EOF Transfer Admissions

The Kean University EOF program welcomes transfer applications from former EOF scholars and transfer students applying to Kean looking to join EOF for the first time. Anyone transferring to Kean and interested in joining our EOF family should apply to Kean as an "EOF Transfer" student.

Apply to Kean as an EOF Transfer student.

Submit an online application through Kean University Admissions Office and complete the transfer application process, including submission of official transcripts from every college and post-secondary school attended

· Indicate your intention to apply as an 'EOF Transfer' student. This applies to both current EOF scholars and applicants interested in joining EOF for the first time at Kean University

· Pay the transfer application fee or request a fee waiver code from EOFtransfer@kean.edu

· After completing the Kean transfer application, you must complete the EOF Supplemental Application, located in the Kean Cougar Application Portal under the “Forms” area.

· Upon completing the EOF Supplemental Application, you will receive an email asking you to submit additional information based on your applicant type

· If you did not apply as an 'EOF Transfer Student' when you first applied and are interested in becoming part of EOF, please email us at EOFtransfer@kean.edu and ask us to add the EOF Supplemental Application to your Kean Cougar Application portal.

Applicants with a History of EOF

Any transfer applicant with a history of receiving at least one EOF grant must submit their EOF Transfer Form from their previous EOF program. Please request the EOF transfer form from your previous/current EOF program and have them email it to EOFtransfer@kean.edu. Transfer forms sent to an alternative individual or email address may cause delays in your application review.

Applicants without a History of EOF 

Any transfer student seeking to join the EOF program is welcome to apply and complete the EOF transfer process. Applicants need to meet the EOF statewide eligibility criteria for the academic year they seek to participate in EOF.  Depending on your anticipated term of entry, you will be required to submit the following items:

• Fall 2026 Term
  • Proof of 26-27 FAFSA completion 
    • Please add Kean University as one of your college choices on your FAFSA
    • Proof of completion must show your name and could be any of the following:
      • screenshot of completion confirmation page
      • copy of email confirmation of completion
      • first page of 26-27 Student Aid Report (SAR)
  • Video Statement ( see below )

Personal Video Statement

• Please provide a short ( five minutes max ) video of yourself talking about:
  • Your career goals and aspirations
  • Support services received at your previous institution
  • How did you hear about EOF, why are you applying now, and how can EOF help you achieve your goals?
  • Anything else you would like us to know about you
    • Note: Please begin by stating your name, current institution, and anticipated term of entry

Submission of Requested Items

Please submit all requested items via email to EOFtransfer@kean.edu.

Application Deadline

The Fall 2026 deadline for EOF Transfer Applications is August 21, 2026

EOF Acceptance

Space and funding in EOF are limited. Transfer students with a history of EOF will receive priority consideration for available funding. If funding is unavailable, students with a history of EOF can be accepted and supported as 'Non-Funded' EOF students. Accepted EOF Transfer students will receive email correspondence from the EOF department with their Kean EOF Counselor's name and contact information.

Transfer Orientation

Transfer Orientations are held prior to or at the beginning of each semester. All accepted EOF transfer students are expected to attend an orientation session.

During the Transfer Orientation, students will learn about the benefits, services, requirements, and expectations of being an EOF scholar at Kean University. Accepted EOF transfer students should monitor their email for communications from the EOF Office regarding upcoming orientation sessions.

The Fall 2026 EOF Transfer Orientation will be held in late August 2026. Additional details, including the date, time, and location, will be provided to accepted students via email.