Transfer Students: Scholarships And Pace University Tuition

Pace University in New York offers a range of scholarships for both incoming freshman and transfer students. The university's scholarships are forms of gift aid, meaning that they do not need to be repaid or earned by working. The scholarships are applicable only towards tuition charges at Pace University and may not exceed the student's actual tuition.

Pace University offers scholarships such as the Honors College Scholarship, President's Scholarship, Dean's Scholarship, Trustee Recognition Award, and Transfer Incentive Award. Additionally, there are other renewable merit awards, such as the Alpha Beta Gamma Scholarship and the Phi Theta Kappa Award, which are available to incoming transfer students who are members of these organizations and can provide a letter of recommendation from their Chapter Advisor.

The university also provides financial aid programs such as grants, loans, and work-study opportunities to assist students in covering the costs of their education. The total estimated expenses for attending Pace University include tuition, student housing, meal plans, standard fees, health insurance, books, and personal expenses.

Pace University's scholarships for transfer students

Pace University offers a range of scholarships for transfer students. These scholarships are designed to recognize and reward academic merit, as well as support students with financial need. Here is a detailed overview of the scholarships available for transfer students at Pace University:

Incoming Transfer Student Merit Scholarships:

• Dean's Transfer Scholarship: This scholarship is awarded to transfer students based on their academic excellence. Recipients must maintain a cumulative GPA of 3.00 for renewal.
• Transfer Incentive Award: This merit award recognizes transfer students who demonstrate academic promise. The selection is based on academic excellence, and recipients must maintain a cumulative GPA of 2.00 for renewal.
• Honors College Scholarship: This scholarship is for students invited to join the Honors College based on their academic achievement. It requires a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.30 for renewal.
• Honors Opportunity Scholarship: This scholarship is for transfer students who are members of the Honors College. Renewal requires maintaining a cumulative GPA of 2.00.

Other Institutional Scholarships:

• Pace-Community College Transfer Student Scholarship: This scholarship is offered to students who have graduated from select community colleges with a 2-year Associate's degree and a cumulative GPA of 3.20 or higher. It is based on academic excellence and is applicable only to the Pleasantville or New York City Campus. Renewal requires maintaining a cumulative GPA of 3.20.
• Alpha Beta Gamma Scholarship: Incoming transfer students who are members of Alpha Beta Gamma are eligible for this $1,000 per year scholarship. A letter of recommendation from the student's Chapter Advisor is required, and renewal is subject to maintaining a cumulative QPA of 3.00.
• Phi Theta Kappa Award: This scholarship offers $1,000 per year to incoming transfer students who are members of Phi Theta Kappa. A letter of recommendation from the student's Chapter Advisor is needed, and renewal requires a cumulative QPA of 3.00.
• Legacy Scholarship: This $1,000 per year scholarship is for transfer students admitted for Fall 2012 and beyond, whose parents graduated from Pace University. Applicants must indicate on their Admission Application that their parent(s) are Pace graduates. Renewal is based on maintaining a cumulative QPA of 2.00.
• Carl & Lily Pforzheimer Endowed Fund (Community Service Scholarship): This scholarship recognizes transfer students who have demonstrated exemplary community service. Applicants must have a minimum transfer student average of 3.0 and exhibit financial need. Awards of up to $5,000 per year are renewable annually based on continued full-time status, maintaining a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above, and ongoing financial need.
• Athletic Scholarships: Pace University, a Division II school, offers athletic scholarships to students with exceptional athletic abilities. Applicants should contact the Athletic Department for more information.
• Veteran Tuition Scholarship: This scholarship is for veterans from any branch of the US Armed Forces who served in Afghanistan and/or Iraq since September 11, 2001. Eligible veterans receive a 50% tuition scholarship. The scholarship is applicable only to tuition charges and has specific conditions for renewal.

It is important to note that recipients of Pace University scholarships are eligible to receive only one award. These scholarships have specific requirements and conditions for renewal, so it is essential to carefully review the details provided by the university. Additionally, some scholarships may have application deadlines and other requirements that students must meet to be considered for the award.

Transfer students' eligibility for New York State Aid

Transfer students are eligible for New York State Aid (HESC, TAP) if they meet the following criteria:

• Be a United States citizen or eligible noncitizen
• Be a legal resident of New York State and have resided in New York State for 12 continuous months
• Study at an approved postsecondary institution in New York State (NYS)
• Have graduated from high school in the United States, earned a GED, or passed a federally approved "Ability to Benefit" test as defined by the Commissioner of the State Education Department
• Be enrolled as a full-time student taking 12 or more credits per semester
• Be matriculated in an approved program of study and be in good academic standing
• Have declared a major no later than within 30 days from the end of the add/drop period: in the first term of your sophomore year in an approved two-year program, or in the first term of your junior year in an approved four-year program
• Meet good academic standing requirements as defined by the Commissioner of the State Education Department
• Be charged at least $200 tuition per year
• Not be in default on a student loan guaranteed by HESC or on any repayment of state awards
• Meet income eligibility limitations

Additionally, transfer students must meet certain academic progress and program pursuit requirements to maintain their eligibility for New York State Aid. These requirements include passing a certain cumulative number of credits with a certain cumulative GPA before receiving each semester's award. The specific number of credits and GPA requirements vary depending on the student's degree program and the semester they are in.

For transfer students enrolling in a New York State school from another state or country, the principal, in consultation with relevant faculty, will evaluate the student's transcript or other records and award the appropriate units of transfer credit. Transfer credit will be awarded if the work completed at previous institutions is deemed consistent with New York State commencement-level learning standards and is of comparable scope and quality.

Scholarships for transfer students from outside New York State

Pace University offers scholarships for incoming transfer students who are members of Alpha Beta Gamma and Phi Theta Kappa. To qualify for the Alpha Beta Gamma scholarship, the student's Chapter Advisor must provide a letter of recommendation to the Undergraduate Admissions Office. The same requirement applies to the Phi Theta Kappa Award. Both scholarships are worth $1,000 per year.

Additionally, transfer students can apply for the Carl & Lily Pforzheimer Endowed Fund (Community Service Scholarship). To be eligible, students must have demonstrated exemplary community service and meet the following criteria:

• Freshman: minimum B high school average and 1080 SAT score
• Transfer student: minimum 3.0 average

Students must also exhibit financial need, as determined by the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) application, and submit an essay or summary of their community service work. Awards are offered to eligible students for up to $5,000 annually.

Pace University also offers athletic scholarships for students exhibiting exceptional athletic ability. Applicants should contact the Athletic Department for more information.

Pace University's transfer credit policy

Sources of Transfer Credit

Pace University accepts transfer credits from various sources, including:

• Institutions accredited by regional affiliates of the Commission on Higher Education, such as the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools, the New England Association of Schools and Colleges, and others.
• Institutions that have entered into transfer credit articulation agreements with Pace University.
• Other institutions approved by the appropriate Chairpersons and Dean.
• Post-secondary level international institutions recognized by their country's ministry of education or its equivalent.
• Standardized proficiency examinations, such as Advanced Placement (AP) and College Level Examination Program (CLEP).
• Prior Learning Assessment (PLA), which includes credit for college-level learning attained outside of a credit-bearing institution, such as work/life experience, training programs, company manuals, volunteer work, and political campaigns/public performances.

Transfer Credit Requirements

To be eligible for transfer credit, courses must be completed with a grade of C or higher (or its equivalent) from accredited institutions. Pace University's academic calendar follows the semester system, so transfer credits from institutions on a different system will require conversion.

Maximum Transfer Credits

The number of transferable credits depends on the degree program and the type of institution previously attended. For bachelor's degree programs:

• A maximum of 96 credits may be transferred to a 128-credit degree program from accredited four-year institutions.
• A maximum of 90 credits may be transferred to a 120-credit degree program from accredited four-year institutions.
• A maximum of 68 credits may be transferred from accredited two-year institutions.

Additionally, students are required to complete a minimum of 25% of the total credits for their degree at Pace University, known as the residency requirement. For example, for a 120-credit program, the residency requirement is 30 credits.

Course Equivalency

Transfer credits must be applicable and comparable to corresponding courses at Pace University. If there is no direct equivalency, students may receive elective credit toward their degree requirements. It's important to note that Pace University does not award transfer credits for highly specialized or technical courses, remedial courses, or courses designed to provide background for college-level work.

Transfer Credit Evaluation Process

Prospective transfer students can use the TCE tool to get an initial understanding of their transferable credits. After submitting an application and being admitted to a degree program, the admissions committee will collaborate with academic departments to evaluate transcripts and determine eligible transfer credits. Admitted students will receive a Preliminary Transfer Credit Evaluation (TCE) sheet detailing their eligible transfer credits.

Time Limits on Transfer Credit

Generally, there is no time limit on the transfer of courses. However, for some subject areas and programs, courses taken over ten years ago may not automatically be awarded transfer credit, and the appropriateness of the subject matter will be considered.

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Pace University's tuition fees

Pace University offers a range of scholarships and grants to help students with tuition fees. These include scholarships for incoming transfer students, veterans, and students with strong academic performance or financial need. Tuition fees at Pace University vary depending on the program and level of study.

Undergraduate Tuition Fees

For the 2024-2025 academic year, the tentative full-time flat-rate tuition fee for undergraduate degrees (excluding the Sands School of Performing Arts) is not provided. The part-time per-credit-hour rate for undergraduate degrees (less than 12 credits) is $1,634.00 per credit.

The Sands School of Performing Arts charges a part-time rate of $1,634.00 per credit for students taking less than 12 credits.

The College of Health Professions' 1-Year Accelerated Bachelor's of Science in Nursing program charges $22,588.00 per semester for students admitted prior to Summer II 2023, and $23,717.00 per semester for students admitted in Summer II 2023 or Fall 2023.

The summer per-credit rate for undergraduate degrees is $1,115.00.

Graduate Tuition Fees

Graduate tuition fees vary depending on the specific program and school/college within Pace University. For example, the College of Health Professions' Master of Science in Occupational Therapy costs $96,900.00 for the entire program, while the Physician Assistant Program in New York City costs $119,700.00 for the entire program for students entering in 2023-2024.

The Dyson College of Arts and Sciences charges $1,520.00 per credit for most of its graduate programs, with some programs, such as Applied Quantitative Economics Analysis and Policy, charging less at $1,400.00 per credit.

The Seidenberg School of Computer Science and Information Systems charges $1,590.00 per credit for its graduate programs, with the PhD in Computer Science costing $1,950.00 per credit.

The Lubin School of Business charges $1,510.00 per credit for its MBA, MS, and DPS degree programs, while the per-credit rate for all other graduate programs is $1,095.00.

Additional Fees

In addition to tuition fees, there are several other fees that students may need to pay. These include:

• General Institution Fees: $1,908.00 for full-time undergraduate students (includes the General Institution Fee, Student Activities Fee, Technology Fee, and Healthcare Services Fee)
• University Health Care Fee: varies depending on the student's insurance plan
• Technology Fee: $150.00 for full-time students, $75.00 for part-time students
• Student Activities Fee: $400.00 for New York Campus full-time undergraduate students, $50.00 for Westchester Campus full-time undergraduate students (charged once in the first semester)
• Mandatory Accident and Sickness Insurance: varies depending on the student's insurance plan
• Deferred/Conflict Exam Fee: $35.00 for one exam, $50.00 for two or more exams
• Late Payment Fees: vary depending on the installment and semester
• Various program-specific fees, such as the School of Education New Student Administrative Fee, College of Health Professions Graduate Student Fee, etc.

Scholarships and Financial Aid

Pace University offers a range of scholarships and financial aid opportunities to help students with tuition fees. These include:

• Incoming Transfer Student Merit Scholarships: awarded based on academic excellence
• Veteran Tuition Scholarship: a 50% tuition scholarship for veterans from any branch of the US Armed Forces who served in Afghanistan and/or Iraq since September 11, 2001, and provide a copy of their DD-214 form
• Honors College Scholarship: for students invited to join Pace Pforzheimer's Honors College based on academic achievement; the scholarship is available for up to four years or until the first bachelor's degree is completed
• President's Scholarship: awarded to entering freshmen and transfer students based on academic excellence; the scholarship is available for up to four years or until the first bachelor's degree is completed
• Trustee Recognition Award: merit-based awards for incoming freshmen showing academic promise
• Pace Incentive Award: merit awards for entering freshmen showing academic promise
• Transfer Incentive Award: merit awards for entering transfer students showing academic promise
• Other Institutional Scholarships: various other scholarships offered by Pace University, including the Alpha Beta Gamma Scholarship, Phi Theta Kappa Award, Legacy Scholarship, and more
• Institutional Grants: need-based grants such as the Pace Grant, which is available to full-time undergraduate students based on academic promise and financial need
• Athletic Scholarships: full and partial scholarships for students with exceptional athletic ability
• New York State Tuition Assistance Program (TAP): a grant of up to $5,000 per year for eligible New York residents attending approved schools in the state
• Federal Student Aid: students may be eligible for Pell Grants, Federal Student Loans, and other forms of aid by completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)

With these scholarships and financial aid opportunities, the average net price of attending Pace University for students receiving grants or scholarship aid was $33,363 in 2019/2020.

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