Welcome, Finlandia students
Davenport is committed to making your transition easy and affordable. We would like to offer you an exclusive $8,000 Davenport University Finlandia Student Partnership Scholarship to make your next step achievable. You will also have a dedicated transfer admissions team by your side to help you get the most transfer college credits.
We are 100% committed to your success. We offer more than 80 career-focused certificate and degree programs in business, technology, health, arts and sciences, and urban education.
Did you know Davenport is one of the most transfer-friendly universities? We will give you credit for your previous classwork at FinnU, qualifying training programs and military experience. Our experts will help you obtain the most transfer college credits toward your degree so you can finish faster.
Students like you lead busy lives, which is why Davenport not only offers in-person classes across the state of Michigan but now offers a new digital suite of learning formats to give you the access you need to the education you want — all on your own time.
Are you ready? Apply now
Davenport University Finlandia Student Partner Scholarship
- Up to $8,000 toward tuition for undergraduate and graduate degree programs
- Renewable scholarship applies toward six classes or 22 credit hours per year
- No application fee
Why Davenport University?
- Davenport is a career-oriented university serving nearly 5,000 students at 6 campus locations across Michigan plus online.
- Davenport offers 80+ degree and certificate programs focused on in-demand careers in business, technology, health and urban education. Our programs minimize classwork that isn't integral to career success, and they are designed to give you the real-world knowledge and hands-on skills that today’s employers demand.
- Founded in 1866, Davenport University is one of the largest private, nonprofit colleges or universities in Michigan.
- 95% of our alumni recommend Davenport.
- The Davenport University Employment Guarantee was among the first in the U.S. and is currently available to more than 1,600 students enrolled in accounting, nursing, network management and security, cyber defense, computer science and computer information systems programs.
- Davenport’s student population is nearly a 50/50 mix of adults and traditional students, and 30% of our students the age of 30. About 40% of our population are transfer students just like you.
- Davenport offers six start dates a year so students can begin a degree program at a time that works best for them.
- Davenport has a 18:1 student-to-professor ratio. Smaller classes deliver bigger results.
How do I apply?
All Finlandia students must complete the application and connect with an admissions rep. All Finlandia staff/faculty must complete the application, complete the Tuition Grant form and then connect with admissions regarding their next steps.
I am an existing Davenport student. Can I receive the Finlandia Student Partner Scholarship?
The tuition reduction is effective for enrollment in future terms and will not be applied retroactively.
I am eligible for multiple Davenport scholarship programs. Can I receive multiple Davenport institutional aid programs?
Students receiving the $8,000 Davenport University Finlandia Student Partnership Scholarship will not receive other Davenport aid, including other Davenport scholarships, grants, athletic aid, tuition discounts and foundation awards.
Do I have to complete a FAFSA or complete any financial aid requirements related to my FAFSA?
A FAFSA and its associated requirements are not required. However, any SAP requirements or requirements related to proving eligibility for the scholarship are required. Completing a FAFSA may make you eligible for other federal or state aid, so you should consider completing one at – Fill out the FAFSA.
What is “proof of employment”?
Transferring students will need to submit their official transcript for review and staff/faculty will need to provide proof of employment. Proof of employment can be the most recent pay stub, an employee ID badge (verifying employment or expiration date), a letter from your supervisor, or a letter from your employer’s human resources department.
I have other questions. How can I get more information?
Contact Davenport University Admissions at 800.686.1600 for more information.
Whichever path you choose, you will enjoy small class sizes, interactive learning and personal attention. If you have any questions as you review your options, please contact us at 800.686.1600.
*Tuition scholarships are for new students who have not taken for-credit courses within the prior 24 months. This Tuition Grant amount is available for new students starting courses on or after 5/8/23. Your scholarship will show up on your financial aid award(s) under the name “DU Tuition Grant."