At SFBU, we set affordable tuition rates and offer scholarships to make higher education accessible. Our goal is not just to reduce barriers — but to remove them.

Undergraduate Tuition Scholarships (Effective Fall 2026)

All applicants are automatically considered for tuition scholarships when they submit their admissions application and required materials. No additional scholarship application is required. Scholarships are awarded on a first-come, first-served basis and depend on funding availability after priority deadlines have passed.

 

Undergraduate Merit Awards

Awards are now presented as flat dollar amounts applied toward tuition only:

 

GPA Range Annual Scholarship Amount Scholarship Name
< 2.50 $0  
2.50 – 3.00 $4,000 Changemaker
3.01 – 3.50 $6,000 Achiever
3.51 – 3.80 $7,500 Leadership
3.81+ $9,000 Presidential

Graduate Tuition Scholarships (Effective Fall 2026)

Graduate applicants are also automatically considered for tuition scholarships with their admissions application. Scholarships are awarded on a first-come, first-served basis and depend on funding availability after priority deadlines have passed.

 

GPA Range Annual Scholarship Amount Scholarship Name
< 3.00 $0  
3.00 – 3.19 $3,000 Changemaker
3.20 – 3.44 $3,500 Achiever
3.45 – 3.64 $4,500 Leadership
3.65+ $5,000 Presidential

Full Tuition Undergraduate Scholarships

SFBU offers full tuition scholarships through the Startup Scholars Program and partnerships with community-based organizations (LEAF, College Track, Boys & Girls Club, Junior Achievement). These programs replace merit awards and provide full tuition coverage.

New Requirements for Recipients (Effective Fall 2026):

  • Maintain a minimum GPA of 2.75 for renewal.
  • Serve as student ambassadors for Admissions or Student Affairs.
  • Participate in marketing, advancement, and donor relations efforts.
  • Complete at least two hours per semester of service to support university outreach and engagement.


SFBU does not currently utilize the FAFSA form or provide need-based financial aid. For additional financial support options, please contact our Admissions or Financial Aid teams.

SFBU does not currently utilize the FAFSA form or provide need-based financial aid as part of our financial assistance offerings. We invite you to reach out to our Admissions or Financial Aid teams to learn about other financial support options that may be available to you. 

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