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The Dean's Scholarship

The Dean's Scholarship Program, a merit award for transfer students, was established to reflect the University’s commitment to rewarding academic excellence. Consideration for the Dean's Scholarship is given to students who have demonstrated strong academic achievement at previous College (s) attended.

To be considered for a Dean's Scholarship, you must be transferring from an accredited post secondary institution with a minimum cumulative grade point average of 3.00 (4.00 scale) based on full-time enrollment for at least two semesters.

You must also complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Scholarships range from $1000-$4000 annually.

There is no secondary application. Awards are based on academic performance and financial need. The amount of each award is determined by the Office of Enrollment Services.

Phi Theta Kappa Transfer Scholarship

The Phi Theta Kappa Transfer Scholarship is a merit-based scholarship offered by the University of Rhode Island to two-year college students entering URI as members of the Phi Theta Kappa International Honor Society.


Eligibility Requirements:
  • Minimum grade point average of 3.5 in 24 or more transferable credits
  • Current membership in Phi Theta Kappa
  • Admission to a URI undergraduate degree program
  • URI must be your first four-year institution
  • US citizens and permanent residents only

Scholarship Amount:
  • RI resident scholarship: $2500 per year
  • Non-RI resident: $5000 per year

Renewability:
  • Renewable for a second year with a 3.0 URI GPA and continuous full-time enrollment

Application procedures:

Download the completed application form and mail with a copy of your Phi Theta Kappa membership card to: University of Rhode Island
Enrollment Services
Green Hall
Kingston, RI 02881

The deadline for scholarship consideration is June 20