Is Mtag a Pell Grant?
A grant of $500 per year is available for freshmen and sophomores and $1,000 per year for juniors and seniors who are Mississippi residents. MTAG is prorated for those students who receive a Pell Grant; therefore, students who receive the maximum Pell award will not be eligible for MTAG.
Do you have to pay back Mtag?
Do I have to pay MTAG/MESG/HELP back? No. HELP, MTAG, and MESG are all grants, which do not have to be repaid for any reason at any time.
How much is the Mississippi Eminent Scholars Grant?
Mississippi Eminent Scholars Grant (MESG) A grant of $2,500 per year is available to Mississippi residents who are entering freshmen and are designated as National Merit/Achievement Finalists/Semifinalists OR who achieve an ACT score of 29 or better (or comparable SAT score) and a 3.5 high-school grade-point average.
What is Mtag loan?
More than a grand in your hand (MTAG) loan Funds will be deposited into your account within two business days. The MTAG Loan is a great way to cover urgent financial needs such as car repairs, home appliance replacement, medical bills, or emergency travel costs.
Can a MTag award be given to a vocational student?
Yes. The legislation governing MTAG allows students who are enrolling in Vocational or Technical programs to receive MTAG awards if those students meet the entrance requirements of that particular community/junior college and maintain the school’s Satisfactory Academic Progress Standards, as certified by the school’s registrar.
What are the requirements for MTag in Mississippi?
Eligibility Requirements for Students Currently Enrolled in College: Be a legal resident of the State of Mississippi for one year prior to application. Have a minimum 2.5 cumulative college GPA on at least 12 completed hours.
Is there a tuition assistance grant in Mississippi?
MTAG – Mississippi Tuition Assistance Grant
How is continuing eligibility for MTag determined?
Continuing eligibility for MTAG will be evaluated at the end of each semester/trimester of the regular academic year. Cumulative grades (2.5 required) and continuous full-time enrollment will be evaluated. I’m enrolling in a vocational or technical course of study.