Federal and State Grants
Federal Grants
Federal Pell Grant Program
The Federal Pell Grant Program provides grants to undergraduate students who have financial need and meet the other general eligibility requirements for student financial assistance. Pell Grants are awarded during the summer to students who did not attend full-time for both the fall and spring semesters. For details about summer Pell Grants, contact the Financial Aid Office.
Federal Supplemental Education Opportunity Grant (FSEOG)
The FSEOG is a “need-based” grant awarded to undergraduate students. Students who receive maximum Pell Grants and have exceptional unmet need are given priority. These awards are made based on the availability of funds.
Iraq and Afghanistan Service Grant
If your parent or guardian died as a result of military service in Iraq or Afghanistan, you may be eligible for an Iraq and Afghanistan Service Grant.
Mississippi State Grants
Mississippi's Resident Tuition Assistance Grant Program (MTAG)
The MTAG program provides funds for students who are currently legal residents of the state of Mississippi and who meet other eligibility requirements pertaining to the program.
Mississippi Eminent Scholars Grant Program (MESG)
The MESG program provides tuition grants for students who are currently legal residents of the state of Mississippi and who meet other eligibility requirements of this program.