Preparatory Classwork
Preparatory coursework refers to courses a student is required to take in order to be admitted into a regular degree program. The courses are preparatory to the degree, not a part of the degree requirements. At MSU, these students may be classified as Lifelong Graduate (LG) or Graduate (GR). A student taking preparatory coursework must self identify and work individually with a financial aid officer unless the academic department has identified a group of students in this category.
Enrollment Requirements
- Student must be enrolled in preparatory coursework REQUIRED for admission to a regular graduate or graduate/professional degree program.
- Student must be enrolled at least half time (5 credits)
- Only those courses REQUIRED for admission may be considered when determining enrollment level and student aid eligibility.
Documentation
Documentation must be received from the student's academic advisor and must include the following:
- A statement that the coursework is required for admission to a specified graduate or graduate/professional degree program
- A list of the specific courses required for admission
- A statement that the student will be admitted to the degree program if the courses are completed with the required grade.
Aid Eligibility
- Aid eligibility is limited to Federal Stafford Loans
- Loan amounts are the same as independent undergraduate seniors
- Loan eligibility is limited to a single consecutive 12-month period
- Students will be monitored throughout the enrollment period to ensure continued compliance with eligibility rules.
