# Mississippi Tuition Assistance Grant (MTAG)

> Up to $1,000 from Mississippi Office of Student Financial Aid. Deadline Sep 15, 2027.

- Edition: Data verified Nov 2026 · CollegesRef 2026–27 edition
- Page: https://www.collegesref.com/scholarships/mississippi-tuition-assistance-grant
- Provider: Mississippi Office of Student Financial Aid (State)
- Award: Up to $1,000, renewable
- Deadline: Deadline Sep 15, 2027
- State list: https://www.collegesref.com/scholarships/state/ms
- Official page: https://www.msfinancialaid.org/programs/mtag-mississippi-tuition-assistance-grant/
- Last verified by CollegesRef: Nov 6, 2026

## About this scholarship

MTAG is a Mississippi grant for residents attending approved public or private nonprofit two-year and four-year colleges in the state, aimed at students who receive less than the maximum Pell Grant. Freshmen and sophomores can receive up to $500 a year and juniors and seniors up to $1,000 a year, covering the fall and spring semesters. Entering freshmen need a 2.5 cumulative high school GPA and an ACT score of at least 15, with superscores accepted; students already in college need a 2.5 cumulative GPA on at least 12 completed hours. Applicants must have lived in Mississippi for a year, enroll full time, which means 12 hours per semester, and pursue a first certificate, associate or bachelor's degree. Eligibility relative to Pell is checked from the most recent FAFSA. The award lasts up to eight semesters or until degree completion. Students cannot receive more than one state undergraduate grant in the same term, and must reapply through the state aid application every year.

## Who can apply

- Residents of: MS
- Education level: High school student, Undergraduate
- Minimum GPA: 2.5
- Mississippi resident for one year before applying. Entering freshmen: 2.5 high school GPA and ACT 15 (superscores accepted). Continuing students: 2.5 college GPA on at least 12 hours. Must be eligible for less than the maximum Pell Grant. Up to eight semesters.

## How to apply

Complete the FAFSA and the Mississippi Aid Application (MAAPP) between October 1 and September 15, then submit any requested documents by October 15. Reapply each year.

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