In accordance with Texas Education Code 56.0094, all Texas public institutions of higher education are required to provide clear information to prospective students about gift aid and financial aid displacement. This ensures that students understand how to apply for gift aid, key financial aid timelines, and how to prevent reductions in their awards. The Financial Aid Displacement Advisory, created by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board (THECB), defines financial aid displacement and explains common reasons why a student’s aid may be revised or reduced.
Notice on Financial Aid Displacement
Financial aid displacement may occur when a student’s financial aid package is adjusted due to additional scholarships, enrollment changes, or other eligibility factors.
Understanding Financial Aid and Gift Aid at MSU Texas
How to Apply for Gift Aid at MSU Texas
- Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA): Submit the FAFSA each year at studentaid.gov. School Code: 003592
- MSU Texas General Scholarship Application: Apply through the MSU Texas Scholarship Portal.
- External Scholarships: Report outside scholarships to the Financial Aid Office using the Outside Scholarship Notification Form or by emailing financial-aid@msutexas.edu.
MSU Texas Financial Aid Timeline
|
Process |
Deadline / Timeframe |
Notes |
|
FAFSA Opens |
October 1 |
Recommended to submit early for priority consideration |
|
Priority FAFSA Deadline |
January 15 |
Ensures consideration for limited funding |
|
Last Date to Submit FAFSA |
June 30 |
Federal deadline for the aid year |
Admissions Application Timeline
|
Process |
Admissions Application Deadline |
Admissions Scholarship Deadline |
|
Spring Deadline |
December 1 |
November 1 |
|
Summer I Deadline |
May 1 |
General Merit Scholarships not available |
|
Summer II Deadline |
June 1 |
General Merit Scholarships not available |
|
Fall Deadline |
August 1 |
April 1- First Year July 1 - Transfers |
Tips to Maximize Your Gift Aid
- Apply early for FAFSA and scholarships.
- Maintain full-time enrollment and satisfactory academic progress (SAP).
- Explore departmental and private scholarships throughout the year.
- Keep your contact information up to date to receive aid notifications.
- Renew your FAFSA and scholarship applications annually.
How to Avoid Reductions in Gift Aid
- financial-aid@msutexas.edu Report all outside scholarships early. This helps prevent adjustments after aid is awarded.
- Stay within your cost of attendance. Aid cannot exceed this federally set limit.
- Maintain eligibility. Changes in enrollment or residency can affect awards.
- Consult with Financial Aid before making changes to your housing, major, or course load.
Need Help?
Financial Aid Office
Midwestern State University
Hardin Administration Building, Room 102
Email: financial-aid@msutexas.edu
Phone: (940) 397-4214
Website: https://msutexas.edu/finaid