--- title: "Transfer Scholarship and Aid" url: "/admissions/transfer/scholarship-and-aid" type: page date: 2026-03-13 updated: 2026-06-02 --- # Transfer Scholarship and Aid Transfer Admissions # Transfer Scholarship and Aid Meet with a Transfer counselor to answer your questions regarding the application process, credit evaluation process, cost of attendance and anything else you would like to know. Schedule an in-person or virtual appointment. Image ![Photo Outside O'Malley School of Business](/sites/default/files/styles/4_3_327w/public/media/2026-05/campus-outside-banner-3200x2000_0.jpg?h=1cb48fc4&itok=kXHqT9GJ) ## Scholarships and Grants All accepted transfer students are considered for an academic scholarship. You may be eligible to receive a scholarship if you have exemplary scores in your high school and college coursework. Scholarship award notifications are released starting in March for fall semester applicants and November for spring semester applicants To be eligible for renewal of your academic scholarship, you must maintain a minimum GPA of 3.0 while attending Manhattan University. Manhattan University awards need-based aid to students who demonstrate financial need. For questions related to the FAFSA and your financial aid eligibility, reach out to Jasper Central via email at or phone at (718) 862-7100. [](/admissions/financial-aid/loans-grants/scholarships-and-grants#merit-scholarships) [Merit Scholarships ](/admissions/financial-aid/loans-grants/scholarships-and-grants#merit-scholarships) Awarded to applicants with extraordinary accomplishments in academics, test scores, leadership, and service. Every accepted student is automatically considered, with no separate application required, and awards renew across four years with a 3.0 GPA. Explore Merit Scholarships [](/admissions/financial-aid/loans-grants/scholarships-and-grants#talent-special-scholarships) [Talent & Special Scholarships ](/admissions/financial-aid/loans-grants/scholarships-and-grants#talent-special-scholarships) Offered to students who show exceptional talent or leadership in school or community. These competitive awards require an interview or audition and additional materials, then renew for four years as you meet eligibility conditions. Explore Talent & Special Scholarships [](/admissions/financial-aid/loans-grants/scholarships-and-grants#need-based) [Need-Based Grants ](/admissions/financial-aid/loans-grants/scholarships-and-grants#need-based) Need-Based Grants Description: Awarded to students who demonstrate financial need, these mission-related grants are renewed annually and adjusted to your FAFSA. Recipients maintain satisfactory academic progress, full-time enrollment, and file the FAFSA on time each year. Explore Need Based Grants Image ![View of campus in the fall at Manhattan Univeristy](/sites/default/files/styles/square_400/public/media/2026-01/2025-campus-outside-1920x1080.jpg?h=d1cb525d&itok=ImzMue55) Transfer Admissions ## Financial Aid To be considered for financial aid, you must be a full-time student and live in the United States. To apply for financial aid, you must submit the [Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)](https://studentaid.gov/) form, which is available on December 1 each year. Eligible New York residents should also apply for the [Tuition Assistance Program (TAP)](https://www.hesc.ny.gov/find-aid/nys-grants-scholarships/tuition-assistance-program-tap). After we review your FAFSA and credit evaluation, we will prepare a financial aid package and notify you of the award via postal mail. [ Learn More about the Financial Aid Process ](/admissions/financial-aid) Image ![View of campus in the fall at Manhattan Univeristy](/sites/default/files/styles/4_3_327w/public/media/2026-01/2025-campus-outside-1920x1080.jpg?h=d1cb525d&itok=Q1UZ7cv-)