# Bernardine Scholarship

> Up to $21,000 from Alvernia University. See the official page for current dates..

- Edition: Data verified Nov 2026 · CollegesRef 2026–27 edition
- Page: https://www.collegesref.com/scholarships/bernardine-scholarship
- Provider: Alvernia University (College)
- Award: Up to $21,000, renewable
- Deadline: See the official page for current dates.
- College: [Alvernia University](https://www.collegesref.com/college/alvernia-university-46)
- Official page: https://www.alvernia.edu/admissions-aid/international-students/undergraduate-international-students-scholarships
- Last verified by CollegesRef: Nov 6, 2026

## About this scholarship

Alvernia University offers the Bernardine Scholarship to assist transfer students who are enrolling in undergraduate studies. To qualify for this merit-based program, applicants must have achieved a cumulative GPA between 3.25 and 3.49 across all of their previous higher education institutions. The award provides $21,000 to help cover educational expenses. Recipients can renew the scholarship for subsequent years of study, provided they maintain full-time enrollment of at least 12 credits per semester and keep a minimum grade point average of 2.5 or higher. While this merit award is determined by academic performance, students are generally encouraged to complete the FAFSA or relevant state financial aid applications to establish eligibility for other federal, state, or institutional need-based aid. See the official page for current dates and deadlines.

## Who can apply

- Education level: Undergraduate
- Year: College 2nd year, College 3rd year, College 4th year
- Minimum GPA: 3.25
- College types: 4-year college, Private college
- Specifically for transfer students who have earned a cumulative GPA between 3.25 and 3.49 from all previous institutions.

## How to apply

Transfer students are automatically considered for this scholarship based on the cumulative GPA from their previous institutions during the admission process.

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Always confirm amounts, rules and deadlines on the official page before applying.