Scholarships and Financial Aid Institutions of Higher Learning 1-800-327-2980 www.ihl.state.ms.us MTAG/MESG applications and other state financial aid opportunities can be found at this website. Free Application for Federal Student Aid 1-800-433-3243 www.fafsa.ed.gov The FAFSA form must be completed to determine financial need. To complete the FAFSA, parents will need a copy of their income tax form. The FAFSA can be completed on line. Student Guide to Federal Aid www.ed.gov/prog_info/SFA/StudentGuide Admission Requirements for Public Universities in Mississippi Curriculum Area Courses Units ENGLISH 4 MATHEMATICS Algebra I Geometry Algebra II 3 SCIENCE Select ( 3 ) units from the following list: Biology Advanced Biology Chemistry Advanced Chemistry Physics Advanced Physics Physical Science 3 (2 lab based) COMPUTER EDUCATION Computer Applications ½ ADVANCED ELECTIVES Select 2 units from the following list: Foreign Language World Geography 4th year lab based science 4th year mathematics 2 Total Units Required 15 ½

What are the different types of educational loans? Direct/FFEL Stafford Loan The current repayment rate is 4.06% and 3.46% during in-school and deferment periods. Subsidized Loans Interest begins after school Awarded based on need Unsubsidized Interest begins during school REPAY-starts 6 months after leaving school or dropping below half-time enrollment status Federal PLUS Loan For parents with low interest capped at 9%, currently 4.86% REPAY-begins within 60 days after last disbursement of loan Federal Perkins Loan Combined funds from government and school for extreme need Interest rate is 5% REPAY-begins 9 months after leaving school or dropping below half-time enrollment status Consolidation Loan Combine Federal loans to one vender Interest rate is the weighted average of the federal loans rounded up to the nearest 1/8 of a percent. Interest rate capped at 8.25% Lower monthly payments Private/Alternative Loan For independent students and parents of dependent students REPAY-starts 6 months after leaving school or dropping below half-time enrollment status.