. Competitive honor scholarships include one full tuition scholarship, two $10,000 partial tuition scholarships, and three $8,000 partial tuition scholarships (values based on four-year enrollment period).

Phi Theta Kappa Scholarship. Membership in Phi Theta Kappa and a 3.8 GPA, for transfer students only. - 12 -

Mercer University

Mercer-Based Scholarships http://bethebear.com/transfer-admissions.cfm Mercer awards merit scholarships to incoming transfer students based on academic credentials provided in the application for admission. Domestic Transfers 3.5 - 4.0 GPA $10,500 3.25 - 3.49 $8,500 3.0 - 3.24 $7,000 2.5 - 2.99 $4,000 Students with exceptionally high academic credentials or Phi Theta Kappa membership may be eligible for special scholarships.

You may be eligible for larger merit-based scholarships through participation in one of Mercer's prestigious scholarship competitions. Applicants who meet the academic criteria for the competition will receive an invitation to attend from the Office of University Admissions. Competitions include the Engineering Scholarship Challenge, Media Changemaker Scholars Challenge, and Business Scholarship Challenge.

Mississippi State University

Transfer Scholarships http://www.admissions.msstate.edu/transfer/money-matters/scholarships/transfer-scholarships/

The priority date for competitive, private and departmental scholarships is March 1 for the 2019-2020 academic year. Dates vary for performance scholarships. Most of these scholarships require 48 transferable community college hours applicable to a bachelor's degree at MSU. See details online. Once admitted to MSU, submit the General Scholarship Application and check your myState account often for updates.

Phi Theta Kappa Scholarship  Award: Two-year award, $8,000 ($2,000 per semester)  Criteria: o Completion of at least 48 hours of transferable community college courses applicable to a bachelor's degree at MSU o 3.25 cumulative GPA o Submission of the General Scholarship Application o Submission of the Phi Theta Kappa Scholarship application found in the "Recommended" list under the "Opportunities" tab in the MSU scholarship portal . This includes submission of your Phi Theta Kappa verification *May not be combined with the Community College Recognition Scholarship

Community College Recognition Scholarship  Award: Two-year award, $5,000 ($1,250 per semester)  Criteria: o Completion of at least 48 hours of transferable community college courses applicable to a bachelor's degree at MSU o 3.0 cumulative GPA *May not be combined with the Phi Theta Kappa Scholarship.

Phi Theta Kappa President Scholarship  Award: Two-year award, $2,000 ($500 per semester)

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 Criteria: o Meets Phi Theta Kappa scholarship criteria o President of Phi Theta Kappa at your community college o Submission of the General Scholarship Application o Submission of the Phi Theta Kappa President Scholarship application found in the "Recommended" list under the "Opportunities" tab in the MSU scholarship portal, which includes submission of your sponsor's official email address o Letter of verification by sponsor must be uploaded into the MSU scholarship portal by August 1 * May be awarded in addition to the Phi Theta Kappa Scholarship

Phi Theta Kappa Officer Scholarship  Award: One-year award, $1,000 ($500 per semester)  Criteria: o 3.25 cumulative GPA o Served as an Officer for Phi Theta Kappa o Submission of the General Scholarship Application o Submission of the Phi Theta Kappa Scholarship application found in the "Recommended" list under the "Opportunities" tab in the MSU scholarship portal, which includes submission of your sponsor's official email address o Letter of verification by sponsor must be uploaded into the MSU scholarship portal by August 1 *May be awarded in addition to the Phi Theta Kappa Scholarship. May not be stacked with the PTK President Scholarship or the Presidential Partnership Scholarship.

Compass Scholarship  Award: One-year award, $2,000 ($1,000 per semester)  Criteria: o Completion of at least 48 hours of transferable community college courses applicable to a bachelor's degree at MSU o 3.50 cumulative GPA *Awarded in addition to the Phi Theta Kappa Scholarship and Community College Recognition Scholarship.

Community College Non-Resident Tuition Scholarship*  Level One Award: $27,000 over two years ($6,750 per semester)  Level One Criteria: o Completion of at least 48 hours of transferable community college courses applicable to a bachelor's degree at MSU o 3.0 cumulative GPA o May be awarded in addition to the Phi Theta Kappa and Community College Recognition Scholarships  Level Two Award: $40,500 over three years ($6,750 per semester)  Level Two Criteria: o Completion of at least 24 hours but fewer than 48 hours of transferable community college courses applicable to a bachelor's degree at MSU o 3.5 cumulative GPA o May NOT be awarded in addition to the Phi Theta Kappa and Community College Recognition Scholarships

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Samford University

Merit Scholarships https://www.samford.edu/admission/transfer-scholarships

Transfer Academic Scholarship Samford University desires to reward those students who strive for academic success in their collegiate careers. The Transfer Academic Scholarship is an academic scholarship based solely on an incoming student’s cumulative collegiate GPA. Typically, competitive students show a GPA in the 3.30–4.0 range. Scholarship amounts vary depending on the selected semester, competitiveness of the class and other factors. Recipients of a Transfer Academic scholarship are required to maintain a cumulative 3.0 Samford GPA.

Phi Theta Kappa Scholarship Incoming community college students who are members of their institution’s PTK chapter are eligible to receive this award, provided they note their membership on their application, and provide proof of membership in the form of an invitation letter or email. Recipients of a Phi Theta Kappa scholarship are required to maintain a cumulative 3.0 Samford GPA

Spring Hill College

Transfer Student Scholarships http://www.shc.edu/undergraduate/tuition-and-financial-aid/types-aid/scholarships/

Spring Hill College’s scholarship process is competitive, assessing a student’s entire record – including grades, test scores, leadership achievement and community service. All students admitted to Spring Hill will be considered for merit scholarships based on their application for admission.

Merit Based Awards All transfer students admitted to Spring Hill College will be automatically considered for academic, tuition-only scholarships ranging from $16,000 – $23,000 annually. A minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher is expected, as well as evidence of leadership or college/community service.

Phi Theta Kappa Given to incoming transfer students that are in a chapter of Phi Theta Kappa at their previous institution. To be given up to $2,500 at the transfer recruiter’s discretion.

Talladega College

Scholarships http://www.talladega.edu/students/scholarships.asp

Based on availability, the college offers institutional scholarships and tuition and fee waivers to first time college freshmen and junior college or community college graduates. Minimum qualifications include:

1. a minimum grade point average (GPA) of 3.00 (on a 4.00 scale) and official proof of graduation for all scholarship applicants; 2. all scholarship recipients must enroll and maintain a minimum of 15 hours each semester during the academic year; and

All applicants must apply for Federal Financial Aid by completing the Federal Financial Aid application packet.

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Troy University - Troy Campus

Transfer Scholarships https://www.troy.edu/scholarships/undergraduate/troy-scholarships.html A Transfer Merit Scholarship is awarded for students with a 3.5 GPA or higher and would provide a $2,500 scholarship, while a Transfer Achievement Scholarship for $2,000 is available to students with a 3.25 GPA. This scholarship will only be available to those students who have completed at least 45 hours of transferable academic credit (non-technical) coursework. Application deadline is May 1st.

Foundation Scholarships are generously donated to the University at various amounts with various requirements per the donor's discretion. Each applicant is allowed to apply for those they qualify for, with the possibility of being awarded only one. Most Foundation Scholarship applications are available January 1st and the application deadline is March 1st. https://troy.academicworks.com/

Troy University – Dothan Campus

Dothan Campus Scholarships https://www.troy.edu/scholarships/undergraduate/dothan-scholarships.html

A Transfer Merit Scholarship is awarded for students with a 3.5 GPA or higher and would provide a $2,500 scholarship, while a Transfer Achievement Scholarship for $2,000 is available to students with a 3.25 GPA. This scholarship will only be available to those students who have completed at least 45 hours of transferable academic credit (non-technical) coursework. Application deadline is May 1st.

Foundation Scholarships are generously donated to the University at various amounts with various requirements per the donor's discretion. Each applicant is allowed to apply for those they qualify for, with the possibility of being awarded only one. Most Foundation Scholarship applications are available beginning in March. https://troy.academicworks.com/

Scholarship applicants must be accepted through Admissions prior to applying for scholarships.

Tuskegee University

Transfer Scholarships https://www.tuskegee.edu/programs-courses/scholarships/transfer-student-scholarships

Transfer Student Scholarships Transfer students are a vital and growing part of the Tuskegee University student body. A limited number of renewable merit scholarship opportunities are set aside exclusively for incoming transfer students who have shown previous academic success and outstanding promise prior to their enrollment. There is no separate scholarship application. All transfer students are considered for these opportunities on the basis of their admissions applications and supporting documentation (e.g. official transcripts, etc.). Please note, the Alabama Transfer Incentive Grant is ONLY for qualified Alabama residents.

2019-2020 Academic Scholarships and Grants for Transfer Students Earned Hours Cumulative Accepted Transfer Cumulative College GPA Scholarship Name Award Details Required Each College GPA Credit Hours Required for Renewal Year to Renew Tuskegee University Full-tuition and 3.50 20 3.25 30 Merit Scholarship $800 Book Stipend - 16 -

Tuskegee University 3.20 25 $5,000 per year 3.00 30 Transfer Grant Alabama Transfer $5,000 per year 3.00 14 3.00 30 Incentive Grant plus Housing

Merit Based Scholarship and Grant Policies  Scholarship and grant funds awarded, once combined with Federal Student Aid and any external awards cannot exceed the total cost of attendance.  If your Federal Student Aid Report (SAR) reveals that you are eligible for Federal Grant Aid, your institutional scholarship and grant awards will be adjusted.  Scholarship and grant awards DO NOT cover the University's non-refundable pre-enrollment/matriculation fee.  Recipients of the aforementioned University Transfer Merit Scholarships and Grants must meet the cumulative grade point average and completed credit hours for EACH academic year to maintain the award.  Scholarships and grants that are revoked cannot be reinstated.  Scholarships and grants are only awarded beginning in the FALL semester of an academic year.  Scholarships and grants are subject to the availability of University funds and the completion of the Free Application for Federal Student Aid.

University of Alabama

Scholarships for Transfer Students http://scholarships.ua.edu/transfer/

To be considered for the following scholarships, students must submit all admissions and scholarship application materials to the University of Alabama by March 1 before the fall in which they plan to enroll. Eligible students must transfer from a community college with at least a 3.5 cumulative GPA and 45 hours of completed coursework. Students may not have attended UA or any other four-year institution in order to be eligible for transfer scholarships.

Automatic Scholarships To qualify for these automatic offers, students must be in-state residents and transfer from an Alabama community college.  Community College Distinguished Scholarship - A student with a 3.75 - 4.0 cumulative GPA and at least 45 hours of transferable coursework will receive $5,000 per year for two years (four semesters).  Community College Achievement Scholarship - A student with a 3.5 - 3.74 cumulative GPA and at least 45 hours of transferable coursework will receive $3,000 per year for two years (four semesters).  Phi Theta Kappa Honors Scholarship - Students who transfer from an Alabama community college with a 3.5 GPA, have at least 45 hours of transferable coursework, select the PTK Scholarship on the scholarship application, and show proof of membership will receive $1,500 per year for two years (four semesters). This award cannot be combined with full-tuition scholarships.  All-Alabama Academic Team Scholarship - Students named to the team will receive $1,000 per year plus a book grant of $300 for two years (four semesters).

Competitive Scholarships Competitive scholarships are offered to students who exhibit strong leadership experience, community involvement, and academic excellence. To be considered for the competitive scholarships below, students must be in-state residents, complete the scholarship application, and transfer from a community college. Students awarded a competitive scholarship who are also eligible for an automatic award will receive the scholarship with the higher value.

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 Community College Presidential Scholarship - Tuition for two years (four semesters). To be considered for this award, LBWCC students must have a minimum 3.5 cumulative gpa with a minimum of 45 credit hours, have completed the University Transfer Scholarship Application by Feb 15, 2019, and must also submit the submit UA scholarship application by March 1, 2019.  Financial Aid Community College Honors Scholarship - Tuition for two years (four semesters)  Community College Excellence Scholarship - Tuition for two years (four semesters)  National Alumni Association Community College Honors Scholarship - $2,000 per year plus a book grant of $300 for two years (four semesters)

SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION PROCESS Transfer students must submit the following by March 1 to the University of Alabama prior to their intended fall enrollment to be considered for competitive academic scholarships:  The application for admission  The application for scholarships  Official college transcripts from all colleges attended To complete the scholarship application, go to myBama, log in, click the Admissions/Scholarships tab, and select the Application for Scholarships link in the Scholarships box. Once a scholarship application has been submitted, changes cannot be made to the application online. All changes must be submitted to the Office of Undergraduate Admissions and Scholarships using our contact form.

University of Alabama at Birmingham

Transfer Academic Scholarships http://www.uab.edu/students/paying-for-college/scholarships/transfer

New students transferring from 2-year community colleges are automatically considered for the following scholarships upon admission to UAB. Eligible students may only receive 1 of the following 3 awards. All scholarships are awarded as funds are available and are renewable for a total of two years. Transfer Academic Annual Required Available to Phi Theta Kappa Members Scholarships for 2019- Amount GPA 2020 Phi Theta Kappa $6,000 3.5-4.0 Yes Membership must be noted on your official community college transcript, or faculty sponsors may submit a letter to UAB Undergraduate Admissions on school letterhead, verifying your membership. All documentation must be received by the March 1 deadline for fall admits (November 1 deadline for spring admits). Transfer Excellence $3,000 3.75-4.0 No Transfer Scholarship of $2,000 3.5-3.74 No Distinction Transfer Pathway $1,000 3.25-3.49 No

Fall Admits To be eligible for an academic scholarship, transfer students must:  Be admitted to UAB by March 1 for the upcoming summer or fall semester. (International students, current high school seniors, and students with previous coursework from another 4-year institution will not be considered.)

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 Be currently enrolled in transferrable coursework at a community college.  Have earned at least 45 semester hours of transferrable coursework prior to the March 1 deadline.  Have a minimum GPA of 3.25, including your most recent fall grades. (If admitted to UAB prior to fall grades posting, students must send an official transcript that includes fall grades by March 1. Non- transferrable coursework, such as technical or remedial courses, will not be calculated in GPA.) Spring Admits To be eligible for an academic scholarship, transfer students must:  Be admitted to UAB by November 1 for the upcoming spring semester. (International students, current high school seniors, and students with previous coursework from another 4-year institution will not be considered.)  Be currently enrolled in transferrable coursework at a community college.  Have earned at least 45 semester hours of transferrable coursework prior to the November 1 deadline.  Have a minimum GPA of 3.25, including your most recent summer grades, if applicable. (If admitted to UAB prior to summer grades posting, students must send an official transcript that includes all coursework earned through summer by November 1. Non-transferrable coursework, such as technical or remedial courses, will not be calculated in GPA.)

University of Alabama at Huntsville

Transfer Scholarships http://www.uah.edu/admissions/undergraduate/financial-aid/scholarships/transfer-student-scholarships

UAH recognizes the academic success of new transfer students who are seeking their first bachelor's degree by offering special two-year transfer scholarship awards. No separate scholarship application is required. Students who submit an Application for Admission and official transcripts are automatically eligible for consideration.

Students must be seeking their first bachelor's degree, be admitted to UAH to be eligible for these awards. Transfer Merit Scholarship Super Scholar Transfer Scholarship Minimum GPA 3 3.5 Transferrable College Credit at least 24 credit hours at least 24 credit hours Amount Awarded Annually for 2 years $1,500 $3,000

If your GPA increases once we receive your final transcript and it puts you in a higher scholarship bracket, we will automatically upgrade your scholarship. Scholarship values are for the 2019-2020 academic year only and are subject to change without notice. Competitive Scholarships

UAH's Competitive Scholarships are available to transfer students as well as current students. They are funded by individual or corporate endowments, and their disbursement is overseen by the Scholarship Division of the Office of Financial Aid. For more information or questions about any of UAH’s Competitive Scholarships, please contact the Office of Financial Aid directly.

Important Scholarship Dates August 1 Competitive scholarships application available December 15 Deadline for priority consideration of competitive scholarships (student must be admitted). January-April Competitive scholarship application review April 1 Financial Aid award letters mailed or emailed Once a Competitive Scholarship application has been submitted, changes can only be made by contacting the Office of Financial Aid.

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University of Louisiana at Monroe

Scholarships for Transfer Students http://www.ulm.edu/scholarships/transfer.html

All recipients must be U.S. citizens, first time, full-time enrollment at ULM, and pursuing their first (bachelor) degree (if a student has earned an associate degree, he/she is eligible to apply for the Transfer Scholarships). GPA and earned hours are calculated on all college-level course work (remedial course work is not included in GPA and earned hour calculations). To be considered for a Transfer Scholarship, applicants must submit final, official transcripts from all colleges/universities previously attended, Phi Theta Kappa membership documentation (if applicable) and official ACT or SAT scores if required for the scholarship. Students admitted to the professional pharmacy program are ineligible for transfer scholarships. Students are eligible for only one transfer scholarship. ULM Online students are not eligible for transfer scholarships.

Community College Achievement Award* ($1000 per year/$2000 total) To qualify for this award, students must have a minimum 3.0 cumulative collegiate transfer GPA, have earned 45-70 college-level hours and transfer directly from a community college. The award is valid for four semesters or until graduation, whichever comes first. To retain the scholarship, recipients must maintain full-time, continuous enrollment (fall and spring semesters); successfully earn a minimum of 30 hours each academic year at the awarding institution, August through July (credits from Advanced Placement, Dual Enrollment, CLEP or credit by exam are not included in earned hours); maintain a 3.0 GPA each semester; and maintain a cumulative 3.0 GPA. Awarded if funds are available.

Freshman Transfer Award* ($2,000 per year) Students must meet the following requirements in order to be eligible to receive the Freshman Transfer Award for seven semesters, or graduation, whichever comes first: completed no more than one semester (minimum 12 hours) or one quarter (minimum 9 hours), transfer with a minimum 3.5 final cumulative high school GPA, and scored at least a 25 ACT / 1200 SAT (March 2016-present) / 1130 SAT (prior to March 2016). Score must be earned by the December test of the student’s last year of high school. To retain the scholarship, recipients must maintain full-time, continuous enrollment (fall and spring semesters); successfully earn a minimum of 30 hours each academic year at the awarding institution, August through July (credits from Advanced Placement, Dual Enrollment, CLEP or credit by exam are not included in earned hours); maintain a 3.0 GPA each semester; and maintain a cumulative 3.0 GPA.

Phi Theta Kappa Transfer Award* ($1200 per year/$2400 total) Members of Phi Theta Kappa with a 3.5 minimum cumulative collegiate transfer GPA on all college-level courses are eligible for this scholarship as funds are available. The award is valid for four semesters or graduation, whichever comes first. To retain the scholarship, recipients must maintain full-time, continuous enrollment (fall and spring semesters); successfully earn a minimum of 30 hours each academic year at the awarding institution, August through July (credits from Advanced Placement, Dual Enrollment, CLEP or credit by exam are not included in earned hours); maintain a 3.0 GPA each semester; and maintain a cumulative 3.0 GPA. This award may not be combined with any other ULM institutional award. *Scholarships MAY be awarded as funds are available. Priority Application Deadlines: January 1 (Spring Semester) and August 1 (Fall Semester)

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University of Mobile

Traditional Undergraduate Students www.umobile.edu/transfer

Once you complete the admissions process you are automatically considered for an academic scholarship award. In addition to academic merit awards, UMobile also offers a variety of talent-based scholarships. Our enrollment counselors can help guide you in applying for a variety of grants, loans and work-study programs that can help lower your out-of-pocket college payment.

Phi Theta Kappa Scholarship: $2,000 (per yr.) No application required. Proof of the membership required (copy of ID card or certificate).

Transfer Merit Scholarships (will stack with PTK):  Merit Level 4: 3.5 and above $7,000 annually  Merit Level 3: 3.25-3.499 $6,000 annually  Merit Level 2: 2.75-3.249 $5,000 annually  Merit Level 1: 2.25-2.749 $4,000 annually

University of Mississippi

Community College Transfer Student Scholarships http://finaid.olemiss.edu/transfer_scholarships/ Community College Transfer Students may be eligible for scholarships offered by the University of Mississippi. To be eligible for any scholarships listed below, students must be transferring to Ole Miss directly from community college. A minimum of 48 community college hours must be accepted for transfer. The calculation of this transfer GPA will include the grades from all prior colleges attended.

Lyceum Scholar Awards  Award Amount: Full resident tuition for two year ($8,550 for the 2018-19 year)  Eligibility: Community College Transfer students with at least a 3.0 transfer GPA on at least 48 transferable community college credit hours and an exemplary record of leadership and service.  How to Apply: Complete the Community College Transfer Scholarship Application.

Community College Leadership Scholarships  Award Amount: $6,000 ($3,000 per year for two years)  Eligibility: Community College Transfer students with at least a 3.0 transfer GPA on at least 48 transferable community college credit hours and an exemplary record of leadership and service.  How to Apply: Complete the Community College Transfer Scholarship Application.

Mississippi Community College Advantage Scholarship  Award Amount: $8,000 ($4,000 per year)  Eligibility: Community College transfer students who are MS residents with at least 48 community college transfer hours and at least a 2.5 or higher overall transfer GPA. Students must be eligible for a Federal Pell Grant and have a family adjusted gross income of $30,000 or less (as reported on the previous year’s Federal tax return.). This is a competitive scholarship and 25 awards are made each year.  How to Apply:To be considered for this scholarship, transfer students must file a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) by March 1, and complete the online Community College Transfer Scholarship Application.  Deadline: March 1.

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Phi Theta Kappa Scholarship 1  Award Amount: $14,000 ($7,000 per year for two years)  Eligibility: Transfer students with a GPA between 3.25 and 3.49 on at least 48 transferable community college credit hours and membership in Phi Theta Kappa. Members of the All Mississippi Team will receive an additional one-time only $1,000 scholarship and an additional $1,000 one-time only scholarship will be awarded to those students who become members of the All American Team. Nonresidents will receive an additional $7,000 per year for two years toward the nonresident fee.  How to Apply: No separate application required; PTK indicated on official transcript or students may bring a copy of the PTK membership card to the Office of Financial Aid. or fax a copy to 662-915-1164.

Phi Theta Kappa Scholarship 2  Award Amount: $16,000 ($8,000 per year for two years)  Eligibility: Transfer students with a GPA of 3.5 or higher on at least 48 transferable community college credit hours and membership in Phi Theta Kappa. Members of the All Mississippi Team will receive an additional one-time only $1,000 scholarship and an additional $1,000 one-time only scholarship will be awarded to those students who become members of the All American Team. Nonresidents will receive an additional $7,000 per year for two years toward the nonresident fee.  How to Apply: No separate application required; PTK indicated on official transcript or students may bring a copy of the PTK membership card to the Office of Financial Aid. or fax a copy to 662-915-1164.

Luckyday University Scholarship  Award Amount: $10,000 (up to $5,000 per year)  Eligibility: These scholarships are awarded to a select group of 25 community college transfer students with a 2.5 overall GPA on at least 48 transferable community college credit hours. Student’s receiving this award must be resident of Mississippi and must be transferring from Mississippi community college. In addition, students selected must have remaining financial need as determined by the Free Application for Federal student Aid (FAFSA) after other scholarships and grants have been awarded.  How to Apply: To be considered for this scholarship, transfer students must file the FAFSA by March 1 and complete the online Luckyday University Scholarship Application.

Community College Academic Excellence 1 Scholarship  Award Amount: $6,000 ($3,000 per year for two years)  Eligibility: These scholarships are awarded to community college transfer students with a 3.0 – 3.49 overall transfer GPA or higher and 48 transferable community college credit hours. Students must be enrolled full-time to receive this award. This award cannot be stacked with Phi Theta Kappa Scholarships.  How to Apply: Students must complete the University of Mississippi admissions application. There is no additional application required.

Community College Academic Excellence 2 Scholarship  Award Amount: $8,000 ($4,000 per year for two years)  Eligibility:These scholarships are awarded to community college transfer students with a 3.5 or higher overall transfer GPA and 48 transferable community college credit hours. Students must be enrolled full-time to receive this award. Non-residents will receive an additional $3,000 per year for two years toward the non-resident fee. This award cannot be stacked with Phi Theta Kappa Scholarships.  How to Apply: Students must complete the University of Mississippi admissions application. There is no additional application required.

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New Century Scholarship  Award Amount: Full resident tuition for two year ($8,550 for the 2018-19 year)  Eligibility: Transfer students with a 3.00 overall transfer GPA on at least 48 transferable community college credit hours and named a New Century Scholar. Non-Resident students will receive an additional scholarship to cover their full non-resident fee for two years ($14,268 for the 2016-17 year).  How to Apply: No separate application required; Student must provide documentation of credential to the Office of Financial Aid. or fax a copy to 662-915-1164.

Community College Student Body President  Award Amount: $3,000 ($1,500 per year for two years)  Eligibility: Community College Transfer students who served in the top elected position at their Community College. These scholarships are awarded to community college transfer students with a 3.0 overall transfer GPA or higher and 48 transferable community college credit hours. Students must be enrolled full-time to receive this award.  How to Apply: Provide documentation of status to the Office of Financial Aid. Documentation may be faxed to 662-915-1164.

Phi Theta Kappa President  Award Amount: $2,000 ($1,000 per year for two years)  Eligibility: Community College Transfer students who served as the President of Phi Theta Kappa at their Community College. These scholarships are awarded to community college transfer students with a 3.25 overall transfer GPA or higher and 48 transferable community college credit hours. Students must be enrolled full-time to receive this award.  How to Apply: Provide documentation of status to the Office of Financial Aid. Documentation may be faxed to 662-915-1164.

Osher Reentry Scholarship  Award Amount: Up to $2,500 per year ($1,250/semester)  Eligibility: Students who are pursuing their first baccalaureate degree; have experienced a cumulative gap in their education of five or more years since High School graduation or attainment of GED; who are enrolled at least half-time, are US Citizens between 25 and 50 years old; and have demonstrated financial need as determined by the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).  How to Apply: Apply for admission to The University of Mississippi and complete online Osher Reentry Scholarship Application.  Deadline: July 1st to complete the OSHER REENTRY Scholarship Application and students must have a completed Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) on file with the Office of Financial Aid. Priority date is June 1st.

University of Montevallo

Transfer Scholarships https://www.montevallo.edu/admissions-aid/undergraduate-admissions/scholarships/transfers/

Transfer students must submit an application for admission to the University along with all official college transcripts by the indicated scholarship deadline. Priority is given to transfer students who apply by June 1st. After the priority date, transfer scholarships are awarded on a funds available basis. Scholarships are renewable for one additional year with a minimum cumulative 3.0 GPA at UM.

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The information listed below is in effect beginning with the 2018-2019 academic year. For scholarship information concerning current scholarship recipients, please refer to your scholarship award letter or contact the Office of Admissions.

Transfer Academic Recognition Scholarship $3,000 per year. Available to transfer students from junior and community colleges. A minimum 3.25 GPA and 30 transfer credit hours are required for scholarship consideration. Scholarships are renewable with a minimum cumulative 3.0 GPA at UM.

Phi Theta Kappa Scholarship $1,000 per year. Available to junior and community college transfer students who are members of Phi Theta Kappa. The award may be combined with another transfer scholarship. Scholarships are renewable with a minimum cumulative 3.0 GPA at UM.

Transfer Minority Scholarship $3,000 per year. Available to minority transfer students from junior and community colleges. A minimum 3.00 GPA and 30 transfer credit hours are required for scholarship consideration. This award is not stackable with the Transfer Academic Recognition Scholarship.

University of North Alabama

Transfer Scholarships https://www.una.edu/financial-aid/transfer-scholarships.html

Phi Theta Kappa Scholarships • $4,000/Year • Minimum 3.25 Transferable GPA and • Minimum of 48 Transferable Credit Hours • Membership in PTK must be in "good standing." To be considered for a PTK Scholarship, a student must apply for admission (which requires an application, application fee, and all transcripts) to the University and have a letter of recommendation from a PTK advisor stating that the student is in "good standing" with PTK. All requirements must be met by June 1, 2018. There is no separate formal scholarship application.

Community College Scholarship • $2,000/Year • Minimum 3.00 Transferable GPA and • Minimum of 48 Transferable Credit Hours To be considered for a Community College Scholarship, a student must apply for admission (which requires an application, application fee, and all transcripts) to the University. All requirements must be met by June 1, 2018. There is no separate formal scholarship application.

 Spring 2019 Transfer Scholarship Deadline: November 1, 2018  Fall 2019 Transfer Scholarship Priority Deadline: March 1, 2019  Fall 2019 Transfer Scholarship Deadline: June 1, 2019

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University of South Alabama

Scholarships for Transfer Students https://www.southalabama.edu/departments/financialaffairs/scholarships/transferstudents.html

USA offers a variety of scholarships to admitted Community College transfer students based on criteria such as academics and academic extracurricular activities. These scholarships are competitive and do require an application. Please note that for the purposes of these scholarships, you will only be considered if you have earned at least 48 credit hours at an approved community college.

To ensure consideration, students accepted for admission must apply through the JagSPOT portal prior to the transfer priority deadline. For questions about specific requirements or how to apply please contact the Office of Scholarship Services. Community College Transfer Scholarships (for students paying IN-STATE tuition)  For community college students enrolling in the fall semester.  Provides $1,500 per year scholarship for up to two years.  Minimum GPA of 3.50* with at least 48 earned hours from their two-year institution.  All transfer students, who have been admitted to USA by June 15th for the fall term and have met the Community College Transfer Scholarship requirements, will be reviewed. There will be no additional application required. Students may only receive either the Phi Theta Kappa Transfer Scholarship or the Community College Transfer Scholarship. Students receiving University scholarships will have the award credited to their tuition and fees due each semester. Any balance from scholarships may be used to pay for associated academic costs such as books at the USA Bookstore, USA Housing and USA Food Service. Annual University scholarships are split between Fall and Spring semesters. Any awards or scholarships funded by USA are considered institutional aid. Some examples of institutional aid are admission-based scholarships, departmental awards, employee tuition assistance, housing benefits and athletic scholarships. USA reserves the right to adjust aid if a student receives multiple scholarship awards or exceeds the institutional maximum. * The transfer GPA that is used for scholarship consideration, is the official USA Admissions Transfer GPA. This grade point average is calculated by the Office of Admissions, and is a cumulative GPA that includes all coursework taken at all previous post-secondary institutions. For questions about your Transfer GPA please contact the Office of Admissions.

Phi Theta Kappa Transfer Scholarships (for students paying IN-STATE tuition)  Available to Phi Theta Kappa members enrolling in the fall semester.  Provides $2,000 scholarships annually for up to two years.  Minimum GPA of 3.50* with at least 48 earned hours from their two-year institution.  Must be admitted to USA and have completed the scholarship application in JagSPOT by June 15th.  Phi Theta Kappa members must submit a letter of recommendation from your PTK college advisor. Students may only receive either the Phi Theta Kappa Transfer Scholarship or the Community College Transfer Scholarship. Students receiving University scholarships will have the award credited to their tuition and fees due each semester. Any balance from scholarships may be used to pay for associated academic costs such as books at the USA Bookstore, USA Housing and USA Food Service. Annual University scholarships are split between Fall and Spring semesters. Any awards or scholarships funded by USA are considered institutional aid. Some examples of institutional aid are admission-based scholarships, departmental awards, employee tuition assistance, housing benefits and

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All-State Academic Team 1st & 2nd Team (for students paying IN-STATE tuition)  Available to All-State CC Academic Team members.  Provides $1,000 per year scholarship for up to two years.  Minimum GPA of a 3.75* with at least 48 earned hours from their two-year institution.  Must provide documentation of All-State Academic 1st or 2nd Team.  Must be admitted to USA and have completed the scholarship application in JagSPOT by June 15th. Students receiving University scholarships will have the award credited to their tuition and fees due each semester. Any balance from scholarships may be used to pay for associated academic costs such as books at the USA Bookstore, USA Housing and USA Food Service. Annual University scholarships are split between Fall and Spring semesters. Any awards or scholarships funded by USA are considered institutional aid. Some examples of institutional aid are admission-based scholarships, departmental awards, employee tuition assistance, housing benefits and athletic scholarships. USA reserves the right to adjust aid if a student receives multiple scholarship awards or exceeds the institutional maximum. * The transfer GPA that is used for scholarship consideration, is the official USA Admissions Transfer GPA. This grade point average is calculated by the Office of Admissions, and is a cumulative GPA that includes all coursework taken at all previous post-secondary institutions. For questions about your Transfer GPA please contact the Office of Admissions.

University of Southern Mississippi

Transfer Academic Scholarships https://www.usm.edu/undergraduate-scholarships/transfer-academic-scholarships All Fall Transfer Scholarships require that a student be admitted to the University by the August 1 deadline. All Spring Transfer Scholarships require that a student be admitted to the University by the January 5 deadline. All supporting documentation must be submitted online by the scholarship deadline.

COMMUNITY/JUNIOR COLLEGE TRANSFER ACADEMIC SCHOLARSHIP  Automatic consideration upon admission  Value is $2,000 per semester. Total value is $4,000 - $8,000, depending on transfer credit hours.  Students with 48-89 transfer credit hours will receive the scholarship for 2 years (4 fall/spring semesters).  Students with 90-119 transfer credit hours will receive the scholarship for 1 year (2 fall/spring semesters).  Students with a cumulative college transfer GPA of 3.0 or above are eligible.  Students transferring from any accredited institution are eligible.  Can be stacked with the PTK Scholarship, Mississippi All-Academic First State/National Team Scholarship, Transfer Eagle Scout/Gold Award Scholarship, and Mississippi Community/Junior College President’s Scholarship.

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UNIVERSITY TRANSFER ACADEMIC SCHOLARSHIP  Students must apply in the Golden Opportunities Scholarship and Competitive Programs Application System (GO System). Standardized test scores and high school transcript must be submitted to the Office of Admissions by published deadlines.  Value is $2,000 per semester. Total value is $4,000 - $12,000, depending on transfer credit hours.  Eligible students must have a minimum 21 composite ACT score, a 3.0 core high school GPA and a 3.0 cumulative college transfer GPA.  Students with less than 48 transfer credit hours from a four-year institution will receive the scholarship for 3 years (6 fall/spring semesters).  Students with 48-89 transfer credit hours from a four-year institution will receive the scholarship for 2 years (4 fall/spring semesters).  Students with 90-119 transfer credit hours from a four-year institution will receive the scholarship for 1

year (2 fall/spring semesters)

University of Tennessee

Volunteer Transfer Scholarship https://onestop.utk.edu/scholarships/transfers/

The Volunteer Transfer Scholarship will be awarded for up to two years to students with a 3.25+ UT-calculated GPA who have received an AA or AS degree and who wish to complete their college education at the UT Knoxville. Transfer students with an AAS degree do not qualify. The scholarship is available to in-state or out- of-state transfer students who have received an associate’s degree from a Tennessee Board of Regents (TBR) community college. Scholarships will be awarded to incoming eligible students beginning fall 2017 and any entry term after that. You must enroll at UT for the fall or spring semester immediately following your completion of your community college degree. Prior enrollment in a four-year institution forfeits eligibility. You must be a US citizen or permanent resident to be considered. Award amounts for eligible students are based on the following criteria: GPA Annual Amount UT calculated transfer GPA Awarded annually up to two years (four semesters) 3.25–3.49 $1,500 3.50–3.74 $3,000 3.75+ $5,000 In order to keep the Volunteer Transfer Scholarship, you are required to maintain a 3.0 UT-cumulative GPA, federal Satisfactory Progress (SAP), and maintain continuous full-time enrollment throughout each fall and spring semester. Phi Theta Kappa Member Twenty-five scholarships have been designated for Phi Theta Kappa members who will graduate with an AA or an AS degree or have completed 60 semester hours of earned transferable credit. The scholarships are open to qualified students from any institution. A GPA of 3.5 at the two-year institution is required, along with a letter of recommendation from the Phi Theta Kappa campus advisor. The stipend is $1,000 for in-state students, $2,000 for out-of-state students. The award is for one year and is renewable. You must be admitted to UT by April 1 to be eligible for this scholarship. The application deadline is April 1.

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One-Year Scholarships There is a wide range of one-year scholarships available to students who submit the transfer student scholarship application by July 1. They are awarded on the basis of merit and/or need. Most award amounts are between $500 and $2,500. The criteria for these scholarships varies, but awards are usually based on some combination of the following factors:  Merit/Academics  Financial need  Leadership  Community service  County of residence  High school attended  Ethnic background  Work experience

Many of these scholarships are renewable, and students can receive these awards for one or more years based on the availability of funding.

University of West Alabama

Community College Transfer Scholarships https://uwa.edu/admissions/undergraduate/scholarships

To apply for transfer scholarships from the Admissions office, UWA applicants should fill out the Trustee Scholarship Application found at http://rf.uwa.edu/scholarship. (You will need your Campus Identification Number that is emailed to you after you complete the UWA admissions application.) Priority Scholarship Deadline: April 15, 2019

Academic Transfer Award  Available to transfer students with a 3.0 or higher GPA. These awards are $2,000 per year and are renewable for up to two academic years with a minimum 3.0 GPA. Must submit UWA scholarship application.

Phi Theta Kappa Award  Available to entering transfer students with a 3.25 or higher GPA. These awards are $2,500 per year and are renewable for up to two academic years with a minimum 3.0 GPA. Must submit UWA scholarship application. Presidential Award  Available to entering transfer students with a minimum 3.0 GPA and the recommendation of the Community College President. These awards are $2,750 per year and are renewable for up to two academic years with a minimum 3.0 GPA. To be considered for this award, LBWCC students must complete the University Transfer Scholarship Application by Feb 15, 2019 and must also submit the submit UWA scholarship application. In the event you qualify for more than one of the above scholarships, you will be awarded the one which is for the larger amount.

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University of West Florida

Transfer Scholarships http://uwf.edu/admissions/undergraduate/cost-and-financial-aid/awards-and-scholarships/transfers/ Transfer students who complete the FAFSA and are offered admission by the priority deadline will be considered for transfer scholarships. Scholarships are awarded based on availability of funds and priority is given based on first-come, first-serve basis.

Priority Deadlines: Spring: November 1 Summer/ Fall: April 1

Phi Theta Kappa (PTK) Membership  Members of PTK are encouraged to submit the FAFSA and send proof of membership to [email protected] for special scholarship consideration.

Admissions' Foundation Scholarships (Fall & Summer only) | Value: Amounts Vary  Through generous support from alumni, friends, corporations, foundations and others, UWF is able to offer various foundation scholarship opportunities. To apply complete the application by March 1.

University of West Georgia

Transfer Student Scholarships https://www.westga.edu/student-services/financialaid/scholarships.php

Out-of-State Tuition Waiver Scholarship (Fall Semester Entry Term)

This scholarship opportunity is in the form of a tuition waiver and is intended as an incentive for students who reside out the state of Georgia to affordably attend the University of West Georgia. All applicants must be willing to participate in an interview as part of the selection process. The out-of-state tuition waiver is renewable, which means that it will be available to students who meet satisfactory academic progress during their UWG career. Students who receive the out-of-state tuition waiver scholarship will have the out-of-state portion of their tuition waived and will only be responsible for the in-state rate of tuition, as with all other Georgia residents. This award does not qualify students for the HOPE Scholarship (only for Georgia residents) and will require a set amount of service hours for students to 'give back' to UWG as a condition for their scholarship. Examples of service hour activities include helping in the UWG and Carrollton communities, helping with Admissions events such as Preview Day, attending recruitment events with the Recruitment Team, etc.

TRANSFER Foundation Scholarship

UWG is committed to offering scholarships to all incoming student types, including transfer students. UWG’s Transfer Foundation Scholarship Program is a competitive merit scholarship program designed to recognize exemplary academic success in varying amounts up to $5,000. Qualified candidates must have a transfer gpa of at least 3.0 (calculated by the UWG Office of Admissions) and a desire to become involved in volunteer student leadership opportunities within the Admissions Office, Office of Housing & Residence Life, or community service activities while at UWG.

TRANSFER Phi Theta Kappa Foundation Scholarship

UWG is committed to offering scholarships to all incoming student types, including transfer students. The Phi Theta Kappa Transfer Foundation Scholarship is designed for incoming transfer students who have a transfer GPA of 3.5 or higher on all transferable coursework, have earned an associate's degree, and are a current member of a Phi Theta Kappa chapter.

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