Thomas Edison State University Named to Phi Theta Kappa’s 2025 Transfer Honor Roll for Second Consecutive Year

August 14, 2025
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Thomas Edison State University (TESU) has once again been recognized among the nation’s most transfer-friendly institutions, earning a spot on Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society’s (PTK) 2025 Transfer Honor Roll for the second year in a row. The honor places TESU among 251 colleges and universities nationwide that have demonstrated exceptional commitment to creating dynamic pathways for community college transfer students.

The Transfer Honor Roll is determined using 40 key metrics related to the support and success of transfer students, including college cost and financial aid, campus life, admissions practices and bachelor’s degree completion. The list is based on data from the National Student Clearinghouse and the institution’s PTK Connect profile, which measures “transfer friendliness” to identify the top 25% of four-year colleges, according to PTK. View the full list of institutions.

“This recognition for the second consecutive year underscores TESU’s unwavering commitment to ensuring transfer students feel supported from the moment they connect with us to the day they graduate,” said Dr. Juliette Punchello, senior director of Recruitment and Enrollment Management. “Our mission is to provide clear, affordable and accessible pathways so that students can maximize their prior learning and reach their academic goals with confidence.”

According to PTK, this year’s Honor Roll institutions saw strong results, including:

  • 56% average proportion of transfers in the undergraduate population
  • 75% average bachelor’s degree completion rate among transfers
  • 81% average credits transferred toward a degree major and/or plan
  • 74% average of transfer students receiving merit-based financial aid

“These colleges are doing more than just opening doors — they’re walking students through them,” said Dr. Lynn Tincher-Ladner, PTK president and CEO. “Their commitment to creating clear, supportive pathways demonstrates what’s possible when student success is truly the priority.”