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Thinking About Transferring to EKU?

Whether you need a change or want to pick up where you left off, EKU is invested in student success, offering a dedicated transfer staff and helpful resources to get you through the transfer process quickly. You will join a community of educators and learners committed to student success and a rewarding and enjoyable student experience. Become a Colonel and see what a difference it makes.

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Mon – Fri: 8 am – 4:30 pm

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Transfer Credit Information

EKU accepts almost all forms of transfer credit. Successfully completed coursework (earning a D- or higher) from universities or community colleges whose accreditors are recognized by the US Department of Education and credit from military occupational specialties and basic training can be used to complete your EKU degree requirements. First check our Transfer Course Equivalency Database to see if your courses have already been evaluated. And if you don't find your course listed, you can submit it to be evaluated.

NOTE: If you’ve already been admitted to EKU, there’s no need to use this form—rest assured, we automatically review your courses and apply to your degree! You can find this information on your degree audit. This ensures you’re set to start or continue your journey with us without delay.

Scholarship Opportunities

Transfers with less than 24 transfer hours earned will be considered for new Freshman Scholarships.

Annual AwardQualifying College GPA
Colonel Plus$4,0003.75+
Colonel$3,0003.50-3.74
Maroon Plus$2,0003.25-3.49
Maroon$1,0003.25-3.49
  • Only in-state students are eligible.
  • Students must have earned a minimum of 24 college credits to be eligible.
  • Students must maintain an EKU GPA of 3.0+, be enrolled full-time, and earn a minimum of 12 credit hours to retain award.
    Maximum award is for three (3) academic years (fall and spring).
  • Students enrolled in 100% online programs are not eligible.
  • Students who have already earned a baccalaureate degree are not eligible.

Out of state transfer students, from any U.S. state, benefit from the Out of State Discounted Rate. Students must enroll full time to get the discount. For more information see the scholarship page.

All admissible on-campus transfer students who are Phi Theta Kappa (PTK) chapter members who attended the college associated with their PTK affiliation within the past five years are eligible to receive a $1,500 annual scholarship. This renewable scholarship is stackable with other university merit based scholarships and out-of-state tuition discounts. Recipients will be automatically added as auxiliary members of the EKU Chapter of the Tau Sigma Honor Society.

Requirements:

  • Be a fully admitted, on-campus transfer student seeking a first bachelor’s degree
  • Students whose only college experience is Dual Credit in high school will seek admission to EKU as a first-time freshman and are unable to obtain this scholarship.
  • Maintain a cumulative EKU GPA of a 3.0 and complete at least 12 hours each semester to be eligible for renewal.

EKU Admissions must receive (1) your EKU Application for Admission and (2) copies of all official transcripts by these deadlines. Students must make transcript requests from previous institutions at least 2 weeks in advance of these deadlines:

  • April 15 for summer session
  • June 15 for fall semester
  • November 15 for spring semester

Transfer student scholarships are awarded on a first-come, first-served basis to those students earning at least 24 hours after high school graduation. Awards are made based on the cumulative GPA at the time of admission to EKU.

Recipients are required to enroll and complete a minimum of 12 hours per semester while maintaining a 3.0 EKU cumulative GPA. The scholarship can be received for a total of 6 consecutive fall and spring semesters.

Students enrolled in a 100% online degree program are not eligible for transfer scholarships. Students who have already earned a baccalaureate degree are not eligible for transfer scholarships.

Scholarship notifications will be sent via email once decisions are made.

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KCTCS Students

KCTCS (the Kentucky Community & Technical College System) and EKU enjoy a close relationship and share much of the same introductory coursework. We have created pathways that lead from a KCTCS credential to an EKU bachelor’s degree. These pathways should be used in conjunction with a professional transfer advisor from EKU and your KCTCS campus. Established equivalencies from KCTCS and other accredited institutions are also available.

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