New transfer students are automatically considered for scholarships once admitted to Cleveland State University. In some cases, where indicated, individual scholarships will require a separate application. Recipients of scholarships listed below must be new, first-time (never before attended) Cleveland State University students, enrolled in a degree granting program and pursuing their first Bachelor’s Degree. All students are encouraged to file the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) for full consideration of all types of financial aid.

Selection of scholarship recipients is made by the Scholarship Committee. Eligibility for community college transfer student scholarships is based on the community college GPA and number of credit hours accepted by CSU. In certain instances, specific scholarships are awarded when a student meets the eligibility criteria as indicated by the donor of the scholarship. Cleveland State University reserves the right to alter scholarship eligibility criteria and award amounts based on available funding. Students will be notified by the University of any Scholarship Awards based on their meeting specific scholarship eligibility criteria at the time of admission.

New Transfer Scholarships

Academic Department Scholarships (scholarships based on academic majors)

Criteria: Consult the academic college or department websites for scholarship availability and eligibility criteria. Additional scholarship application may be required.
Amount of Awards: Varies, determined by individual academic college or department.

Athletic Scholarships (Division I)

Criteria: Students interested in athletics should contact the Athletic Department at 216.687.5119 or http://www.csuvikings.com/ regarding scholarships and NCAA aid eligibility.
Amount of Awards: Varies, determined by athletics department.

Honors Program Scholars

Criteria: Competitive merit award to new students (up to 50 new freshmen and approximately 25 junior year college students). Freshmen students must have a minimum 30 ACT composite score, or 1300 or higher total SAT score (old test), 1950 or higher total SAT score (new test) or be ranked in the top 10% of their high school class. Junior year college students with a minimum college cumulative GPA of 3.5 who have taken a rigorous curriculum including in the major will be considered. A separate application is required to apply to the Honors Program.
Number of Awards: Approximately 75 new students (up to 50 new freshmen and approximately 25 junior year college students).
Amount of Award: Full tuition, academic fees and books
Renewable: Yes, minimum 3.5 cumulative GPA
Contact: For additional information and program application, please visit the Honors Program web site or contact Dr. Peter Meiksins, Director, Cleveland State Honors Program, at 216.687.5559

Ruth Ann Moyer

Criteria: Scholarship for new freshmen or new transfer students. Recipients must be at least 25 years of age, an Ohio resident and attend Cleveland State at least part-time (6 credit hours per semester).
Number of Awards: 2
Amount of Award: Full in-state tuition up to 16 credit hours per semester.
Renewable: Yes, must maintain minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA and successfully complete at least 6 credit hours per semester (fall and spring).

Transfer Scholars Award

Criteria: Competitive merit award to transfer students with a minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA and transferring between 30-89 credit hours with at least 30 of the credit hours from a community college.
Amount of Award: $1,500 a year for two consecutive years (four semesters maximum). Students must attend Cleveland State full-time.
Renewable: Yes, must maintain minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA and satisfactorily complete at least 12 credit hours per semester.