Missouri State News
Missouri State Extends FAFSA Deadline
Missouri State is extending the financial aid priority deadline from April 1 to May 1. This gives students more time to complete the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) form. Please refer students to the Office of Financial Aid for more information.
Transfer News
To Transform Transfer, Key Barriers Must be Overcome
The state of California signed legislation in 2021 to improve the transfer path for students transferring from two-year institutions to four-year institutions. Aisha N. Lowe discusses improvements that have come from that legislation, as well as barriers that still must be addressed for transfer students in California.
Transfer Resources
Attend the Master Advisor Workshop
The Master Advisor Workshop provides a comprehensive analysis of theories, knowledge, skills, and techniques for effective advising. Upon completion, participants earn the designation of Master Advisor. The next Master Advisor Workshop will take place on May 13, 2024, from 1:00PM-5:00PM and 8:00AM-4:30PM on May 14, 2024, in Meyer Library, Room 206.
Register for the Master Advisor Workshop
Transfer Advising Committee
The Transfer Advising Committee has representation from each academic college and works collaboratively to develop best practices for transfer advising, facilitate communication regarding transfer student issues, and offer professional development for transfer advisors. The minutes from the Transfer Advising Committee’s latest meeting can be found below.