As a student in the department of merchandising and fashion design you have many opportunities to receive financial assistance to support your studies at Missouri State University. Below is information about scholarship opportunities specific to students in fashion.
Scholarships and Financial Aid
You may also qualify for University scholarships. The Office of Financial Aid provides information about University scholarships, grants and loans. Most scholarships at Missouri State University, including those designated for fashion and interior design students, require the submission of a completed MSU Annual Scholarship Application. Details about additional materials required are included in the descriptions below.
All fashion scholarship applications should be mailed to:
Missouri State University
Department of Merchandising and Fashion Design
901 S. National Ave.
Springfield MO 65897
Association of Clothing and Textiles Scholarship
Value
One scholarship valued at $100
Application
Complete the MSU Annual Scholarship Application by March 1.
Selection criteria
Awarded annually to a student majoring in clothing, textiles and merchandising that has completed at least 32 hours with an overall GPA of 3.0.
Renewal criteria
This scholarship cannot be renewed.
Fashion and Interior Design Scholarships
Value
Scholarship amount will vary depending on income generated by foundation account.
Application
Complete the MSU Annual Scholarship Application by March 1.
Selection criteria
There are currently no requirements for this scholarship other than being a student that is seeking a degree in either fashion or interior design.
Renewal criteria
This scholarship cannot be renewed.
Noel Allan Conrad Scholarship
Value
A scholarship valued at $1,000 will be awarded annually.
Application
Complete the MSU Annual Scholarship Application by March 1.
This scholarship considers financial need. Please submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) preferably by Feb. 1.
Selection criteria
Awarded annually to a student properly enrolled full-time at Missouri State University. The student must be seeking a Bachelor of Science in Fashion Merchandising and Design. If a current student, the student must have a cumulative GPA of 3.0, and if the student is an incoming freshman they must have a high school GPA of 3.0. Preference will be given to those students with financial need.
Renewal criteria
This scholarship can be renewed, but students must reapply to be considered for renewal.
SEWINGPARTSONLINE.COM Community Design Scholarship
Value
One $1,000 scholarship will be awarded annually.
Application
Complete the MSU Annual Scholarship Application by March 1.
This scholarship considers financial need. Please submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) preferably by Feb. 1.
Selection criteria
A single $1,000.00 scholarship will be awarded annually to a student seeking an undergraduate degree in Fashion Merchandising and Design and/or Interior Design within the Fashion and Interior Design Department at Missouri State University. The Recipient of this award will demonstrate financial need and maintain a cumulative GPA of 3.0. Students must submit an essay describing their design point of view/inspiration. Students must also submit a sewing portfolio that includes three images of their sewing work. The portfolio and essay must showcase a sophisticated mainstream style championed by SEWINGPARTSONLINE.COM and must embody the donor organization’s ideals.
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Renewal criteria
This scholarship can be renewed, but students must reapply to be considered for renewal.