UMUC

Community College Staff Scholarship

Community College Transfer Scholarship (Staff)

UMUC offers transfer scholarships to eligible staff members of participating community colleges in the United States. Recipients may be awarded $1,000/year ($500 for fall, $500 for spring).

Which Colleges Participate?

Maryland Community College Alliance Partners

Out-of-State Community College Alliance Partners

What Are the Application Criteria?

To be eligible, you

  • Must have a minimum cumulative 3.0 GPA from all previous institutions.

  • Must be a new student to UMUC.

  • Must be a community college staff member from an Alliance school who is not receiving 100% tuition remission.

  • Must be a citizen or U.S.-eligible non-citizen.

  • Must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) at http://www.fafsa.ed.gov with the UMUC school code—011644—to determine eligibility.

  • Must pursue a first-time bachelor's, master's or doctorate degree.

  • Must enroll in at least six UMUC credits per fall and spring semesters.

  • Must maintain a 3.0 GPA at UMUC.

  • Must submit verification of employment, such as your most recent pay stub or a letter from your community college's Human Resources department that states that you are currently employed at that institution.

The scholarship is renewable for students who maintain a 3.0 GPA, enroll in at least 6 credits per fall and spring semesters and maintain employment at an Alliance community college.

What Is the Application Deadline?

Apply Now!

UMUC is accepting scholarship applications now for the 2009-2010 academic year. Don't wait—scholarships are awarded on a first-come, first-served basis.

These scholarships are available thanks to the tremendous generosity of an anonymous donor, who has made it possible for UMUC to help more students realize their educational goals and dreams. The entire UMUC community extends its sincere appreciation to this new friend and benefactor of the university.

How Do I Apply?

A complete packet includes proof of submission of the admission application, the Community College Staff Scholarship application, and official copies of transcript from previous colleges attended.

  • Incomplete applications will not be processed.

When Am I Notified of the Scholarship Award Decision?

Scholarships will be awarded immediately after the priority deadline.

Please note: Half of the award will post to your account 10 days prior to the start of the last registered class for the fall semester. The remaining half will be posted to your account 10 days prior to the spring semester.  Students registered for Term II or mid-fall/spring classes will have their awards posted 10 days before the start of class.

Is the Scholarship Renewable?

Yes.  The scholarship is automatically renewed if the scholarship guidelines and criteria are met.

  • Maintain 3.0 GPA

  • Recipients must enroll in at least 6 UMUC credit hours each fall and spring semesters.

  • Awards will post to your account 10 days before the start of the last registered class for the semester.

  • Students must maintain employment at a participating Alliance community college.

  • You do NOT need to submit a scholarship application for renewal.

Who Do I Contact for Additional Information?

Office of Community Relations
University of Maryland University College
6865 Deerpath Road
Elkridge, MD 21075

Morgan Pearson
E-mail: mpearson@umuc.edu
Office Phone: 443-459-3517

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