Merit-based transfer scholarships are awarded using information from your admission application. An additional scholarship application is not required.
| Transfer Academic Scholarships | Annual Amount (Fall/Spring) | Required GPA | Available to Phi Theta Kappa Members |
|---|---|---|---|
| Phi Theta Kappa | $6,500 | 3.5-4.0 | Yes* |
| Transfer Excellence | $3,000 | 3.5-4.0 | No |
| Transfer Pathway Scholarship | $1,000 | 3.25-3.49 | 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 (December 1 deadline for spring admits).
**Membership is not required to receive this scholarship (based on cumulative GPA of all transferable coursework).
Scholarship Eligibility
- Admitted to UAB – Must be admitted to an undergraduate program at UAB by the scholarship deadline. (Current high school seniors, former UAB students, students who have received a bachelor’s degree, and students pursuing a certificate-only program will not be considered.)
- Current Enrollment - Must be currently enrolled in transferable coursework at an accredited community college or university.
- GPA - Must have a minimum 3.25 GPA, including your most recent grades. (An updated, official transcript that contains the most recent semester's grades must be received prior to the scholarship deadline. Non-transferable coursework, such as technical or remedial courses, will not be calculated in GPA.)
- Residency - Students must be U.S. citizens or permanent residents.
Priority Scholarship Deadlines
- Spring - December 1
- Fall - March 1
Students who apply after the priority deadline will be considered on a funds-available basis.