Mississippi State University Out-of-State Resident Scholarships 2026-2027
Mississippi State University (MSU) is offering automatically awarded Out-of-State Resident Scholarships for incoming freshmen based on 9th–11th grade GPA and test scores. Superscoring is accepted, and MSU will consider ACT/SAT scores taken up through the February test date of a student’s senior year.
These scholarships can be worth thousands of dollars and are renewable annually for up to 8 semesters (fall and spring) based on maintaining a strong overall GPA at MSU. In addition, students may also qualify for the Non-Resident Military Tuition Waiver (NRMTW), which provides a scholarship waiver covering the non-resident portion of tuition (currently valued at $18,132) if this waiver is greater than the Non-Resident Scholarship amount.
Beyond these automatic awards, MSU also offers a wide range of additional scholarships — including academic, performance-based, leadership & service, departmental, private, and highly competitive awards. Many of these can be stacked with the freshman academic scholarships for even greater financial support.
Who Can Apply?
- Incoming freshmen at MSU from outside Mississippi (domestic or international).
- Selection is based on high school GPA (9th–11th grade) and standardized ACT/SAT test scores.
- Students maintaining the required MSU GPA can renew the award for up to 8 semesters.
- Applicants may also compete for additional scholarships by completing the General Scholarship Application.
Application Timeline
- October 1, 2025 – The General Scholarship Application (GSA) opens at my.msstate.edu.
- December 1, 2025 – Priority deadline for maximum scholarship consideration.
- February 2026 – Last accepted ACT/SAT test date for freshman scholarship consideration.
- Scholarships are renewed annually for up to 8 semesters, provided GPA requirements are met.
Why Apply?
This is a golden chance for out-of-state and international students to make their MSU education more affordable. With a mix of automatic and competitive scholarships, plus the possibility of military tuition waivers, Mississippi State ensures that deserving students can focus on academics and career growth rather than worrying about finances.
Apply: https://www.admissions.msstate.edu/sites/www.admissions.msstate.edu/files/2025-08/2627OOS.pdf.
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