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Office of Financial Aid
University of Mississippi

Other Scholarships

Not a traditional freshman or transfer student? No problem! These scholarships are available to apply for all qualifying students

Child of Faculty/Staff Scholarship
  • Award Amount: One-half tuition per semester (full tuition per semester for those children of parents employed before July 1, 1977 )
  • Eligibility: Students whose parents are full-time, permanent employees of The University of Mississippi’s main campus and/or its branch campuses.
  • How to Apply: Print the application (PDF format) and submit to the Office of Financial Aid.
  • Deadline: N/A
  • For More Information: Office of Financial Aid, 800-891-4596
  • E-mail: finaid@olemiss.edu

Freedom Studies Scholarship
  • Award Amount: $2,500 per semester)
  • Details: The Declaration of Independence Center is building a community of students with the character, passion, and talent to make a difference in the name of American Freedom.
  • How to Apply: For additional information, please visit the Freedom Studies Scholars page.
  • Deadline: August 28, 2024

Osher Reentry Scholarship
  • Award Amount: Up to $2,500 per year ($1,250/semester)
  • Eligibility: Students who are pursuing their first baccalaureate degree; have experienced a cumulative gap in their education of five or more years since High School graduation or attainment of GED; who are enrolled at least half-time, are US Citizens between 25 and 50 years old; and have demonstrated financial need as determined by the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).
  • How to Apply: Apply for admission to The University of Mississippi and complete online Osher Reentry Scholarship Application.
  • Deadline: July 1st to complete the OSHER REENTRY Scholarship Application and students must have a completed Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) on file with the Office of Financial Aid. Priority date is June 1st.
  • For More Information: Office of Financial Aid, 800-891-4596. For Additional Information click here.
  • E-mail: finaid@olemiss.edu

Sumners Scholarship
  • Eligibility:
    • The student must be a resident of Attala, Carroll, Choctaw, Montgomery or Webster County in Mississippi who desires and can benefit from a higher education. For additional information, please visit our Sumners Scholarship Page.