Overview

Financial Information

• Scholarships and Financial Aid:
  All students considering financial aid should fill out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), and enter Ridgewater’s college code 005252. The Ridgewater College Foundation uses a universal online scholarship application! One application works for ALL Ridgewater scholarship opportunities. Our system will automatically match you to scholarships based on eligibility criteria set up in the system.
• Tuition and Fees:
  Resident & Non-Resident: $182.42 Tuition + $21.35 Fees = $203.77 per credit. Online Course Tuition = $219.27 per credit. Some programs and courses cost more and are charged a tuition differential rate.

Information for Transfer In Students

• Accepts Transfers:
  At Ridgewater, we understand it can feel daunting to transfer colleges. We’re committed to helping you through the transfer process.
• Technical/Vocation Credit Accepted:
  A maximum of 16 credits from technical programs or departments may be used as electives toward an AA and most AS degrees.

Transfer Application Requirements

• Official Transcripts:
  Official transcripts from all prior institutions at which you have taken courses are required. If you have fewer than 12 college-level credits, an official high school transcript or GED is also required.
• Apply Here:
  https://ridgewater.edu/admission-aid/incoming-transfer-students/

Transfer Credit Policy

• Minimum Grade:
  Lower-division college-level credits earned at a regionally accredited degree granting college with a C- or better will be considered for transfer.
• Credits (Min/Max):
  To receive a degree, diploma, or certificate, you must earn a minimum of one-third of the required semester credits at Ridgewater.