Winter break is right around the corner…which means the first semester of classes are coming to a close and the second semester will soon commence. Here’s some dates to be aware of as we wrap up this semester and get ready for the next one.
The FAFSA:
If you haven’t already, please complete your FAFSA application as soon as possible! The FAFSA application determines a student’s federal student loan eligibility, along with a student’s ability to receive Federal Pell Grant funds. Additionally, it is supremely important to submit the FAFSA before February 1st—the priority deadline—to become eligible for all state grants that are also available to students.
General and Departmental Scholarships of Missouri State:
The opening date for the General and Departmental Scholarship was November 1st, 2016 and the deadline is application submission is March 1st, 2017. These are privately funded scholarships, specifically for Missouri State students. This application can be found on a student’s MyMissouriState online portal.
Attention Graduating Seniors:
Exit counseling is required for seniors that are graduating and have borrowed from the FEDERAL DIRECT STUDENT LOAN program. Questions regarding repayment or exit counseling can be directed towards the Office of Student Financial Aid in Carrington 101, or an email can be sent to RealLIFE@MissouriState.edu.
2nd Semester Payment Dates:
The first payment date is January 25th, 2017.
The second payment date is February 25th, 2017.
The last payment date is March 25th, 2017.
NOTE: A paid-in-full payment must to made before January 25th to avoid any accrued finance charges on remaining student account balances.