Scholarships

Scholarships: Freshmen-Only

(NOTE: These are pools where ONLY freshmen qualify.)

  • Priority date for application: December 1
  • Award by: February 1
  • Accept or decline by: May 1

Scholarships: Incoming & Current Students

(NOTE: These are pools where freshmen compete against continuing students/transfers/etc.)

  • Close date: March 1
  • Award by: April 15
  • Accept or decline by: July 1

How to apply for scholarships at Mississippi State University

*(Student must be admitted to MSU to apply for scholarships)

NOTE: A new application must be completed each year. (Applications open October 1 of each year).

  • Log in to your MyState account using your NetID and NetPassword.
  • On the Banner tab, under the Financial Aid and Scholarships column, click “Submit/Revise General Scholarship Application”.
  • A new window will pop up, and you’ll need to log in again using your NetID and NetPassword.
    • When you’re logging in for the first time, you’ll need to complete the general application.
    • Don’t forget to click the “Save” button! When you’re returning after your first log-in, you’ll be able to see your saved information.
  • After you complete and submit your general application, you may have additional opportunities recommended to you based on your test scores, GPA, leadership and service, and applicant record. More opportunities may become available over time, so we encourage you to log in regularly and check your account to see if any additional recommendations appear.
  • If you have any questions, please visit the Office of Admissions and Scholarships website or contact the office at 662.325.2224.

Students admitted or currently enrolled in Engineering will be prompted to complete the Bagley Conditional Application.

  • In order to be considered for Engineering Scholarships you must complete the conditional application.
  • Only entering freshmen are required to complete the essay portion of the application.
    All other students should enter N/A in each of the essay boxes to complete the application.

Amazon Cyber Security Scholarship

Eligibility Criteria:

  • Student must be a female or minority
  • Student must be majoring in cyber security or computer science

Andy & Laura Lindeman Annual Scholarship

Eligibility Criteria:

  • Be a full-time undergraduate student enrolled in the Bagley College of Engineering and majoring in Computer Science
  • Have a minimum GPA of 3.0

BankTel Scholarship

Eligibility Criteria:

  • A full-time undergraduate student pursuinf a degree in Computer Science or Computer Engineering. Priority will be given to upperclassmen.
  • Maintain a 2.5 GPA or above (on a 4.0 scale).
  • Demonstrated financial need.

BeyondTrust (formerly Bomgar) Scholarship

Eligibility Criteria:

  • Must be a full-time student at Mississippi State University majoring in Computer Science or Computer Engineering.
  • Must be upperclassmen or gradute students. Exceptions must be approved by the department head.
  • Must have a 3.0 GPA or higher (on a 4.0 scale). Exceptions must be approved by the department head.

Brad Carter Scholarship

Eligibility Criteria:

  • Receipient must either be a junior or senior.
  • 3.0 or better GPA
  • Must be majoring in Software Engineering or Computer Science. Priority will be given to Software Engineers.

C-Spire Foundation

Eligibility Criteria:

  • Must be a citizen of U.S.
  • Must be a resident of one of these states: MS, AL or TN
  • ACT minimum score of 25
  • 3.0 or higher GPA (on 4.0 scale)
  • Major in Accounting, Marketing, Business Administration, Information/Computer Science or Engineering

Donna Reese Scholarship

Eligibility Criteria:

  • Be a full-time student in the Bagley College of Engineering
  • Be a sophomore student or above
  • Majoring in Computer Science or Software Engineering
  • Have and maintain a 3.0 GPA (on a 4.0 scale)
  • Have demonstrated financial need

Goudelock Scholarship for Computer Science and Engineering

Eligibility Criteria:

  • Be a full-time upperclassman or fifth year student in the Bagley College of Engineering at Mississippi State University.
  • Maintain a 3.0 GPA while pursuing a degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or Computer Engineering.
  • Be a student in good standing with no honor code infractions.

Julia Hodges Scholarship

Eligibility Criteria:

  • Candidate must be full-time undergraduate student pursuing a degree in Computer Science
  • Candidate must have a minimum GPA of 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale)

National Science Foundation Scholarship for Service Program

Scholarship for Service (SFS) is a unique program designed to increase and strengthen the cadre of federal information assurance professionals that protect the government's critical information infrastructure. This program provides scholarships that fully fund the typical costs that students pay for books, tuition, and room and board while attending an approved institution of higher learning. The scholarships are funded through grants awarded by the National Science Foundation. Each year or partial year of scholarship benefits incurs a one year government service obligation.

Susan & Philip Bridges Scholarship in CSE

Eligibility Criteria:

  • Have and maintain a 2.5 or higher GPA (on a 4.0 scale)
  • Have Demonstrated financial need
  • Must major in Computer Science or Software Engineering