• Has more than 175 programs that lead to baccalaureate, master’s or doctoral degrees
• The diverse, award-winning faculty bring out the best in students who are enrolled in the eight academic colleges
• Provides numerous services, programs, activities and resources to assist students in their college experience
• Land-grant institution
• Has a presence in all 82 Mississippi counties
• Member of the Southeastern Conference (SEC) for intercollegiate athletics
• Recognized by the U.S. News & World Report as one the nation’s most veteran friendly institutions.
• Mississippi State is home to the Ulysses S. Grant Presidential Library and 1 of 5 universities in the U.S. to house a presidential library.

Mississippi State is ranked by the National Science Foundation as one of the nation’s Top 100 research institutions.

As an institution, Mississippi State prides itself in promoting programs and services designed to encourage academic success and career readiness. The MSU Career Center is committed to ensuring our students smoothly transition into career ready professionals by nurturing professional growth through skills that enhance critical thinking, oral/written communication, teamwork, leadership, professionalism, career management, and global/intercultural fluency – all of which are identified as Career Readiness Competencies and are skillsets that employers across the country seek when hiring graduates.

Through the combination of instruction from our esteemed faculty, promotion of career competencies, and the inclusion of practical work experience students gain through programs such as our accredited Cooperative Education and Internship Program, 80% of our Mississippi State graduates are either employed or continuing education upon graduation, and this assurance to our students and graduates is the overall benefit of obtaining an academic degree from Mississippi State.

The easiest and quickest way for families to receive information about their student’s grades is for the student to provide it directly. The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) gives students certain rights with respect to their education records. Mississippi State may not disclose academic records without the student’s consent.

Here are a few simple ways to access your student’s grades:

Transcripts: For access to final grades, students can look up their academic transcript online and email a copy. On myBanner under “Academic Records” students should choose “View Your Transcript, Degrees, Transfer Courses.

Parent Portal: Students can designate access to academic records to parents and/or guardians via their myState account. On myBanner under “Academic Records” students should choose “FERPA Release & Parent Portal Access” and complete the information granting access.

CANVAS: Students can snap a quick picture of grades for a specific class if it’s captured on CANVAS.

The Office of the Registrar publishes Mississippi State’s academic calendar. To access the calendar visit www.registrar.msstate.edu/calendars/academic-calendar.

There are many different ways a student can access the curriculum for a particular major.

College or Departmental Website

Most curriculums can be found on the college websites, under the respective department. www.msstate.edu/academics

DegreeWorks

All Mississippi State students have access to the degree audit system Degree Works in myState. Degree Works helps students and advisors track progress toward graduation. It outlines all courses required for the chosen major and which courses have been completed or remain to be taken, as well as hours earned, GPAs, and transfer hours. Students can also do a "what if" analysis to see how completed courses fit into different majors. Using the Degree Works information, you and your advisor can focus on your goals and plan how to achieve them.

To view Degree Works, students should choose “Degree Works” under “Academic Records” in myState and view a previously run evaluation or generate a new evaluation. To investigate a possible change in major or the addition of a double major, students should choose a What-If evaluation. These audits will utilize courses completed and those scheduled to inform students of their status at any point in their university career. Questions concerning articulation or substitution of courses should be directed to a students’ advisor or the college Dean’s office.

Email additional questions about the University Degree Audit System to degreeaudit@registrar.msstate.edu.

myState

Advisors are located on the bottom left of a student’s main myState page. Students should contact the department of their major to locate the name of their advisor.

First time students will register during Orientation. Continuing students will need to meet with their advisor and utilize DegreeWorks (accessed through myState) to make sure they are staying on track. If there are no Holds on a student’s account, registration will then take around the middle of the semester. On myBanner under “Registration” students should choose “Register for Classes.” Students should complete their own registration process.

Registration is not complete upon receipt of payment and fees. Visit the Office of the Registrar website for more information.

The Center for Student Success promotes student learning and an enriched Mississippi State student experience by providing services, programs, and resources that help students make the transition into university life; aid students’ decision-making, especially during their freshman year; and help students achieve personal and academic progress and growth, targeted toward graduation.

The Center coordinates many well-known Mississippi State programs and offices, including College Ready, the Freshman Year Navigator program, Supplemental Instruction, The Learning Center, and the University Academic Advising Center (UAAC).

There is also a class (FYE 1003 The MSU Experience) that is geared toward helping freshmen adjust to college life. 

- Supplemental Instruction (SI): SI is a free academic resource designed to help students succeed in historically difficult courses. Study sessions are led by SI Leaders, students who have already taken the class and succeeded. SI Leaders attend all class lectures, take notes, meet with their assigned faculty member, plan for study sessions, and lead study sessions. For more sessions regarding SI visit https://www.si.msstate.edu/.

- Private Tutoring: Private tutoring is also available for students for a small fee. Students must complete at least 4 hours worth of sessions. For more information regarding private tutoring visit https://www.tlc.msstate.edu/tutoring/private.php.

- Writing Center: Students have the opportunity to work one-on-one with a trained consultant dedicated to working on writing skills. During any stage of the composition processes, staff members are available to help with brainstorming, development, and revisions. For more information regarding the writing center visit www.writingcenter.msstate.edu/students.

To learn more, visit The Learning Center online or stop by 267 Allen Hall.

Your student should be in contact with their professors. When a student is enrolled in the class, the professor gives out a syllabus with his or her office hours and an email address. Due to FERPA (see above information) the professor should only communicate academic related information with your student. If you have questions about how to handle a situation, please contact the Office of Parent & Family Services.

Meeting each semester with your advisor will help keep you on track to progress smoothly toward completing a degree. An advisor is able to help you make sure that you are planning to register for the appropriate courses, answer questions about possible course options, and refer you to the appropriate people and resources to discuss career and future education options, tutoring programs and counseling services.

Students will be assigned an advisor based on their major. Undeclared students are assigned an Advisor at the Center for Advising who can assist you in exploring majors at MSU.  Advisors are assigned alphabetically according to the student’s last name and is listed at the bottom left side of your main page in Banner.  All of our advisors are ready to help and if your advisor is not available or you want to work with a different advisor, we will make sure you have the assistance you need.  Please call (662) 325-4052 if you are unsure who your advisor is.

You should meet with your advisor during pre-registration advising to plan your next semester(s) of courses. This occurs during the middle of each semester and you will receive an email reminder from our director about scheduling appointments.  You must meet with an Advisor to be released so that you can register for classes. It is also recommended that you meet with your advisor anytime you are not sure about some aspect of your academic schedule or course choices or if you are considering dropping a class, withdrawing, changing your major, adding a minor, using academic forgiveness for a class, etc.

To schedule an appointment with your advisor, reach out to them via email or through a link on the departmental website. Students whose advisors are in the Center for Advising may use the Navigate app to schedule a meeting. 

The MSU Catalog contains the academic policies, academic requirements, and official curriculum models for all degree programs offered at Mississippi State University. It also contains a brief description of all classes MSU offers.

You must meet with an advisor to receive your Registration Access Code (RAC) and registration window. During this short (30 minute) meeting, you and your advisor will discuss possible major choices and courses you plan to take in the next semester(s).

Registration dates and times are assigned to students at various times during the registration period. You will be given your time during your pre-registration advising session. Registration continues until the last day to add a course of each semester. Please refer to the university academic calendar to see these dates.

Login to myState by using your MSU netid and password. Click on the Banner tab. In the box labeled Registration  you will find Register for Classes.

The classes you take should be based on your intended academic plan you determined with your advisor during your advising meetings. Curriculum information, requirements for each major and a description of courses can be found in the MSU Catalog. What classes you take depends on your intended major, your semester classification, and the courses you still need in order to graduate or to enter a major

A registration hold prevents a student from registering for classes for the upcoming semester. Registration holds can be placed on a student for various reasons by Student Financial Services, the Student Health Center, or other authorized individuals. A Registration Hold can only be removed by the party placing the hold. Your academic advisor can assist you in determining the source of the hold and directing you to the appropriate party to have it removed. To have your best selection of courses, you should check for holds in your Banner account well before your registration time begins.

The MSU Catalog has a complete list of courses and course descriptions. You can also access course descriptions in Banner under Academic Information - Course Descriptions.

Prerequisites are stipulations that must be met prior to taking a course. Prerequisites can include: successful completion of a designated course in a sequence, ACT/SAT score, and/or classification.

You may determine if a course you intend to take will count toward your degree by running a DegreeWorks "What if" report in your Banner account, referring to the curriculum model in the MSU Catalog, or by discussing your plans with your academic advisor.

The Academic Forgiveness Policy may be used to remove a maximum of 9 total hours undergraduate D or F course grades from the computation of your GPA. All courses for which a grade has been assigned will remain on the transcript. However, the notation will appear that the work is not included in the GPA. The complete policy can be found here.

To retake a course, without using Academic Forgiveness, you may have to call the department offering the course to request a retake override to be keyed on your behalf in Banner. Most departments ask which course number and section you wish to take.

The deadline to drop a class in Banner is the 5th day of classes in regular terms (fall and spring). The deadline to add a class in Banner is the 6th day of classes in regular terms. Courses may be added using a drop/add slip with instructor permission and dean approval beyond this deadline. Courses may be dropped with a drop/add slip through the 30th class day (in regular terms) with dean approval. Students using this option will have a "W" appear on their transcript for the course(s).  Keep in mind, dropping below 12 hours can have a negative impact on financial aid, housing, health insurance, etc. Please see the university academic calendar for the specific dates.

No, departments/instructors make these decisions, so you will need to contact the department offering the course and/or the instructor teaching the course.

The MSU Catalog has a complete list of courses and course descriptions. You can also access course descriptions in Banner under Academic Information - Course Descriptions.

Please follow this link to find a complete listing of all majors offered at MSU.

DegreeWorks is an online program that compares your academic record to major requirements as found in the MSU Catalog. This is a great tool you can use to see what courses you have left to complete a degree. You can also use it to review the requirements you have satisfied, and calculate how many semesters it will take you to graduate. You can do a "what if" analysis to see how the courses you have taken fit into different majors. Using the DegreeWorks information, you and your advisor can focus on your goals and plan how to achieve them. DegreeWorks is accessed through the Banner tab of your myState portal under the Academic Records column.

When you are ready to declare a major, you will need to make an appointment with your advisor, who will verify your GPA and course requirements. Changing your major requires an eForm, which is found in your myState account. The eForm will then go through several steps of an approval process if accepted. 

You can run a "What if" report in DegreeWorks to compare your transcript to the major course of study. You can also meet with a departmental advisor in your intended major.

Credit by examination information can be found in the Academic Policies section of the MSU Catalog. Your ACT/SAT scores are used for placement in Math and English core classes.

Dual enrollment means that you took a college course while in highschool. A transcript of the dual enrollment coursework should be sent to MSU from the college where the credit was earned.

A student may be approved to take courses at another institution. He or she should check to see if the course will transfer to MSU using the Registrar's transfer articulation tool and should always meet with an advisor before taking transient courses to confirm that the courses completed will count toward the student's MSU degree.

Most credit hours are accepted by MSU. All transferred credit hours are evaluated through an articulation process by the Registrar's Office. Not all courses are equivalent to courses taught at MSU. So while they may be accepted as credit hours, they may or may not apply to specific degree programs. Please note that technical courses taken at community colleges are not accepted by MSU.

We can advise students up to 75 hours of earned credit which is typically between junior and senior years. Your general education courses count for about 36 hours and are typically completed by the end of your first semester of your sophomore year. At that point you will want to be taking courses following a major.

The MSU Catalog contains the academic policies, academic requirements, and official curriculum models for all degree programs offered at Mississippi State University. It also contains a brief description of all classes MSU offers.

The Academic Forgiveness Policy may be used to remove a maximum of 9 total hours undergraduate D or F course grades from the computation of your GPA. All courses for which a grade has been assigned will remain on the transcript. However, the notation will appear that the work is not included in the GPA. The complete policy can be found here.

When you are ready to declare a major, you will need to make an appointment with your advisor, who will verify your GPA and course requirements and provide you with a Major Change Form. You will have that form signed by the department of your intended major and then return the form to UAAC for final signatures and processing.

12 hours is considered full-time. Fewer than 12 hours is considered part-time.

The deadline to drop a class in Banner is the 5th day of classes in regular terms (Fall and Spring). The deadline to add a class in Banner is the 6th day of classes for the regular terms by 8:00am. Courses may be added after the 6th day of classes using a drop/add form only if approved first by the instructor of the course followed by advisor approval. Some departments may also require the approval of their respective deans. Courses may be dropped with a drop/add form through the 36th day of classes (regular terms) with advisor approval. 

Again, some departments may also require the approval of the dean. Students using this option will have a “W” displayed on their transcript for the courses(s). Keep in mind that dropping below 12 hours can have a negative impact on financial aid, housing, health insurance, etc. For some state of Mississippi residents, dropping below 15 hours can have a negative impact on state financial aid. Summer term deadlines to add and/or drop are shorter because these terms are condensed. Please see the university academic calendar for the specific dates.

Courses dropped or added with a drop/add slip after the deadline in Banner are assessed a $50 fee in addition to the tuition for the course.

The withdrawal procedure is initiated in our office for undeclared students. Withdrawal should be considered by students leaving the University before the end of the semester to prevent future difficulties in obtaining transcripts or in re-entering the University, and to avoid having F’s automatically recorded for all courses taken during the semester. View the complete policy on withdrawals here.

To retake a course, you can use Academic Forgiveness for up to nine credit hours. Also, without using Academic Forgiveness, you may have to call the department offering the course to request a retake override to be keyed on your behalf in Banner. Most departments ask which course number and section you wish to take.

To calculate your GPA, add the total number of credit-bearing hours and divide this number into the total number of quality points. To determine your total number of quality points, multiply the credit hours for each course by the numerical value of the grade earned for each course (A = 4, B = 3, C = 2, D = 1, F= 0). Add these numbers together and you will have your total number of quality points.

*Courses from other schools will not be included in your MSU GPA.

A student's whose MSU GPA is below 2.0 at the end of any term will enter the next term on academic probation and will remain on probation until his or her cumulative MSU GPA reaches 2.00 or higher.

Students with a semester GPA of less than 2.0 who have attempted at least 24 hours of coursework at Mississippi State University AND who fail to meet MSU cumulative GPA requirements will be suspended for at least one regular semester.

A student who has already received an academic suspension who fails to earn a current GPA of 2.0 or higher, and who has less than the required MSU cumulative GPA, will be placed on academic dismissal. A student who receives an academic dismissal will not be automatically or routinely readmitted. A student can petition for readmission typically after the student has been absent from the University for one calendar year.

These policies can be viewed here and here.

Enrollment verification is obtained by clicking the link located within Banner under Enrollment Verification. Any student needing assistance obtaining an enrollment verification may call Ann Dawson at 662-325-2662 or by emailing her at adawson@registrar.msstate.edu.

Click here for transcripts.

The final exam schedule is posted here. Please see the final examination policy for the process to reschedule an exam in the event you have more than 2 in one day.

The grade appeal policy and process is outlined here.

Mississippi State students are encouraged to visit the Career Center early and often during their time on campus. Career Center liaisons regularly provide assistance in choosing an academic major, drafting and polishing resumes, locating internships and preparing to land that first job after graduation, and everything in between.

The best way for a student to find a job on or off campus is the door-to-door approach. Many departments and local businesses hire students that apply directly. Students should grab a resume, dress professionally, and hit the pavement to find a part-time position that fit within their class schedule. Other ways to find a job include:

Work-Study: Federal Work-Study (FWS) is a federally funded, need-based student work program awarded by Financial Aid. Interest in work-study must be indicated on the FAFSA each year in order to be considered for the award.

Part-Time Jobs: The Career Center is a great resource for students that are job searching. Some local employers and campus departments post positions through the Career Center’s Connections site.

Our dining services offers 23 on-campus restaurants including 5 all you care to eat Residential Dining Halls. Our dining services team include chefs and dietitians that recognize and accommodate food allergies, preferences, and special dietary needs in a personalized manner. All freshman students will be automatically enrolled in the Ultimate Meal Plan when you enroll in housing on campus. The Ultimate Meal Plan comes with unlimited meal swipes into the dining halls and $150 Flex. You have the option to change to the Gold or Silver Plans within the first two weeks of each semester. For more information regarding University Dining, please visit www.msstatedining.campusdish.com.

When living on campus, your student will call one of our 16 Residence Halls HOME! Explore our Residence Halls to see the different styles and sizes of rooms available to your student. At Mississippi State, first time freshmen are required to live on campus unless they receive an approved exemption for the Freshman Residency Requirement. Additionally, several academic colleges partner with Housing and Residence Life to create Living-Learning and Theme Communities for students who have similar interests to live near one another on a hallway block.

Student vehicles on campus are completely optional. All students have access to the SMART (Starkville Metro Area Rapid Transit) transit system which is free to ride and provides pick-up and drop locations throughout campus and the city of Starkville. Our campus routes run Monday through Friday from 7 A.M. to 6 P.M., while our city routes run Monday through Saturday from 7 A.M. to 8 P.M. We also offer the GTR Airport Express which provides free transit to the Golden Triangle Airport, this service and schedule is based on flight arrivals and departure times. To assist with tracking buses on SMART, please download the “Double Map” app on your smart device and register, this app offers live bus tracking for each active route. You can find additional information on SMART and specific routes at our website, www.smart.msstate.edu. 

If your student decides to bring a vehicle to campus, they will need a valid Mississippi State permit. Student permits are purchased through their MyState account and shipped to the designated residence. Once the purchase is finalized, the student will receive a receipt email that should be printed off and displayed on the vehicle dashboard. This will provide access to parking on campus while the permit is being shipped. If the permit does not arrive in 14 days, please visit Parking & Transit Services at the Roberts Building for assistance. Other options for student parking include timed and metered areas, such as East Lee Meters, Barnes & Noble Meters and the Old Main Parking Garage. All vehicles must park in their designated permit zones from 7 A.M. to 6 P.M., Monday through Friday.

A student can receive testing accommodations for a documented disability by registering with Disability Support Services (DSS.) To register, students should complete the online application under “Academic Records” in myBanner and choose “Disability Support Services Application.”

Once the student completes the application and provides the appropriate documentation, DSS will conduct an intake appointment to go over how to receive accommodations based on the particular disability. 

Mississippi State’s Counseling Center is staffed by licensed psychologists, licensed professional counselors, and social workers to provide comprehensive services for personal, social, developmental, and general mental health needs. As part of the services they offer both individual and group counseling. More information regarding services can be found at www.counseling.msstate.edu. 

Whether your students are looking to find a place where they  will fit in, or simply making the most of their leisure time, the Center for Student Activities offers a wide variety of ways to get involved in campus life. Mississippi State boasts over 400 student organizations which provide an ample amount of ways for students to get involved, meet other people, and make the most of their college experience.

Many of the student organizations are required to have a non-discrimination clause. There are several organizations on campus that are identity based or faith-based organizations with stricter membership clauses.

The best way to view these organizations and experiences is for your student to visit cowbellconnect.msstate.edu. This site is the hub for getting connected with events, student organizations, and volunteer experiences. We have already created a profile for every student, they just need to log in with their netID and password. Here they can customize their profile, search and connect with organizations, and get plugged in!

Mississippi State's Freshman Residency Requirement requires freshman students enrolled in twelve (12) or more semester credit hours to reside in University Student Housing. This requirement excludes summer sessions and is applicable until the attainment of sophomore standing (30 semester credit hours), or the receipt of an exemption from the Department of Housing and Residence Life.

Read the Freshman Residency Requirement Policy.

Students can apply for housing once they are admitted to Mississippi State. To apply visit my.housing.msstate.edu.

Yes. Mississippi State Housing and Residence Life will make every effort to assign students to the same room as his or her preferred roommate as long as each student mutually requests each other by the priority deadline. For new Fall students, the Freshmen deadline is April 1. For new Spring students, the deadline is November 30. For information regarding housing visit www.housing.msstate.edu.

A student can receive testing accommodations for a documented disability by registering with Disability Support Services (DSS.) To register, students should complete the online application under “Academic Records” in myBanner and choose “Disability Support Services Application.”

Once the student completes the application and provides the appropriate documentation, DSS will conduct an intake appointment to go over how to receive accommodations based on the particular disability. 

Mississippi State’s housing partner, Greystar, allows students with children to reside in our new upper-division residential community, College View. All leasing policies and requirements are facilitated by College View. There are no particular policies governing this and the student leases are facilitated through College View, not Mississippi State.

The Office of Off-Campus Student Services (OCSS) helps students who are currently, or considering, living off campus. OCSS strives to provide students with the resources necessary to have a positive off-campus experience. Learn more at ocss.msstate.edu.

Students typically begin searching for next year’s off-campus housing at least six months in advance.

COVID-19 information and resources are available at www.msstate.edu/covid19.

MSU offers tutoring and academic support to students through the Learning Center. Students can also contact the course’s department regarding specific tutoring information.

In addition to working with advisors in the UAAC, the Career Center can help match MSU majors to careers of interest.

Internships and Co-Ops can provide practical, hands-on career related experience that will look great on your resume. The Career Center can help set up internship and co-op experiences

Undergraduate research and creative discovery offers you the opportunity to apply what you already know to new issues that interest you, and allows you to develop new skills. Contact the MSU Undergraduate Research and Creative Discovery Program to find research projects and funding opportunities. Another good strategy to help you get started is to talk with a professor of a class you are interested in and see if he or she would be willing to work with you.

The Office of Study Abroad offers the students the opportunity to explore academic opportunities outside of the United States and academic credit that can apply toward a degree at MSU.

A number of scholarships are available to students. Please contact the Office of Admissions and Scholarships for more information and questions about eligibility.

The Writing Center is available to work with student writers on class assignments as well as professional documents and materials and can help with any stage of the writing process (to brainstorm, develop, revise, and edit).

Student Counseling Services offers individual and group therapy as well as workshops free to all students.

The Department of Student Financial Aid provides financial assistance to students who need aid to attend MSU. Students seeking assistance are required to file an application for Federal Student Financial Aid annually. Applications for aid should be completed in January or February of the year prior to the academic year in which the student will need assistance. Financial aid includes scholarships, grants, loans and part-time employment.

With so many organizations to choose from, it may feel like finding the right one for you is hard. The Student Organizations website connects you with student organizations in your areas of interest. The Center for Student Activities can connect you to student organizations as well.

The Center for America's Veterans provides support focused on the special needs of veterans, servicemembers, dependents, and survivors. They also offer educational benefits counseling to maximize VA benefits.

The Holmes Cultural Diversity Center (HCDC), located on the second floor of the Colvard Student Union, is a home away from home for many students. HCDC encourages and assists minority and international students with their academics, career aspirations, and social adjustments to college life.

The International Institute houses many resources for International students. Visit www.international.msstate.edu/international-students to learn about these resources.

The most up-to-date information on Mississippi State’s student population is maintained through Mississippi State’s Office of Institutional Research & Effectiveness (OIRE) Visit www.ir.msstate.edu and choose the academic year under Common Data Set.

Mississippi State is preparing students to venture out into a diverse world. Diversity means more than just race and gender. It includes socioeconomic status, religion, thought, countries of origin, political beliefs, etc. The Mississippi State family represents all 50 States and more than 90 countries from around the world. We are proud to be one of the most diverse public research institutions in the country. Rich, poor, spiritual choices, race, ethnicity, politics, life situations are all part of our university melting pot. When students leave Mississippi State to tackle the world, they can truly say that they were exposed to a diverse community that will prepare them for an even more diverse workforce. Through its many programs and services, Mississippi State strives to:

• Encourage and expose all students to a climate in which all cultures, faith traditions, political beliefs, especially underrepresented students, and all of our students are appreciated as valued members of the campus community
• Provide training, programming and exposure that enhances this climate
• Increase underrepresented student enrollment and retention at Mississippi State by assisting the university’s student recruitment and retention efforts
• Encourage and assist underrepresented students with their academic, career aspirations and social adjustments to college life
• Several offices including but not limited to: Dean of Students’ office, Parent and Family Services and the Holmes Cultural Diversity Center serve as a liaison between underrepresented students, the faculty, and administration
• Promote the positive image that all cultures/beliefs contribute to university life
• Make the college experience a productive and successful endeavor for all students.

The most recent “Best Value College” ranked Mississippi State at the top. According to the study, Mississippi State graduates receive an average starting salary of $51,100, $2,600 higher than the next highest university in the rankings. The average starting salary for all Mississippi higher education graduates is $44,557. Read the most recent study at: https://www.msstate.edu/newsroom/article/2020/05/msu-again-named-mississippis-top-best-value-college

Yes. Students may choose to pay in full or enroll in a payment plan. The cost to enroll in the payment plan each semester is $50. The plan will split the total amount due into four payments. Students enroll in the plan after logging into the QuikPAY® system in their myState account. You will provide credit card or bank account information when enrolling in the plan to allow payments to be automatically charged or drafted on the established due dates. For information regarding costs, understanding your bill, making payments and getting refunds, please visit https://www.controller.msstate.edu/accountservices/index.php

Students can provide authorized (QuikPAY®) access to parents/guardians who will be assisting with the student account charges. For information on how your student can set you up as an Authorized Payer, please visit www.controller.msstate.edu/accountservices.

Mississippi State recognizes students as adults who are expected to obey the law and the rules and regulations of the university, to take personal responsibility for their conduct, to respect the rights of others, and to have regard for the preservation of state and university property, as well as the private property of others. Mississippi State will not police the personal lives of students on or off campus or invade their privacy by spying or intrusive searches; however, students whose conduct threatens to cause disorder, public disturbances, danger to themselves or others, or property damage will be disciplined. The Behavioral Intervention Team (BIT) determines the need for intervention and activation of appropriate resources and responses for behaviors. To find out about BIT, including frequently asked questions, please visit www.students.msstate.edu/faq/#behavioral-intervention. 

This may be a good thing! Your student maybe busy adjusting to a new schedule and having fun, while studying for a course.

Graduate students are eligible to apply for a research, teaching and service assistantship. Many of the assistantships provide monthly stipends and a portion of tuition. For more information about assistantships visit https://www.grad.msstate.edu/funding-tuition/assistantships.

Mississippi State prescribes minimum standards of scholarship in determining whether a student may continue with studies. This determination is made at the end of the fall and spring semesters, at the end of the summer session, or any part of a semester in which the student has been enrolled. While the academic standing of a student is determined by the Mississippi State Cumulative Grade Point Average (GPA), students must earn a 2.0 GPA on both the Mississippi State and overall cumulative GPA’s to earn a degree. Information regarding academic probation, suspension, and dismissal can be found at www.uaac.msstate.edu/faq/what-are-academic-probation-academic-suspension-and-dismissal. (Individual colleges may have higher GPA requirements for graduation.)

No, computers are not covered as part of tuition.

Once your student is admitted to Mississippi State, we encourage students and family members to sign up for an Orientation session. Information regarding Orientation sign-up can be found at https://www.admissions.msstate.edu/enrollment. 

Parents and Families are also strongly encouraged to connect with the Office of Parent and Family Services. A handbook is updated annually to help guide families through Mississippi State’s many different resources. View the Handbook.

Your student can purchase books at the campus Barnes & Noble. Books can also be reserved online through the students’ myState account. Under “Registration” choose “Order or Reserve Your Textbooks.”

The department of Health Promotion and Wellness engages students through initiatives to promote complete mental, physical, and social well-being. 

In accordance with the HIPAA policy, Mississippi State is committed to protecting the confidentiality of protected health information and in complying with State and Federal regulations regarding protected health information.

Mississippi State is committed to creating and maintaining an environment that is inclusive and supportive for all students.

The Maroon Alert System includes several methods of notifying the university community that an emergency exists or is developing. Maroon Alerts are only sent for emergencies or periodic tests. To learn more about the Maroon Alert System, visit ready.msstate.edu.

Student Injury and Sickness Insurance plan can be purchased through the Longest Student Health Center. Find out more information at www.healthcenter.msstate.edu/insurance.

As a student you are not charged for your office visits. All other medical procedures and supplies are available at reasonable charges. Other services including X-Rays, Lab Fees, Physical Therapy, Medications are billed to the insurance provided on the date of service, with the remaining balance billed to the patient.

Mississippi State has a full-service pharmacy and accepts prescription transfers. Charges are transferred to student accounts daily if not paid at time of service. Insurance claims will be filed, and most major pharmacy coverage plans are accepted.

OCH Regional Medical Center is located just north of downtown Starkville and provides comprehensive hospital services that include a fully staffed emergency room. There are also many local urgent care facilities.

Safe Walk is a 24/7 service operated by the MSUPD to safely escort individuals to their vehicles, buildings or other campus destinations. Telephone or text 662.325.2121 and an escort will be sent to walk students to their destination. Safe Walk members are equipped with two-way radios and wear reflective vests. At night, patrol members travel throughout campus in golf carts to provide extra sets of eyes and ears for officers on duty and report any activity that may require law enforcement response. Hours of operation vary but the generally begin at dark and continue until the early morning hours.

Hazing is prohibited. Physical hazing violates statutes of the State of Mississippi. Any member and/or group failing to comply with this policy are subject to disciplinary action. This policy pertains to all pledges, active, and alumni members of the fraternity, sorority, or other organizations. For purposes of this policy, hazing is defined as any individual or organization that, in the course of another person's initiation into or affiliation with any organization, intentionally or recklessly engages in conduct that creates a substantial risk of physical injury to such other person or a third person. More information regarding the University’s hazing policy can be viewed at www.policies.msstate.edu/sites/www.policies.msstate.edu/files/91208.pdf. 

Unlawful sale, possession, use, or distribution of illegal drugs, alcoholic beverages and firearms is prohibited. The following policies outline more information:

Illegal Drugs:

www.policies.msstate.edu/sites/www.policies.msstate.edu/files/60120.pdf

Alcoholic beverages:

www.policies.msstate.edu/policy/91119

Firearms:

www.policies.msstate.edu/sites/www.policies.msstate.edu/files/2020-03/91.120%20final.pdf

Maroon Alert, is the university’s emergency notification platform and uses texts, emails, phone calls and more to inform the university community of imminent or existing dangers. Additionally, the university has various guidelines, policies and procedures related to emergency situations. To view the processes visit www.emergency.msstate.edu and follow @MaroonAlert on Twitter to receive important information and updates. 

Families and friends can sign up for Maroon Alert by texting “MAROONALERT” to 888777. This keyword is not case-sensitive. You will be enrolled in the Maroon Alert Community Engagement and will receive a text from 888777 anytime an alert is issued. You may text “STOP” to 888777 at any time to be removed from the system.