Scholarship Renewal Information
Institutionally funded scholarships with renewal criteria are reviewed annually (end of spring for those starting enrollment in the fall and end of fall for those starting enrollment in the spring). MSU summer coursework (on campus or on-line) can be used for renewal to make up deficiencies if a student does not meet the renewal criteria. Dual credit and college coursework taken at another institution do not count toward MSU scholarship renewal.
If renewal criteria is not met, the scholarship will not be renewed for the upcoming academic year. Information about the Reinstate Scholarship policy can be found below the following chart.
| Scholarship | Cumulative MSU GPA | Other requirements |
|---|---|---|
| Presidential Scholarship | 3.50 | |
| Board of Governors Scholarship | 3.25 | |
| Provost Scholarship | 3.25 | |
| Deans Scholarship | 3.25 | |
| Academic Excellence Scholarship | 3.25 | |
| Academic Distinction Scholarship | 3.25 | |
| Academic Achievement Scholarship | 3.25 | |
| Missouri State Advantage Scholarship | 3.25 | |
| Engaged Citizen Award | 2.75 | 10 community service hours each semester |
| Hutchens/SGA Centennial Leaders Scholarship | 2.75 | Successfully complete the Hutchens/SGA Centennial Leaders Program requirements |
| A+ Recognition Scholarship | 3.25 | |
| MoState Access Award | 2.00 |
First Enrolled Summer 2023 - Spring 2025: Meet all SAP requirements, maintain Pell Grant eligibility, and complete 24 MSU hours every year. First Enrolled Summer 2025 - Spring 2026: Meet all SAP requirements, maintain Pell Grant eligibility with a 12,000 SAI or less, and complete 24 MSU hours every year. |
| Missouri State Promise Scholarship | 2.75 | |
| Out-of-State Tuition Waiver/Midwest Student Exchange Waiver | 3.00 | |
| Continue the Tradition Out-of-State Tuition Waiver | 2.00 | |
| Missouri Community College Scholarship | 3.40 | |
| Phi Theta Kappa Scholarship | 3.25 | |
| Transfer Honors Scholarship | 3.25 | Continued enrollment in the MSU Honors College |
| Transfer Excellence Scholarship | 3.25 | |
| Transfer Academic Scholarship | 3.25 | |
| Diversity in Education Scholarship for Transfer Students | 2.75 | |
| Transfer STEM Scholarship | 3.00 | |
| Access Partner Scholarships | Recpients of access partner scholarships must meet the renewal requirements established within their individual scholarship agreements. |
Scholarship reinstatement
Students who fail to meet scholarship renewal criteria will not receive the scholarship for the following academic year (and will lose one year of scholarship eligibility) but may regain the scholarship for the second following year by having the required cumulative MSU GPA (including all MSU courses) at the end of that year and completing other renewal requirements (if applicable). This is not an automatic process; instead, students must complete and submit the Request to Reinstate Scholarship form and return it to the Office of Student Financial Aid no later than the first day of classes for the academic year for which they are requesting reinstatement.
Scholarship appeals
If a student does not meet the renewal criteria, there are no provisions beyond the Scholarship Reinstatement policy listed above for reinstating a scholarship for future semesters. However, if problems occur due to some extenuating circumstance or medical emergency, students may appeal to the Scholarship Appeal Committee through the Office of Student Financial Aid with a letter explaining the situation, along with supporting documentation. Appeals are granted only in extreme circumstances beyond the student's control. If a student experiences other challenges throughout the year, such as difficulty with classes, time management, work or family responsibilities, or other co-curricular commitments, be aware that these are not considered extenuating circumstances. In these cases, it is important to consult with your academic advisor to determine feasibility of the MSU summer enrollment option and utilize MSU resources earlier in the semester to receive the guidance and assistance necessary to remain on track academically.
Scholarship enrollment and renewal standards
Helpful information on additional scholarship enrollment and renewal standards can be found on the Scholarship Enrollment and Renewal Standards website.