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Community College Transfer Scholarship

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There are many pathways to Brandeis. Each year, we welcome transfer students from a wide array of colleges and universities, including community colleges. The Community College Scholarship is a full-tuition scholarship awarded to the most competitive applicants in our transfer application pool.

Scholarship Eligibility

Must have attended a community college within the last 12 months after earning your high school diploma or equivalency.
Must have a minimum of 24 credits (including classes currently in progress) from a community college.
International students and undocumented/DACA students are eligible for the scholarship. Students must follow our English proficiency requirements for transfer students.

How to Apply

There is no additional application for this scholarship. To be considered, students must apply for transfer admission to Brandeis using the Common Application or Coalition Application. Learn more about applying for admission as a transfer student.

Students who have financial need should apply for financial aid. Brandeis meets 100% of demonstrated financial need for students admitted to the university. Brandeis requires the CSS Profile and FAFSA. Learn more about applying for aid as a transfer student.