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Sunbird Transfer Flight Plan

Guaranteed Admission to Fresno Pacific University

Guaranteed admission. Transfer support. A clear path forward.

Your path from community college to Fresno Pacific University just got clearer.

Through the Transfer Flight Plan, qualifying students at participating community colleges receive guaranteed admission to FPU, personalized transfer support and access to scholarships that can help make earning a bachelor’s degree more affordable.

You’ve already put in the work. The Transfer Flight Plan helps you build on that progress, make your credits count and move confidently toward your bachelor’s degree.

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Your Direct Route to FPU

The Transfer Flight Plan creates a clear pathway from participating community colleges to Fresno Pacific University.

Qualifying students receive guaranteed admission to FPU when they:

  • Complete at least 24 transferable units
  • Maintain a minimum 2.4 GPA
  • Complete the FPU admissions application
  • Submit required transcripts by posted deadlines

Admission to certain majors, including Nursing and Social Work, requires an additional application and program-specific criteria.

Make Your Credits Count

You’ve already started your college journey. We want the work you’ve completed to move you closer to your degree.

Through the Transfer Flight Plan, you can:

  • Build on the coursework you’ve already completed
  • Follow a clear pathway toward your bachelor’s degree
  • Receive transcript pre-evaluation and transfer guidance
  • Connect with FPU admissions counselors before you transfer
  • Get help with your application and enrollment process

Support Along the Way

Transferring colleges comes with a lot of questions. The Transfer Flight Plan connects you with people who can help answer them.

FPU admissions and financial aid staff work directly with participating community colleges to provide:

  • Transfer advising
  • Transcript pre-evaluation
  • Application support
  • Financial aid guidance
  • Application and enrollment workshops
  • Transfer fairs and other special events

You’ll have opportunities to connect with FPU before you transfer so you can better understand your next steps and what to expect as an FPU student.

Making Your Next Step More Affordable

Fresno Pacific University is committed to helping make your path to a bachelor’s degree more affordable.

Eligible students in FPU’s traditional undergraduate program may receive:

$6,000–$14,000 in Transfer Scholarships Each Year

Academic transfer scholarships are available in addition to need-based financial aid for qualifying students.

Students can also receive support with:

  • FAFSA
  • California Dream Act applications
  • Financial aid questions
  • Understanding available aid and scholarship opportunities
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Explore Your Path at FPU

Your transfer journey should lead to a degree that supports where you want to go next.

Transfer Flight Plan students can connect with FPU to:

  • Explore majors and degree pathways
  • Learn about on-campus, online and hybrid program options
  • Attend Transfer Days and other FPU events
  • Participate in workshops and preview programs
  • Experience campus life before transferring
  • Connect with resources that support a successful transition

Community College Partners

Fresno Pacific University partners with local community colleges to create clear, supported pathways for students who want to continue their education and earn a bachelor’s degree.

Madera Community College

The partnership between Fresno Pacific University and Madera Community College (Madera, CA) provides students with a clear, supported pathway to a bachelor’s degree through the Transfer Flight Plan.

Highlights include:

  • Guaranteed admission for students who complete at least 24 transferable units with a minimum 2.4 GPA and meet FPU application requirements
  • Transfer scholarships ranging from $6,000–$14,000 annually for eligible traditional undergraduate students, in addition to need-based aid
  • FPU admissions and financial aid support at Madera Community College at least twice a month, including transcript pre-evaluation and application assistance
  • Joint application workshops, enrollment events and transfer fairs to help students navigate the transition to FPU
  • Opportunities to engage with FPU through Transfer Days, Nursing Preview Days, virtual and program information events and campus life events
  • Waived FPU application fee
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Build on Your Progress

Transferring shouldn’t mean starting over.

The Transfer Flight Plan gives you a clear route from community college to Fresno Pacific University—with guaranteed admission for qualifying students and support to help you navigate the journey.

You’ve made the progress. Keep it moving forward at FPU.

 

Get Started

Ready to take your next step? Talk with your community college counselor or connect with a Fresno Pacific University admissions counselor to learn more about the Transfer Flight Plan.

  • Connect with a transfer admissions counselor
  • Learn more about your community college partnership

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