Institutional-Specific Awards
Towson
University
Towson University awards a limited number of academic scholarships each year to transfer students. Students who wish to be considered for these scholarship opportunities are encouraged to submit required forms no later than December 1.
For additional information on available academic
scholarships please visit the Towson University Scholarship Seeker
website at:
http://onestop.towson.edu/ss/
Molly Caitlin Counihan Endowed Scholarship
(Towson Students
Only)
This endowed scholarship is awarded to a student entering the Towson University dual certification program in Elementary and Special Education at the Universities at Shady Grove. To qualify, student candidates must meet the following criteria:
- Must be transferring from Montgomery College to the USG/Towson Education program
- Hold a 2.75 GPA or higher
- Incoming Junior or Senior
Award: The minimum award is $800 annually.
University of Baltimore
Undergraduate Scholarships for Full-Time Students
All new incoming undergraduates will be automatically considered for merit- and need-based awards. A separate application is not required. Scholarship criteria can be found at www.ubalt.edu/admissions/scholarships/tranfer_program.html. To be considered for these scholarships, students must:
- Apply for and be admitted to a degree seeking program and submit all required credentials (including transcripts from ALL previously attended colleges and universities) prior to the deadline dates of Jan. 1 for the spring semester and Aug. 1 for the fall semester
- Register and maintain full-time continuous enrollment (a minimum of 12 credits per semester*)
- Submit a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) at www.FAFSA.ed.gov by the above deadline dates.
*Students in weekend programs are considered full-time at 9 credits per semester.
Undergraduate Scholarships for Part-Time Students
Scholarships are available for part-time students who have a cross-cumulative GPA of 3.5 or higher. Students must be continuously enrolled part time (6-11 credits) per semester and maintain a 3.25 UB GPA. This scholarship is good for eight semesters. Students must apply for this scholarship and submit the application to the Office of Financial Aid; consideration is not automatic.
Please visit www.ubalt.edu/scholarships to download the Undergraduate Scholarship Application and for more information regarding available scholarships for new and continuing UB students.
University Scholarship for Students with Disabilities
Apply directly to the Office of Disability Support Services - AC 139. Minimum requirements: Maryland resident enrolled as either full- or part-time degree seeking student with GPA of at least 2.5. Requires verification of disability, statement of financial need (including FAFSA and UB institutional financial aid application) & 500 word essay on selected topic. Award covers two years of full-time or four years of part-time study at the undergraduate in-state tuition rate.
For additional information on available academic scholarships please visit the University of Baltimore Undergraduate Scholarship website at: http://www.ubalt.edu/admissions/scholarships/undergraduate.html
University of Maryland, Baltimore
School of Nursing
Financial Assistance is offered by the School of Nursing, the University of Maryland, Baltimore and external agencies. There are a wide variety of financial resources to assist you in meeting your educational goals and expenses. You may be eligible for both merit and need-based financial aid.
Information regarding specific funding sources is listed at: http://nursing.umaryland.edu/admis/financial2.htm
University of Maryland, Baltimore County
Academic Achievement Award for Transfers (AAAT)
This scholarship is awarded to transfer students on the basis of academic
accomplishment.
To qualify, student candidates must meet the following criteria:
- Completed 35 or more credits at the time of application
- Submit an essay with their application for admission
- Be either a full-time or part-time student
Award details are as follows:
- Up to $2500 for each of two academic years
To be considered for this scholarship, students must submit an essay with their application for admission. Please see the UMBC @ Shady Grove application for more information.
Phi Theta Kappa Scholarship
This scholarship is awarded to transfer students on the basis of academic accomplishment and membership in the Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society.
To qualify, student candidates must meet the following criteria:
- Submit proof of PTK membership
- Submit an essay with their application for admission
- Be either a full-time or part-time student
Award details are as follows:
- Range from $2000 to $2500 per year for 2 academic years
To be considered for this scholarship, students must submit an essay with their application for admission. Please see the UMBC @ Shady Grove application for more information.
University of Maryland, College Park
As a College Park student you are eligible for any of the University of Maryland College and Department scholarships.
For additional scholarship information, including tips and resources please visit: http://www.financialaid.umd.edu/Scholarships/
Transfer Academic Excellence Scholarship
This scholarship fund offers full tuition for four consecutive semesters to
four outstanding transfer students. The scholarship committee will review
all applications and select ten finalists for interviews.
To qualify, student candidates must meet the following criteria:
- Be a new applicant for Fall semester or currently enrolled in Spring semester in any of the University of Maryland, College Park programs at Shady Grove
- Be a resident of Maryland for tuition purposes (US Citizen or Permanent Resident)
- Overall cumulative GPA of at least 3.5 for all college work attempted
- Be enrolled as a full-time student (12 credits per semester)
- Completion for 56 credits or an Associates degree from a Maryland community college
Award details are as follows:
- Full tuition for four consecutive semesters
For additional information please go to: http://www.uga.umd.edu/admissions/finaid/scholarshiptransfer.asp
University of Maryland Eastern Shore
Marriott Scholarship
(Hotel and Restaurant Management Students Only)
Due to generous funding from the Marriott Foundation, UMES is able to offer scholarships to students who are Hospitality and Restaurant Management majors.
To qualify, student candidates must meet the following criteria:
- Be a US citizen or Permanent Resident of the US
- Show Financial Need
- A transfer GPA of 2.5 and
- Complete the Application Form and Personal Statement. (Available from the UMES HRM Program Director)
Award: Up to $2000 annually; as long as the student maintains a 2.5 or above GPA.
University of Maryland University College
UMUC Universities at Shady Grove Excellence in Technology Fund
This fund has been established to provide scholarships, including student tuition and technology costs, for residents of Montgomery County, Maryland, who are taking classes through University of Maryland University College at the Universities at Shady Grove.
To qualify, student candidates must meet the following criteria:
Completion of at least 6 undergraduate or graduate credits at UMUC Minimum GPA of 3.0 at UMUC Resident of Montgomery County taking courses on-site or online Must be enrolled for a minimum of 3 credits at Shady Grove
Application Deadline:�� July 1 for fall session, November 1 for spring session
Award details are as follows:
$1,200 per year ($600 per session)
Renewable
For more information please go to: www.umuc.edu/financialaid
UMUC Shady Grove Scholarship
This scholarship is availabe to new UMUC undergradauate students who will take at least half of their courses at the Shady Grove location each session.
To qualify, student candidates must meet the following criteria:
Residence in the state of Maryland or eligible noncitizen Associate's degree earned from a Maryland Community College Minimum GPA of 3.0 from transfer institution Completed Shady Grove scholarship application
Application Deadline: August 1 for fall session, December 1 for spring session
Award details are as follows:
$3,300 per year ($1,650 per session) for full-time study $1,650 per year ($825 per session) for part-time study Renewable For more information please go to: www.umuc.edu/financialaid
Community College Scholarship Program
University of Maryland University College (UMUC) offers this transfer scholarship to outstanding graduates of participating Maryland community colleges. Recipients may be awarded $3300/year for full-time study or $1650 for part-time study.
To qualify, student candidates must meet the following criteria:
- Minimum 3.0 GPA on all college coursework attempted
- An associate’s degree earned in the previous year
- Maryland resident classification for tuition purposes
- Submission of FAFSA and UMUC financial aid data form
Application deadline: Priority Deadline: June 1, but will accept applications after that as long as funds remain available.
For additional information please go to: http://www.umuc.edu/ccsp/