by our College Data Analytics TeamMost students won’t pay the advertised price of a school. Instead, they will be provided with a financial aid plan that includes a mix of scholarships, grants, loans, and work-study. But some kinds of aid are more desirable than others, and some students will get more than others.
Curious about the financial aid opportunities at Mississippi State and what you may be eligible for? Explore the answers here.
$9,318.00 is the typical Mississippi State University’s first year financial aid package. Approximately 98% of incoming freshmen obtain financial assistance, with the majority being offered as grants and scholarships.
Loans are a part of financial aid plans, but the only true college discount is a scholarship or grant that you don’t have to repay.
A loan is not a legitimate college discount, but rather an outcome to consider. See how much student loan debt from Mississippi State University you may end up taking on.
Colleges and universities offer institutional scholarships and grants as financial assistance to help students cover tuition fees and other educational costs. These awards, which do not require repayment, can be merit-based or need-based. Merit-based institutional scholarships recognize students who have exceptional academic records, special talents, or skills in particular areas. Eligibility for these scholarships often depends on factors such as a student’s high school performance, standardized test scores, or involvement in extracurricular activities. In contrast, need-based institutional grants are designed for students who show financial need. The amount awarded usually depends on the student’s family’s financial condition and aims.
The following numbers apply to scholarships and grants largely offered by the school itself.
90% of first-year students (3141 total) were offered scholarships at Mississippi State University, averaging $10,596.00 per person. This puts it the top 25th percentile among colleges and universities nationwide.
In addition to scholarships, 73% of first years (2542 total) were awarded federal grant aid, averaging $2,844.00 each.
The table shows scholarship and grant allocations by income for first-year students receiving any type of federal Title IV assistance, including Federal PLUS loans.
| Income Level | Percent of Freshman | Average Assistance |
|---|---|---|
| Income 0-30k | 13.17% | $12,753.00 |
| Income 30k-48k | 6.17% | $12,225.00 |
| Income 48k-75k | 4.91% | $7,329.00 |
| Income 75k-110k | 4.14% | $5,346.00 |
| Income 110k + | 6.06% | $5,333.00 |
The table above shows students who are obtaining Title IV aid, which is federal assistance from the government in the form of grants, loans, and work-study. Learn more here.
98% of the 3500 undergraduates at Mississippi State University receive some sort of grant aid. This is a total of about 3420 students getting an average of $9,318.00 per person.
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