FINANCIAL AID
DISCOVER SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
Need some help paying for college? Find options, resources and answers to aid your
academic journey.
PROCESS
HOW TO GET STARTED
The first step is to apply to MSU (no application fees) and get accepted. Once accepted,
you can apply for scholarships to lower your tuition costs.
40%
of students graduate with no debt
$0
in application fees
170+
bachelor's degrees to choose from
Types of scholarships
Investing in yourself begins with education. As you explore your options, here are three things to know:
- Scholarships come from multiple sources and do not have to be repaid.
- You can earn scholarships based on your grades (GPA), leadership and involvement, and/or financial need.
- Some scholarships require an application; other scholarships you’ll automatically qualify for when you apply and are admitted to MSU.
MSU funded
You can apply for many scholarships offered through MSU. View scholarships based on your student status.
MSU donor funded
Friends of Missouri State – alumni, groups and companies – donate scholarship funds each year.
Outside funded
Many organizations outside the university provide scholarships each year. Examples of scholarship search sites:
Scholarship Value
$1,000
A one-time award applied to your first-year costs upon enrollment.
Show-Me Missouri State Scholarship
Tour campus to save money
Transform your Missouri State visit into a $1,000 award. Learn how you can qualify
to make your education more affordable. Open only to out-of-state (non-Missouri resident) students.
Frequently asked questions about scholarships