University of Evansville : Scholarships for Transfer Students

To apply for any of the scholarships listed below, check the appropriate box on the University of Evansville Transfer Student Admission Application. If you qualify for more than one of the awards, you will receive the one of the highest value. Each award is renewable annually, based on specific criteria that will be outlined in your award notification. No gift assistance is available to students who already have a bachelor's degree.

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Academic Scholarship

Competitive scholarships ranging from $6,500 to $9,000 per year.
Based on GPA at previous institution(s). In some situations high school records will be considered.
Minimum college GPA 3.00.

Art, Music and Theatre Scholarships

Same criteria as above except this scholarship is for students majoring in art, music or theatre.
An audition or portfolio presentation is required as part of the application.
Contact the department directly to schedule an audition/portfolio presentation.

Phi Theta Kappa Scholarship

For members of Phi Theta Kappa Honorary at their community colleges.
Award is $10,500 per year.

Legacy Award

Available to children and grandchildren of UE graduates.
Award is $6,500 per year.

United Methodist Scholarship

Available to students who are members of the United Methodist Church and are recommended by their minister.
Award is $6,000 per year.

Cultural Diversity Award

Awarded to students who demonstrate a commitment to cultural diversity. Available to all students with selection based upon a record of achievement, student leadership, and community involvement.
Awards range from $6,500 to $9,000 per year.

Athletic Scholarship

Available for all men's and women's sports.
Awards are made at the discretion of each coach.

IMPORTANT NOTE: The preceding seven awards cannot be combined. Even though you may qualify for more than one, you will be awarded only the one of highest value.

Ensemble Participation Grant*

Award is given on the basis of an audition in the Department of Music. It goes to non-music majors whose talents qualify them to participate in band, choir or orchestra.
Grant is for $400 annually and is renewable as long as you continue to participate.

Sibling Scholarship*

Available to current UE students who have a brother or sister who enrolls at UE.
Award is $1,500 a year for the first student attending UE and is given each year for as long as both remain full-time. Entering twins or triplets would each receive $1,000 a year.

UE Academic Achievement Award*

This award is for current UE students who achieve a cumulative college Grade Point Average of at least 3.40. The award is $500 for each year and is cumulative. Therefore, the award could be $500 for the sophomore year, $1,000 for the junior year, and $1,500 for the senior year, provided that a 3.40 cumulative GPA is maintained.

*The Ensemble Participation Grant, Sibling Scholarship and UE Academic Achievement Award may be added to other merit awards.