Midwestern State University offers students more than $2 million in general academic merit scholarships each year.
New incoming freshmen who are admitted to MSU Texas by the June 1, 2027, priority deadline for fall 2027 or the November 1, 2026, priority deadline for spring 2027 are automatically considered for our general merit, Phi Theta Kappa, Regents, and ISD scholarships.
New incoming transfer students seeking their first bachelor’s degree who are admitted to MSU Texas by July 1, 2027, for fall 2027 or November 1, 2026, for spring 2027, and have all required documents on file with the Admissions Office are automatically considered for our general merit scholarships.
Students seeking their first bachelor's degree who are admitted to MSU Texas and wish to be considered for the Phi Theta Kappa scholarship must have proof of their Phi Theta Kappa membership on file with the Admissions Office by the published deadline per entry term and student type (freshmen or transfer).
Merit scholarships are awarded based on the eligibility criteria and deadline for the semester in which you are applying for admission.
- Freshmen Merit Scholarships
- Transfer Merit Scholarships
- Phi Theta Kappa Scholarship
- Additional Scholarships
| Freshmen Scholarships | Unweighted High School GPA | SAT* or ACT | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $3500 Freshmen Scholar | 1500/34 | AND | Top 5% | |
| $2500 Freshmen Distinction | 3.9-4.0 | |||
| $2000 Freshmen Excellence | 3.79-3.89 | |||
| $1500 Freshmen Outstanding | 3.5-3.78 |
*SAT scores are based on the combined Critical Reading and Math scores only.
| Transfer Students† | Unweighted GPA and transfer credits | Annual Award |
|---|---|---|
| Excellence | 3.50 GPA with 12 credit hours | $2,000 |
| Achievement | 3.00 GPA with 12 credit hours | $1,500 |
†Transfer scholarships cannot be combined with freshman merit scholarships.
| Phi Theta Kappa†† | Annual Award |
|---|---|
| Member of Phi Theta Kappa at a previous institution | $1,200 |
††Is stackable with other merit scholarships. The community college transcript must show the Phi Theta Kappa designation or a copy of the Phi Theta Kappa membership certificate must be provided to the Admissions Office by the printed deadline based on student type.
| Regents Valedictorian | High school valedictorian | $3,000 per year |
| Regents Salutatorian | High school salutatorian | $2,000 per year |
| ISD Valedictorian/Salutatorian††† | Valedictorian or salutatorian from select local ISDs | $4,000 per year |
| Dual Credit Award | Students who take and pass at least one MSU Texas course during the fall or spring semester of their senior year and continue their education at MSU Texas immediately after high school graduation. | $1,000 per year |
†††ISD Valedictorian/Salutatorian cannot be combined with the Regents scholarships.
Redwine Honors Program Scholarship – $4000 per year
Designed to bring out the best in academically talented students and to serve as the core of academic excellence with the university community.
Deadline – January 15
The Priddy Scholars – Full Tuition and Residential Funding
Recognizes 15 outstanding students who are the first in their immediate family to attend a four-year university. Scholarships are selective and cover tuition, books, room, board, and study abroad.
Texas Leadership Scholars – Full Tuition and Residential Funding
Recognizes up to 8 first-generation students who will be connected with peer and professional networks and mentors, participate in unique leadership development programs, and receive opportunities for undergraduate research and study abroad options. To be eligible, nomination to the program from a high school counselor is required.
Athletics
Information regarding athletic scholarships can be obtained from the Head Coach of the particular sport. For list of more scholarship opportunities, students should seek information about applications and deadlines through the academic departments, Financial Aid, and University Donor Services.
Dallas County Promise
MSU Texas is a Dallas County Promise Partner and participates in the Dallas County Promise program.