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First Generation/Low Income Students

A first-generation student is an individual whose parents have not received bachelor's degrees.

  A low-income student is an individual who annual income level meets the federal guidelines established by the U.S. Census Bureau for determining poverty status. In general, students receiving Pell Grants are frequently eligible for the SSS program. http://www.ed.gov/offices/OPE/HEP/trio/incomelevels.html

ADMISSIONS
Admission requirements are listed in the Bulletin of Mississippi State University which can be obtained from the Mississippi State University Office of Enrollment Services, 112 Lee Hall, P.O. Box NN, Mississippi State, MS 39762. Telephone (662) 325-3076.

FINANCIAL AID
The University administers a full service student aid program through the Department of Student Financial Aid and Scholarships. Aid programs include National Direct Student Loan, Educational Opportunity Grants, Incentive Grants, Academic Scholarships, Regional Scholarships, and College Work Study Program.

NEW STUDENT ORIENTATION
Prior to each semester, the Office of Enrollment Servicesoffers orientation for new and transferring students. Campus tours are also offered through the Office of Enrollment Services from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. It is recommended that you contact the SSS office to make an appointment the same day. One day is usually enough time to visit several offices.

HOUSING AND RESIDENCE LIFE
For more information about campus housing, contact the Department of Housing and Residence Life, P.O. Box HD, Mississippi State, MS 39762. Telephone (662) 325-3555.

SERVICES
Services may include the following:

• Priority Pre-registration
• Academic Monitoring
• Self-Improvement Sessions
• Cultural Enhancement
• Tutoring
• Counseling
• Guidance
• Study Skills
• Organization Strategies
• Time Management Skills
• Interest Inventories
• Career Exploration
• Self-help Library
• Direct Correspondence with Financial Aid Counselors
• Advocacy
• Referrals

INTAKE PROCESS

1. Complete Application(5k PDF) for services.
2. Mail the completed application to:
   Attention: Julie Berry, Interim Director
   Student Support Services
   P.O. Box 806
   Mississippi State, Mississippi 39762
   
   
3. Contact Julie Berry, the Interim Director of Student Support Services for an intake interview. Contact Julie Berry at (662) 325-3335.

Download the Student Support Services' Application(5k PDF)
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