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Explore partnerships between CT State and independent colleges and universities. Students interested in transferring to partner institutions will have strong opportunities to advance their education across Connecticut and beyond.

University of New Haven

The University of New Haven (UNH) provides a seamless transfer opportunity for eligible CT State graduates with guaranteed admission to participating programs. Students who earn an associate degree with a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5 can take advantage of this direct pathway to completing their bachelor's degree at the University of New Haven.

As part of this agreement:

  • The application fee will be waived for students who earn a CT State associate degree
  • Guaranteed admission (with select program exclusions)
  • Transfer pathways that help eliminate credit loss
  • And much more! 
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      GPA Range for Merit Awards

      • 2.7-2.9 = $15,000
      • 3.0-3.3 = $20,000-$24,000
      • 3.4-3.7 = $24,000-$26,000
      • 3.8+ = $28,000-$30,000

      Notes:

        • One UNH on-campus course per year, tuition-free while enrolled as a student at CT State
        • UNewHaven ID cards that allow admission to numerous campus events and the library

      University of Saint Joseph

      CT State students who transfer to the University of Saint Joseph (USJ) may receive merit awards based on their current grade point average. The award amounts are annual and will be split evenly between the fall and spring semesters.

      CT State students who are in their final semester before graduation and plan on enrolling at USJ are encouraged to take one free course at USJ prior to graduation.

      As part of this agreement:

      • The application fee will be waived for students who earn a CT State associate degree
      • Students with a completed associate degree will be guaranteed enrollment with junior status
      • Waived parking fee for commuting students
      • And much more! 
      University of Saint Joseph logo

      GPA Range for Merit Awards

      • < 3.15 = $21,000
      • 3.15-3.74 = $26,000
      • 3.75+ = $31,000
      Last Updated: April 27, 2026 | 12:54 pm