Scholarship and Financial Aid Appeals

Scholarship Appeals

Mississippi University for Women requires that students who are receiving institutional scholarships maintain a minimum G.P.A of 3.0 and complete at least 24 hours per academic year (Fall, Spring, & Summer). Students who fail to meet either of the requirements due to extenuating circumstances may submit an appeal that is reviewed by the Scholarship Committee. If you believe your situation should be considered, please submit a written appeal to the Financial Aid Center. Students can also appeal for the continuation of their scholarship if the student has not completed their degree program within the allotted timeframe.

Financial Aid Appeals

Mississippi University for Women requires that students who receive financial aid from the Federal Title IV program (Pell, FSEOG, Stafford loans, etc.), must remain in satisfactory academic progress to continue to receive these federal funds. The minimum requirements to remain eligible for federal aid are an overall G.P.A of 2.0 and a course completion ratio of at least 67%. A student’s completion ratio includes courses the student received a letter grade for, a withdrawal, incompletes, and withdrawals passing or failing. Students who fail to meet either requirement due to extenuating circumstances may submit an appeal. If you believe your situation should be considered, please submit an appeal in writing to the financial aid center.

Students who receive federal aid are also required to complete their degree within 192 attempted hours.