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Mississippi Tuition Assistance Grant

Mississippi Tuition Assistance Grant

Applicable For:

Undergraduate Students

Max Award Amount:

$1,000

Application Deadline:

15/09/2023
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About This Scholarship

The Mississippi Tuition Assistance Grant (MTAG) is a scholarship program offered by the state of Mississippi to provide financial assistance to eligible Mississippi residents who demonstrate financial need and are pursuing an undergraduate degree at an eligible Mississippi college or university.

It provides up to $500 per academic year for up to four years of undergraduate study. Recipients of the scholarship must maintain a minimum GPA of 2.5 and remain enrolled as full-time students to continue receiving the scholarship.

To apply for the MTAG scholarship, interested applicants should complete the FAFSA and list Mississippi as their state of residence. Students who meet the eligibility requirements will automatically be considered for the scholarship. However, it is recommended that applicants contact the financial aid office at their institution to verify their eligibility and receive information on the application process.

Eligibility Criteria For Mississippi Tuition Assistance Grant

The Mississippi Tuition Assistance Grant (MTAG) is a state-funded program that provides financial assistance to Mississippi residents who are enrolled full-time at a qualified Mississippi college or university. The eligibility criteria for this scholarship include:

  • Must be a legal resident of Mississippi for at least one year prior to the application deadline.
  • Must enroll full-time in an eligible Mississippi college or university.
  • Must have a minimum high school GPA of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale or a minimum ACT score of 15 or SAT score of 720.
  • Must not receive any other state or federal financial aid that exceeds the cost of tuition, fees, and books.

It’s important to note that these are general eligibility criteria, and the specific requirements may differ depending on the year and the availability of the scholarship. Interested applicants should check with the Mississippi Office of Student Financial Aid or the Office of Financial Aid and Scholarships at their college or university for up-to-date information on the eligibility requirements and application process.

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