Eligibility

Eligibility for financial aid varies according to the source of the aid.

Federal

To be eligible to file the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and qualify for federal grants and loans, you must be a U.S. citizen or eligible non-citizen, be enrolled in an eligible program, have a high school degree or G.E.D., be registered with Selective Service if you are male, have a valid Social Security Number, not have been convicted of a drug offense while receiving financial aid. More about FAFSA eligibility …

Federal aid programs have additional requirements which can be found in our Types of Aid section.

State

Programs available to residents of the State of Michigan have varying requirements. More about State of Michigan financial aid programs…

MSU

Newly admitted students are given automatic consideration for MSU scholarships.  The Office of Admissions describes these programs at http://www.admissions.msu.edu/finances/scholarships.asp

Students who file the FAFSA will be considered for need-based aid.

Private

If you are the recipient of a private scholarship or grant, you must stay informed about any requirements to receive or retain the aid. For instance, you may lose your scholarship if you change your major or your grade point average falls below a certain level.