College Resources
Below are links to resources to help college staff support and advise students.
Presentations and Trainings
SFA will post links to PowerPoint presentations delivered at professional development events for financial aid administrators.
2025 MASFAA Fall Training – State Aid Updates
2025 MASFAA Annual Conference – State Aid Updates
Email Communication
Undergraduate Grants Program Flier
Download a full-color, two-page (front/back) informational flier about the state’s primary grant programs for undergraduates.
Policies & Procedures Manual
Access the complete Policies and Procedures Manual.
Awards Process and Timeline
The awards process and timeline explains when applications are reviewed and when students can expect award notifications and disbursements.
Student Residency Requirements
State financial aid is available to Mississippi residents who meet state residency requirements.
Continuous, Full-time Enrollment
You usually must be enrolled full-time and remain enrolled each term to continue receiving state financial aid.
Student Appeals
Students can appeal decisions related to full-time, continuous enrollment for certain reasons.
How Students Submit Documents
After completing the online application for state aid, applicants may be asked to submit supporting documents to the Mississippi Office of Student Financial Aid to complete an application.
