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Navigating FAFSA
EVERY BEAR, EVERY YEAR
Calling all Bears...the 2026–2027 FAFSA is open!
Every student is encouraged to complete a FAFSA every year. Filing by Missouri State’s priority deadline of December 1, 2025 ensures you'll be first in line for grants, scholarships, work-study, and other funds that can run out. However, all Bears should file no later than February 1, 2026 to ensure they meet all state and institutional deadlines.
Don't wait, file today!
Every student is encouraged to complete a FAFSA every year. Filing by Missouri State’s priority deadline of December 1, 2025 ensures you'll be first in line for grants, scholarships, work-study, and other funds that can run out. However, all Bears should file no later than February 1, 2026 to ensure they meet all state and institutional deadlines.
Don't wait, file today!
The Office of Student Financial Aid strives to maintain accuracy and integrity while supporting the fulfillment of the University’s enrollment management objectives and the goal of student success.
Access your account
Use My Missouri State to view your award offer, check your account balance or check
your outstanding financial aid requirements.
MoState Access Award
That’s right! With the MoState Access Award, Pell-eligible Missouri students will
pay $0 in tuition and fees after all grants and institutional scholarships are applied.
Financial aid options
To be considered for financial aid, including scholarships, at Missouri State university,
you must be admitted.
As a transfer student, you are eligible for a number of financial aid opportunities
at Missouri State.
To be considered for federal and state aid, complete the FAFSA each year.
Missouri State offers scholarships specifically for graduate students.
Our mission
The mission of the Office of Student Financial Aid is to provide exemplary guidance to students and families as they search for ways of funding their college education. Our mission is realized by navigating the complexities of the financial aid process, administering federal, state, and university funding, and operating in compliance with federal, state, and University regulations.