Transfer Admissions
Apply by August 1 for consideration for the fall semester and January 3 for the spring semester.
Transfer students are students who have attended a post-secondary institution after high school and attempted any credit. If you are applying to KU for the first time, as a transfer student, check out your application requirements!
If you are not seeking a degree from KU and are only interested in taking single courses, please see Other Admissions Options to see which option best suits your needs.
Tuition and Scholarships
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2025-2026 In-State Student Tuition and Scholarships
Kutztown University automatically reviews students for merit scholarships based on academic performance at the time of acceptance. Students who qualify for a merit scholarship are guaranteed the award as long as they maintain the academic standards listed in their acceptance letter for eight continuous Fall and Spring semesters. Questions about merit scholarships should be directed to the Office of Undergraduate Admissions at admissions@kutztown.edu.
Donor scholarships are not automatically awarded. All students, new and returning, must complete the scholarship profile to be reviewed based upon the qualifications set by the donor and academic department by the established deadline here. Questions about donor scholarships should be directed to the Financial Aid Services Office at financialaid@kutztown.edu.
Note: University employee-dependent students are not eligible for merit scholarships, as they receive a tuition waiver.
Pennsylvania Residents
Tuition and Fees
$11,544
Room and Meal Plan (on average*)
$12,014
Total
$23,558*
*Pricing varies by residence hall and dining plan options. Click here for more details regarding pricing and affordability.
Merit Scholarships - Transfer In-State (GPA is on a 4.0 scale)
College Cumulative GPA
Amount
3.0+
$2000
2.99-2.75
$1000
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2025-2026 Out-of-State Tuition and Scholarships
Kutztown University automatically reviews students for merit scholarships based on academic performance at the time of acceptance. Students who qualify for a merit scholarship are guaranteed the award as long as they maintain the academic standards listed in their acceptance letter for eight continuous Fall and Spring semesters. Questions about merit scholarships should be directed to the Office of Undergraduate Admissions at admissions@kutztown.edu.
Donor scholarships are not automatically awarded. All students, new and returning, must complete the scholarship profile to be reviewed based upon the qualifications set by the donor and academic department by the established deadline here. Questions about donor scholarships should be directed to the Financial Aid Services Office at financialaid@kutztown.edu.
Note: University employee-dependent students are not eligible for merit scholarships, as they receive a tuition waiver.
Out of State Residents
Tuition and Fees
$16,668
Room and Meal Plan (on average*)
$12,014
Total
$28,682**
*Pricing varies by residence hall and dining plan options. Click here for more details regarding pricing and affordability. Total cost includes out-of-state tuition discount.
** Specific renewal criteria applies.
Merit Scholarships - Transfer Out-of-State (GPA is on a 4.0 scale)
College Cumulative GPA
Amount
3.5+
$3000
3.0-3.49
$ 2000
2.99-2.75
$1000
Application Resources:
Click here to begin the transfer student application process!
Log into your applicant portal to find out which materials we need to receive.
- All students who previously took classes at KU and stopped without completing a degree should reapply through the Registrar's Office.
- Community College Partnerships
- Credit Evaluations - Use this tool to determine how your credits will transfer into KU.
- Academic Program Check Sheets - Your guide to course requirements within your major.
Learn about transfer student BENEFITS & FAQs here!
Antonio Ieraci-Rivera
English Major
The support from new friends and staff at Kutztown helped to ease my anxiety of transferring and living on campus. I’ve gotten involved and met so many different people from different backgrounds at KU.
Antonio Ieraci-Rivera
Kutztown University is recognized as a top transfer institution by Phi Theta Kappa!