Transfer Student Grants and Scholarships
Transfer grants and scholarships are available to newly admitted transfer students. A student is considered a transfer student if they previously matriculated at another college or university prior to starting at Buffalo State as an undergraduate, matriculated student.1 Scholarships are made possible through the generous donations of alumni, faculty, staff, and friends of Buffalo State. (For students starting in fall semester only).
- Merit-based scholarships are awarded to transfer students that displayed academic excellence at their prior school. Students eligible for a merit-based scholarships typically have maintained an A average. Meeting the eligibility criteria is not a guarantee of a merit-based scholarship, but suggests the minimum type of academic performance necessary to be considered. A separate application is not needed to apply; students will automatically be reviewed for eligibility.
- Grants do not take into consideration the student's performance at their prior college(s) and are awarded regardless of income. Grant aid is considered a last-dollar award and is not refundable. A separate application is not needed to apply; students will automatically be reviewed for eligibility.
Scholarships and Grants Offered to New Transfer Students
Scholarship |
Annual Award |
Total Award |
Maximum Semesters |
Merit-Based |
Must Live On-Campus |
GPA to Renew |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Phi Theta Kappa Scholarship 1 (Fall Start) |
$1,500 |
$6,000 |
8 |
Yes |
No |
3.25 |
Transfer Student Merit Scholarship (Fall Start) |
$1,000 |
$1,000 |
2 |
Yes |
No |
3.25 |
Scholarship Details
Phi Theta Kappa Scholarship
Amount: up to $1,500 per year (up to $750 per semester)
Requirements: The Phi Theta Kappa (PTK) scholarship is available to transfer students with a minimum 3.5 cumulative GPA and proof of induction into a Phi Theta Kappa chapter. Eligible students must submit proof of PTK membership to the Office of Admissions.
Renewable: Yes, for four continuous years (fall and spring semesters) of full-time enrollment or until a bachelor's degree is earned, whichever happens first. The recipient must maintain a 3.25 cumulative GPA. GPAs are reviewed after the spring semester.
Transfer Student Merit Scholarships
Transfer students with at least a 3.25 cumulative GPA who will have earned at least 24 college credits after graduating high school will be considered for a transfer merit scholarship on a competitive basis. The scholarship amount is dependent on when the student transfers to Buffalo State. Scholarship recipients must maintain full-time enrollment (12 or more credit hours) to receive the scholarship. Pending availability of funds.
- Fall transfer students will receive $500 their first fall semester, renewable for another $500 in their spring semester if they maintain a 3.25 GPA.
- Spring transfer students will receive $500 their first spring semester.
Disclaimers and Appeals
All scholarships and grants are contingent upon available funds and are subject to change.
The University reserves the right to revoke the student’s award at any time for not meeting the criteria listed.
Students who fail to meet the renewal criteria have a right to appeal if they have extenuating circumstances. The Buffalo State Scholarship/Grant Appeal Form should be completed and emailed to finaid@buffalostate.edu, along with supporting documentation for the appeal reason.
Other Transfer Scholarship Opportunities
New York State Transfer and Articulation Association Scholarship
- Application and information
- Have completed an Associate in Arts, Associate in Science, or Associate in Applied Science from an active NYSTAA two-year member college
- Have a minimum cumulative grade point average of 3.5
- Apply and plan on attending a current four-year NYSTAA member institution
- Complete the attached application and present all required criteria
NOYCE Scholarship
Candidate must be an incoming junior who will declare their major in the sciences or math education programs