Paying for School – Transfer Students
Financial Aid
Embark on an affordable education journey at Marian University! Our Office of Financial Aid is committed to assisting you in creating a tailored financial plan, encompassing student loans, scholarships, grants, and work-study opportunities.
At Marian, your success is our priority. Our experienced team is readily available to address all your tuition, loans, grants, and scholarship queries. From application to disbursement, we offer expert guidance and valuable resources, ensuring a smooth financial aid journey.
Over 99 percent of our students receive financial aid, but applying early is crucial, as awards are granted on a first-come, first-served basis, typically taking four to six weeks to process.
Applying for Financial Aid
Learn more about Marian’s Tuition-Friendly Transfer Policies.
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Scholarships Available for Transfer Students
At Marian University, we value your academic journey. That’s why we offer valuable merit-based scholarships exclusively for full-time transfer students enrolling in an on-campus undergraduate program.
Our transfer student merit-based scholarships are designed to support you as you embark on your educational path at Marian.
These scholarships, while significant, are just one component of the comprehensive financial aid package we offer. We encourage you to complete the FAFSA to explore additional funding opportunities that may be available to you. Furthermore, don’t forget to investigate potential scholarships from community involvement, employers, and other organizations. Should you receive a scholarship from an external source, inform the Office of Financial Aid to ensure its inclusion in your financial aid award.
As you explore this page, please keep in mind that it serves as a valuable guide, and our dedicated Admission Counselors are available to provide more detailed information and assistance.
Transfer Scholarship Details
$13,000
YEARLY
Transfer Excellence Scholarship
Criteria: GPA 3.20 or higher
$11,000
YEARLY
Transfer Success Scholarship
Criteria: GPA 2.75-3.19
$9,000
YEARLY
Transfer Accomplishment Award
Criteria: GPA 2.5-2.74
$7,000
YEARLY
Transfer Fresh Start Award
Criteria: GPA 2.3-2.49
$15,000
YEARLY
Back to School Scholarship
Awarded to students pursuing a second bachelor’s degree.
GPA criteria is based on the cumulative grade point average of all colleges/universities attended. If less than 15 college credits have been earned, high school GPA may also be taken into account.
*These awards renew each year if you are enrolled full-time, make progress toward your undergraduate degree, and maintain a 2.00 GPA or higher
Understanding the Financial Aid Distribution Process
Your financial aid will be applied to your tuition once you are enrolled at least half-time (6 credits undergraduate/3 credits graduate), and all required documentation has been submitted. The Office of Business and Finance will directly credit your aid to your account. If your financial aid does not cover the full charges, you are responsible for paying the remaining balance or opting for a payment plan. If your financial aid, including loans, exceeds the charges, you may be eligible for a refund check issued by the Office of Business and Finance.
Loans for the academic year are disbursed in two equal payments, one in the fall and the other in the spring. However, if you are enrolled for only one semester, your loan disbursement will be made in a single payment. Should you wish to modify a loan, provide a dated and signed note (not electronic) to the Office of Financial Aid. This note should indicate the academic year for the loan (e.g., 2021-22), the revised loan amount, and the student’s name to which the change applies. Please ensure that this note is submitted before any adjustments can be made to the loan.
