Transfer Scholarships
Transfer students are considered for scholarship awards based on incoming transferrable hours, GPA, academic qualification and/or membership in select organizations.
Comet Transfer Scholarship
Transfer applicants are reviewed automatically for the Comet Transfer Scholarship when admitted. To be considered, students must be a Texas resident at the time of admission and have between 30–90 transferrable credit hours. The following scholarship amounts have been announced for new transfer students admitted for spring 2024 and forward:
| Award Level | Transferable GPA | Full-Time Award1 | Part-Time Award1 | Renewable? |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Level 1 | 3.75 – 4.00 | $5,000 | $2,000 | Yes |
| Level 2 | 3.50 – 3.74 | $3,500 | $1,000 | Yes |
| Level 3 | 3.25 – 3.49 | $1,500 | $500 | Yes |
1 Award amount per year.
Eligibility Requirements
- Awarded to incoming transfer students for fall or spring semesters.
- Must be a Texas resident at the time of admission.
- Must have earned at least 30, but no more than 90, transferable semester credit hours. A minimum of six of those hours must have been completed after high school graduation, excluding the summer immediately following high school graduation.
- Must have a cumulative transferable GPA of 3.25 or higher at the time of admission to be considered.
- May be used in addition to other grants, scholarships, or loans.
- Scholarship awards are subject to the availability of funds.
Renewal Requirements
- Be admitted and continuously enrolled in an undergraduate degree-seeking program at UT Dallas.
- Comet Transfer and PTK Scholarships may be renewable for up to six consecutive semesters at the original award amount.
- Successfully complete a minimum of 12 hours for full-time or six hours for part-time enrollment per semester at UT Dallas.
- Maintain a cumulative 3.00 GPA or higher while receiving this scholarship.
- Maintain status as a Texas resident.
Phi Theta Kappa Scholarship (PTK)
Transfer applicants are reviewed automatically for the Phi Theta Kappa Scholarship when admitted.
| Transferable GPA | Full-Time Award1 | Part-Time Award1 | Renewable? |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 – 4.00 | $1,000 | $500 | Yes |
1 Award amount per year.
Eligibility Requirements
- Awarded to incoming transfer students for fall or spring semesters.
- Proof of PTK membership must be submitted to the Office of Financial Aid soon after applying for admission. Proof of membership can include any of the following:
- A copy of an active PTK membership card.
- A current PTK certificate.
- An official letter from a PTK advisor verifying membership.
- Must be a Texas resident at the time of admission.
- Must have earned at least 30, but no more than 90, transferable semester credit hours. A minimum of six of those hours must have been completed after high school graduation, excluding the summer immediately following high school graduation.
- Must have a cumulative transferable GPA of 3.5 or higher at the time of admission to be considered.
- May be used in addition to other grants, scholarships or loans.
- Scholarship awards are subject to the availability of funds.
Renewal Requirements
- Be admitted and continuously enrolled in an undergraduate degree-seeking program at UT Dallas.
- Comet Transfer and PTK Scholarships may be renewable for up to six consecutive semesters at the original award amount.
- Successfully complete a minimum of 12 hours for full-time or six hours for part-time enrollment per semester at UT Dallas.
- Maintain a cumulative 3.00 GPA or higher while receiving this scholarship.
- Maintain status as a Texas resident.
Transfer Academic Achievement Scholarship
The Transfer Academic Achievement Scholarship will begin in the spring of 2025 and be offered every fall and spring term thereafter. This scholarship is designed for high-achieving transfer students. Interested students for spring 2025 should submit a completed application (ApplyTexas application and all official transcripts) by December 1, 2024.
For future terms, applicants are encouraged to complete the application process by the financial aid priority deadline for their respective application term. Scholarships are limited, awarded competitively and based on the caliber of each incoming transfer class.
| Full-Time Award Amount1 | Renewable? |
|---|---|
| $1,000 | Yes |
1 Award amount per year, students must be enrolled full-time (12+ credit hours).
* Recipients of this award who are classified as non-residents will qualify for an in-state waiver of tuition & fees.
Eligibility Requirements
- Admitted as a degree-seeking undergraduate transfer student for a fall or spring term.
- Earn 30–90 transferable credit hours at the time of admission.
- Competitive cumulative transferable GPA and demonstrated ability to be successful in the intended major.
Renewal Requirements
- Be admitted and continuously enrolled in an undergraduate degree-seeking program at UT Dallas.
- Successfully complete a minimum of 12 credit hours for full-time enrollment per semester at UT Dallas.
- Maintain a cumulative GPA of 3.00 or higher each semester at UT Dallas.
- Transfer Academic Achievement Scholarship may be renewable for up to six consecutive semesters.
Comet Scholars Program
The Comet Scholars Program awards scholarships to both freshman and transfer students who have a record of academic excellence in high school or community college and show significant financial need. Recipients of this scholarship also receive academic support from program staff to assist them in successfully transitioning to UT Dallas.
Additional Scholarship Opportunities
UT Dallas awards millions of dollars in scholarships each year to incoming students. Some awards are automatic, while many require an application and are offered through a variety of sources. Visit our Financial Aid website to learn more about additional scholarship opportunities.
Questions?
For questions regarding transfer scholarships, please contact the Financial Aid office at 972-883-2941 or financial-aid@utdallas.edu.