About
Mississippi State University is a public research university located in Starkville, Mississippi. The Office of Undergraduate Admissions serves as the gateway for prospective students including freshmen, transfer students, international students, military-connected individuals, and online learners seeking to pursue bachelor's degrees and other academic programs at the university.
Funding Opportunities
National Service Scholarship
The National Service Scholarship is an undergraduate scholarship awarded by the MSU Army ROTC/Air Force ROTC Departments at Mississippi State University. This scholarship provides $1,000 per academic year ($500 per semester) to support first or second year cadets enrolled in ROTC programs. The scholarship is designed to support students who are pursuing military service through the Reserve Officers' Training Corps program while completing their undergraduate education. Recipients must maintain active enrollment in ROTC classes and meet all requirements to be considered enrolled as defined by the Army/Air Force ROTC program. This scholarship is available to students who do not currently hold an Army or Air Force Scholarship, providing financial assistance to cadets who are committed to military service and meeting academic and physical fitness standards.
E.H. Sumners Foundation Scholarship
The E.H. Sumners Foundation Scholarship is awarded to residents of Attala, Carroll, Choctaw, Montgomery, or Webster counties in Mississippi who attend Mississippi State University. This endowed scholarship supports undergraduate and graduate students from these specific counties who maintain good academic standing. The scholarship is awarded on a yearly basis with amounts varying based on available funds. Students must submit the E.H. Sumners Endowed Scholarship Application and have their residency verified by the E.H. Sumners Foundation. Recipients must maintain at least a 2.5 GPA and be enrolled full-time (12 credit hours for undergraduates, 9 for graduates). Undergraduate students may receive the award for up to 8 semesters, while graduate students may receive it for up to 4 semesters. The application must be resubmitted each academic year, with deadlines of September 15 for fall entry and current students, and February 15 for spring entry students.
Air Force ROTC Room and Board Scholarship
The Air Force ROTC Room and Board Scholarship is awarded by the Mississippi State University Air Force ROTC Department to cadets who are already on an Air Force Scholarship. This scholarship provides additional funding specifically for room and board expenses. Cadets are selected and award amounts are determined at the discretion of the commander. To be eligible, students must be on an Air Force Scholarship and maintain good standing with the Air Force ROTC program. This scholarship helps support ROTC cadets attending Mississippi State University by covering housing and meal costs beyond their primary scholarship benefits.
Mississippi Miss Hospitality Scholarship
The Mississippi Miss Hospitality Scholarship is awarded to the winner and first through fourth alternates of the Mississippi Miss Hospitality Program. The scholarship provides financial support to Mississippi residents who have achieved recognition in this state program. The winner receives a full-tuition scholarship covering the cost of regular 12-16 hour tuition for up to four years (8 semesters), provided the student maintains a minimum 3.0 GPA and full-time enrollment. First through fourth alternates receive a $1,000 one-year award, disbursed equally over two semesters during the student's first year at MSU. This scholarship recognizes excellence in the Mississippi Miss Hospitality program and provides substantial financial support for undergraduate education at Mississippi State University.
Miss Mississippi Scholarship
The Miss Mississippi Scholarship is awarded to the winner and first through fourth alternates of the Miss Mississippi Program. The scholarship provides financial support for undergraduate education at Mississippi State University, with award amounts determined by the student's placement in the Miss Mississippi program. The winner receives full tuition coverage (capped at 12-16 credit hours) for up to four years, while alternates receive a $1,000 one-year award. All recipients must be Mississippi residents and have their placement verified by the Miss Mississippi Corporation. The winner's scholarship is renewable for up to eight semesters with a minimum 3.0 GPA and full-time enrollment status.
International Baccalaureate Scholarship
The International Baccalaureate Scholarship is awarded to entering freshmen at Mississippi State University who have received an International Baccalaureate Diploma. The scholarship recognizes academic achievement through the IB program and provides financial support based on the student's IB Diploma score and standardized test performance. The award is structured in three tiers: Level One provides $1,500 per year for IB scores of 30+ with ACT 26+ or SAT 1230+; Level Two provides $2,000 per year for IB scores of 35+ with ACT 28+ or SAT 1300+; and Level Three provides $2,500 per year for IB scores of 40+ with ACT 30+ or SAT 1360+. All levels require a minimum 9th-11th grade GPA of 3.0. The scholarship is renewable for up to four years (8 semesters) provided the student maintains a minimum overall college GPA of 3.0 and continuous full-time enrollment of 12 credit hours per semester at MSU. Students must submit both the General Scholarship Application and the specific International Baccalaureate Diploma Scholarship Application through the scholarship portal, including uploading a copy of their official International Baccalaureate Diploma for verification.
AICE Cambridge Diploma Scholarship
The AICE Cambridge Diploma Scholarship is awarded to entering freshmen who have received an AICE Cambridge Diploma from Cambridge International Education. The scholarship provides financial support ranging from $6,000 to $10,000 over four years, depending on the level of diploma achieved (Pass, Merit, or Distinction) and the student's standardized test scores. Students who earn an AICE Diploma with Pass receive $1,500 per year, those with Merit receive $2,000 per year, and those with Distinction receive $2,500 per year. The scholarship is renewable for up to four years (8 semesters) provided the student maintains a minimum overall college GPA of 3.0 and continuous full-time enrollment of at least 12 credit hours per semester at Mississippi State University. Applicants must be first-time freshmen with a 9th-11th grade GPA of 3.0 or higher and meet specific ACT or SAT score requirements that vary by diploma level. Students must submit both the General Scholarship Application and the specific AICE Cambridge Diploma Scholarship Application through the scholarship portal, including uploading an official copy of their AICE Diploma for verification.
Veteran, Service-Member, Dependent, Spouse, Non-Resident Tuition Waiver
This tuition waiver program is designed specifically for veterans, active service-members, and their dependents and spouses who wish to attend Mississippi State University. The waiver covers 100% of the non-resident portion of tuition for eligible individuals connected to any branch of the U.S. Armed Forces. To qualify, veterans must have received an 'Honorable Discharge' from their service; a 'General Discharge Under Honorable Conditions' does not meet the eligibility requirements. This benefit helps make Mississippi State University more accessible and affordable for military-connected students by eliminating the additional cost burden of out-of-state tuition. The waiver is available across all MSU campuses including Starkville, Meridian, and Gulf Coast, and applies to both new freshmen and transfer students from community colleges or four-year institutions. It should be noted that this waiver cannot be combined with the Non-Resident Tuition Scholarship, ensuring that students select the most beneficial option for their circumstances.
Valedictorian Scholarship
The Valedictorian Scholarship is awarded to entering freshmen who are named Valedictorian by their high school at Mississippi State University. This scholarship recognizes academic excellence and leadership demonstrated by students who have achieved the highest academic standing in their graduating class. The award provides $2,000 for the first year of undergraduate study, disbursed equally over two semesters. Students must be Mississippi residents graduating from a Mississippi high school to be eligible for this award. Recipients must maintain a minimum 9th-11th grade GPA of 3.0 or higher and complete both the General Scholarship Application and the Valedictorian Scholarship Application through the scholarship portal, including verification from their high school counselor.
STAR Student Scholarship
The STAR Student Scholarship is awarded to entering freshmen at Mississippi State University who have been named a STAR Student by the Mississippi Economic Council. This one-year scholarship provides $2,000 in financial support to recognize academic excellence and achievement. The award is disbursed equally over two semesters during the student's first year at MSU. To qualify, students must be first-time freshmen with a minimum 9th-11th grade GPA of 3.0 or higher, be Mississippi residents, and have their STAR Student status verified by the Mississippi Economic Council. The scholarship supports students as they begin their undergraduate education at Mississippi State University.
Salutatorian Scholarship
The Salutatorian Scholarship is awarded to entering freshmen who are named Salutatorian by their high school. This one-year scholarship provides financial support to recognize academic achievement for Mississippi residents graduating from Mississippi high schools. The scholarship award of $2,000 is disbursed equally over two semesters during the student's first year at Mississippi State University. To be eligible, students must maintain a minimum 9th-11th grade GPA of 3.0 or higher and must be a Mississippi resident graduating from a Mississippi high school. Applicants are required to submit both the General Scholarship Application and the specific Salutatorian Scholarship Application through the scholarship portal, which includes providing their high school counselor's contact information for verification of their salutatorian status.
Presidential Partnership Scholarship
The Presidential Partnership Scholarship is a competitive scholarship award for entering transfer students from Mississippi community and junior colleges. Students must be nominated by their community/junior college president for consideration. Based on presidential recommendations and established criteria, the MSU Scholarship Committee selects one student from each Mississippi community/junior college. This prestigious scholarship covers the cost of tuition for up to 5 semesters, capped at the regular 12-16 hour tuition rate, without adjustments for overload charges. The scholarship is renewable for up to 5 semesters provided the recipient maintains an overall college GPA of 3.0 and continuous full-time enrollment of 12 credit hours per semester at MSU. Recipients must be members of Phi Theta Kappa and enroll in the FYE-CC Presidential Scholars course. This scholarship is awarded in lieu of other transfer scholarships including the Phi Theta Kappa Scholarship, Transfer Academic Scholarship, Phi Theta Kappa President Scholarship, and Phi Theta Kappa Officer Scholarship.
Phi Theta Kappa All-States Academic Team Scholarship
The Phi Theta Kappa All-States Academic Team Scholarship is awarded to entering community college transfer students who meet the Phi Theta Kappa Scholarship criteria and have been named to the Phi Theta Kappa All-Academic Team for a state other than Mississippi. This scholarship specifically recognizes outstanding academic achievement among transfer students who are members of the Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society. The scholarship has two award tiers based on team level. First Team recipients receive a $2,000 one-year award, while Second Team recipients receive a $1,000 one-year award. Both awards are disbursed equally over two semesters during the student's first year at Mississippi State University. To be eligible, students must be entering transfer students with a minimum overall transferable GPA of 3.25 and at least 48 transferable hours as computed by the MSU Office of Undergraduate Admissions. Students must be non-residents and members of the Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society. The award may be stacked with the Phi Theta Kappa Scholarship, providing additional financial support for qualified transfer students. Applicants must submit both the General Scholarship Application and the specific Phi Theta Kappa All-States Academic Team Scholarship Application through the scholarship portal. As verification, students must upload a copy of their All-Academic Team certificate as part of the application process.
National Merit Semi-Finalist Scholarship Package
The National Merit Semi-Finalist Scholarship Package is awarded to entering freshmen who have been named a National Merit Semi-Finalist by the National Merit Scholarship Corporation. This comprehensive scholarship package provides $48,000 over four years ($12,000 per year) and is renewable annually up to 8 semesters at MSU based on overall college GPA. Non-resident students may also receive a Non-Resident Tuition Scholarship to cover 100% of the non-resident portion of tuition, making this a highly valuable award package. The scholarship is awarded in lieu of the Freshman Academic Scholarship Packages and is designed to attract high-achieving students who have demonstrated exceptional academic performance. Students must maintain a minimum 9th-11th grade GPA of 3.0+ and must be named as a semi-finalist by the National Merit Scholarship Corporation. National Merit Semi-Finalists who are members of the Shackouls Honors College may be eligible for an additional $2,000 Stewart Bridgforth Honors Scholarship, which may be used for study abroad, internships, or faculty-sponsored undergraduate research support after successful completion of the student's first year at MSU. To be considered for this additional scholarship, students must be active participants in the Shackouls Honors College, maintain a minimum overall 3.4 GPA, and participate in the Stewart Bridgforth Honors Scholars Program.
National Merit Finalist Scholarship Package
The National Merit Finalist Scholarship Package is awarded to entering freshmen who have been named a National Merit Finalist by the National Merit Scholarship Corporation. This comprehensive scholarship package provides significant financial support including a base scholarship of $12,000 per year, housing awards worth approximately $8,456 per year, and for non-resident students, a Non-Resident Tuition Scholarship covering 100% of the non-resident portion of tuition. The scholarship is renewable annually for up to 8 semesters at Mississippi State University based on overall college GPA. The total package value is approximately $81,824 over four years for in-state students, with additional value for out-of-state students. National Merit Finalists who are members of the Shackouls Honors College may also be eligible for a $2,000 Stewart Bridgforth Honors Scholarship for study abroad, internships, or faculty-sponsored undergraduate research support after successful completion of their first year. Additionally, finalists sponsored by the National Merit Scholarship Corporation may be selected for an annual stipend ranging from $500 to $3,000. This award package is granted in lieu of the Freshman Academic Scholarship Packages and the National Merit Semi-Finalist Scholarship Package.
Miss Teen State Winner Scholarship
The Miss Teen State Winner Scholarship is awarded to state winners of the Miss Teen USA or America programs. This scholarship covers the full cost of tuition for entering freshmen at Mississippi State University. The award amount is capped at the regular 12-16 hour tuition rate, with no adjustments for overload tuition charges. Non-resident students may also receive a Non-Resident Tuition Scholarship to cover 100% of the non-resident portion of tuition. The scholarship is renewable for up to four years (8 semesters) provided the student maintains a minimum overall college GPA of 3.0 and continuous full-time enrollment of at least 12 credit hours per semester at MSU. This scholarship is awarded in lieu of the Freshman Academic Scholarship Packages and is only available to state winners, not first or second alternates.
Gold Award Scholarship
The Gold Award Scholarship is awarded to entering freshmen at Mississippi State University who have received the Gold Award from Girl Scouts of the USA by the time of enrollment. This one-year scholarship recognizes the achievement of the highest award in Girl Scouting, which requires significant community service and leadership. The scholarship provides $2,000 in financial support, disbursed equally over two semesters during the student's first year at MSU. Recipients must maintain a minimum 2.5 GPA based on their 9th-11th grade academic performance and submit both the General Scholarship Application and the Gold Award Scholarship Application through the scholarship portal, including documentation of their Gold Award achievement.
Eagle Scout Scholarship
The Eagle Scout Scholarship is a one-year merit-based award offered by Mississippi State University to recognize and support incoming freshman students who have achieved the rank of Eagle Scout. The scholarship provides $2,000 to students who have demonstrated leadership and commitment through their participation in Scouting America. This award is specifically designed for first-time entering freshmen who have attained the level of Eagle Scout by the time of enrollment at MSU. The scholarship amount is disbursed equally over two semesters during the student's first year at Mississippi State University. Recipients must maintain a minimum GPA requirement and submit both the General Scholarship Application and the specific Eagle Scout Scholarship application through the university's scholarship portal, including verification of their Eagle Scout status through official documentation from Scouting America.
Army ROTC Room and Board Scholarship
The Army ROTC Room and Board Scholarship is awarded by the Mississippi State University Army ROTC Department to cadets who are already on an Army Scholarship and in good standing with the Army ROTC program. This scholarship provides additional financial support for room and board expenses for eligible ROTC cadets. Selection and award amounts are determined at the commander's discretion based on cadet performance and standing within the program.
Alumni Non-Resident Tuition Scholarship for Transfers
The Alumni Non-Resident Tuition Scholarship for Transfers is awarded to non-resident transfer students whose status as the child of an MSU alumni has been verified. This scholarship provides $5,000 per year to help offset the non-resident portion of tuition for eligible transfer students entering Mississippi State University. The scholarship is renewable annually provided the student maintains an overall college GPA of 2.5 and continuous full-time enrollment of at least 12 credit hours per semester at MSU. To qualify for alumni status, the parent must have received a degree from MSU or completed a minimum of 48 hours towards a degree at MSU, verified by the MSU Office of the Registrar. Students must be assessed non-resident tuition to receive this scholarship, and it cannot be combined with programs that waive non-resident charges such as Academic Common Market or Veteran/Military-related waivers. However, it may be combined with the Transfer Non-Resident Tuition Scholarship, though the combined amount cannot exceed the non-resident portion of tuition.
Alumni Non-Resident Tuition Scholarship for Freshmen
The Alumni Non-Resident Tuition Scholarship is awarded to non-resident students whose status as the child of an MSU alumni has been verified. The scholarship provides $5,000 per year to help offset the non-resident portion of tuition. This scholarship is renewable annually at MSU provided the student maintains an overall college GPA of 2.5 and continuous full-time enrollment (12 credit hours per semester at MSU). Students must be assessed non-resident tuition in order to receive this scholarship. The Alumni Non-Resident Tuition Scholarship may not be combined with any programs that waive the non-resident charges, such as Academic Common Market or Veteran/Service-Member/Dependent/Spouse Non-Resident Tuition Waiver. However, it may be combined with the Non-Resident Tuition Scholarship, though the combined amount of these awards cannot exceed the amount of the non-resident portion of tuition.
Transfer Non-Resident Tuition Scholarship
The Transfer Non-Resident Tuition Scholarship is awarded to entering transfer students at Mississippi State University. The scholarship amount is dependent on the student's overall transferable GPA as calculated by the MSU Office of Undergraduate Admissions. Students with a GPA of 3.25-3.74 receive $6,000 per semester ($30,000 over five semesters), while students with a GPA of 3.75 or higher receive $7,000 per semester ($35,000 over five semesters). The scholarship is renewable for up to 5 semesters provided the student maintains an overall college GPA of 3.0 and continuous full-time enrollment (12 credit hours per semester at MSU). Students must be assessed non-resident tuition to qualify, and the scholarship may not be combined with programs that waive non-resident charges, such as Academic Common Market or veteran tuition waivers. This award may be stacked with the Phi Theta Kappa Scholarship.
Transfer Academic Scholarship
The Transfer Academic Scholarship is awarded to entering transfer students based on the student's overall transferable GPA as calculated by the MSU Office of Undergraduate Admissions. This scholarship provides $5,000 over five semesters ($1,000 per semester), totaling $2,000 per year. The award is renewable for up to 5 semesters provided the student maintains an overall college GPA of 3.0 and continuous full-time enrollment of 12 credit hours per semester at MSU. This scholarship is exclusively available to Mississippi residents and requires a minimum transferable GPA of 3.25 or higher. The Transfer Academic Scholarship may be stacked with the Phi Theta Kappa Scholarship for additional financial support.
Freshman One-Year Housing Scholarship
The Freshman One-Year Housing Scholarship is awarded to entering freshmen as part of their automatic scholarship award package at Mississippi State University. This scholarship covers the cost of an on-campus, double-occupancy residence hall space for incoming first-time freshman students who meet specific academic requirements. The scholarship is designed to provide housing support for high-achieving students during their first year at MSU. To qualify, students must have a minimum 9th-11th grade GPA of 3.0 or higher and demonstrate exceptional academic achievement with an ACT score of 34 or higher (or SAT score of 1490 or higher). This scholarship is automatically awarded to eligible students and does not require a separate application. It is important to note that this scholarship is not renewable and only covers housing costs for the student's freshman year at Mississippi State University.
Freshman Non-Resident Academic Scholarship Package
The Freshman Non-Resident Academic Scholarship Package is automatically awarded upon admission to Mississippi State University for non-resident students. Award amounts range from $12,000 to $24,000 per year based on 9th-11th grade high school GPA and test scores (SAT/ACT). The scholarship is renewable for up to four years (8 semesters) provided the student maintains a minimum overall college GPA of 3.0 and continuous full-time enrollment of 12 credit hours per semester at MSU. MSU accepts SAT/ACT scores through the February test date of a student's senior year of high school. Students must be assessed non-resident tuition to receive the Non-Resident Tuition Scholarship. The scholarship may not be combined with programs that waive non-resident charges, such as Academic Common Market or Veteran/Service-Member Non-Resident Tuition Waiver. Additionally, these automatic scholarship awards may not be combined with the National Merit Semi-Finalist Scholarship Package, National Merit Finalist Scholarship Package, National Recognition Program Scholarship Package, or the Presidential Endowed Scholarship Package. The scholarship package consists of various components depending on academic achievement: Non-Resident Tuition Scholarship ($12,000-$18,132 per year), Colvard Future Leader Scholarship ($5,000 per year for students with ACT 31+ or SAT 1390+), and Freshman Academic Excellence Scholarship ($868 per year for students with GPA 4.10+). The highest award level totals $96,000 over four years for students with a 4.10+ GPA and ACT 31+/SAT 1390+.
Freshman Mississippi Resident Academic Scholarship Package
The Freshman Mississippi Resident Academic Scholarship Package is automatically awarded upon admission to Mississippi State University for first-time freshmen who are Mississippi residents. Award amounts are based on 9th through 11th grade high school GPA and test scores (SAT/ACT). MSU accepts SAT/ACT scores through the February test date of a student's senior year of high school. The scholarship is renewable for up to four years (8 semesters) provided the student maintains a minimum overall college GPA of 3.0 and continuous full-time enrollment (12 credit hours per semester at MSU). Award amounts range from $1,000 to $10,500 per year depending on academic qualifications, with total awards ranging from $4,000 to $42,000 over four years. These automatic scholarship awards may not be combined with the National Merit Semi-Finalist Scholarship Package, National Merit Finalist Scholarship Package, National Recognition Program Scholarship, or the Presidential Endowed Scholarship Package.
Phi Theta Kappa Scholarship
The Phi Theta Kappa Scholarship is awarded to entering transfer students at Mississippi State University who are members of Phi Theta Kappa honor society. The scholarship recognizes academic achievement among community college transfer students with two award tiers based on transferable GPA. Students with a 3.25-3.49 GPA receive $5,000 over five semesters ($1,000 per semester), while students with a 3.50+ GPA receive $10,000 over five semesters ($2,000 per semester). The scholarship is renewable for up to 5 semesters provided the student maintains an overall college GPA of 3.0 and continuous full-time enrollment of at least 12 credit hours per semester at MSU. This award is specifically designed for transfer students and is not available to first-time entering freshmen.
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