TruPlus Program Offers Discounted Tuition to Transfer Students

Missouri students with an associate’s degree now have the opportunity to receive a 50% discount on tuition while earning a bachelor’s degree from Truman.

TruPlus is a new initiative established by Truman to provide a way for in-state students to affordably continue their education. For the 2024-25 academic year, in-state students who have earned their associate’s degree are eligible for half-off tuition on 12-17 credit hours for an annual savings of more than $4,000.

“Cost can be one of the biggest barriers to education,” said Allison Schweizer, director of admission. “TruPlus gives students another path to a bachelor’s degree, and it makes their education more affordable.”

TruPlus is a particularly beneficial option for high school students taking advantage of Missouri’s A+ Scholarship Program. After using their A+ Scholarship to earn an associate’s degree at a Missouri community college, they can attend Truman and earn a bachelor’s degree at a 50% discount.

Another advantage to TruPlus is access to academic advising to ensure students are taking the courses that will be beneficial when they transfer. TruPlus students can be automatically admitted to Truman when they apply as long as they meet certain GPA requirements.

“TruPlus streamlines the process for students and helps them take advantage of every academic and economic option they have when pursing their education,” said Schweizer.

Students who participate in TruPlus are still eligible for a number of Truman’s competitive scholarships, which could also make the overall cost of their education more affordable.

The TruPlus option is open to any Missouri resident with an associate’s degree. There are no requirements related to when the degree was earned or the institution that granted it. For more information about TruPlus and other transfers options available at Truman, visit transfer.truman.edu, email transfer@truman.edu or call 660.785.4114 to talk with an admission counselor.