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State Aid for Undergraduate Students

State Aid for Undergraduate Students

Mississippi offers a variety of state-funded grants and scholarships to help students and families pay for college. Review the programs below to learn about eligibility requirements and how to apply.

Higher Ed Legislative Plan (HELP) Grant

Provides need-based tuition assistance to Mississippi residents attending eligible in-state colleges and universities.

MS Eminent Scholars Grant (MESG)

Awards merit-based grants to high-achieving Mississippi students based on academic performance.

MS Tuition Assistance Grant (MTAG)

Provides financial assistance to Mississippi residents attending state approved in-state colleges and universities.

Fostering Access and Inspiring True Hope (FAITH) Scholarship

Awards scholarships up to the full cost of attendance for current and former foster youth to attend college in Mississippi.

Law Officers & Firefighters (LAW) Scholarship

Offers financial aid to eligible spouses and children of fallen or disabled law enforcement officers and firefighters.

NISSAN Scholarship

Nissan North America, Inc. provides scholarship funds for applicants that will attend a Mississippi public two-year or four-year college.