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Transfer Student Scholarship

Reducing the cost of college for students transferring to SAU

Explore eligibility for the Transfer Student Scholarship, which provides significant tuition savings for transfer students.

Transfer Student Scholarship Details

Every student transferring to St. Ambrose University is eligible for a $20,000 Transfer Student Scholarship, making it affordable for students to complete their degree at SAU. Explore eligibility to ease your financial concerns as you transfer to St. Ambrose University.

Transfer Student Scholarship eligibility details

How to apply for the Transfer Student Scholarship

Applying for a scholarship is easy. Follow these steps.

Apply to SAU

To qualify for the Transfer Student Scholarship, you need to apply to SAU and meet eligibility requirements. Complete the application and enroll at SAU.

Apply to SAU

Complete your FAFSA application

Once you’ve been admitted to SAU, complete the FAFSA application and include the SAU school code 001889.

Fill out FAFSA

Review your financial aid offer

The Transfer Student Scholarship is automatically awarded. Look for it on your financial aid offer, and contact Financial Aid with any questions.

Email Financial Aid

Other ways to reduce tuition

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Credit for prior learning

Credit for prior learning recognizes your existing knowledge and skills, expediting your degree jour

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Transfer credits

Transfer credits honor your previous coursework, fast-tracking your academic journey.

Uncover the SAU difference

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Veteran/military benefits

Discover benefits you qualify for and ease your transition to college with veteran/military benefits.

Explore veteran/military benefits

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Become who you are meant to be

Invest in your future. Contact SAU's Student Financial Aid to learn what assistance options are available so you can become who you're meant to be.