Admitted Students

Admitted Students
Welcome to the Bulldog Family

Congratulations on your admission to Mississippi State University. This page covers the next steps and important dates for admitted students entering in Summer or Fall 2027. The housing application, General Scholarship Application (GSA), and FAFSA all open October 1, and MSU’s federal school code is 002423. Freshmen should submit the GSA before December 1 for maximum scholarship consideration, and transfer students should submit it before March 1. The FAFSA priority deadline is April 1. First-time freshmen are required to live on campus and should complete the housing application by April 1 at 11:59 p.m. CT to keep their housing priority. Orientation sign-up opens February 1 and is required for new, entering students. Now that you’re officially ready to join the Bulldog Family, we are here to help you every step of the way. Get ready to make Starkville and MSU your home away from home.

Timeline of Important Dates Orientation - Confirm Enrollment

Timeline of
Important Dates

This timeline below is specific to students who plan to enter in Summer (May, June, July) or Fall (August) of 2027. Questions? Contact the Office of Undergraduate Admissions at admit@msstate.edu or (662) 325-2224.

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August 1st

Application Opens

The Mississippi State University admissions application for Summer and Fall 2027 opens August 1 at 8 p.m. CT.

Freshman Transfer

Apply to Mississippi State University

October 1st

Submit Housing Application

The Mississippi State University housing application for admitted students opens October 1 at noon CT. First-time freshmen are required to live in on-campus housing.

Freshman

Apply for Housing

October 1st

General Scholarship Application (GSA) Opens

The General Scholarship Application (GSA) opens October 1. Admitted students use the GSA to apply for all competitive Mississippi State University scholarships, including major-specific, alumni, and extracurricular scholarships.

Freshman Transfer

Review Scholarship Details

October 1st

Submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)

Admitted students can begin the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) on October 1, once they have been admitted to Mississippi State University. MSU’s federal code is 002423.

Freshman Transfer

Submit your FAFSA

December 1st

Freshman General Scholarship Application (GSA) Priority Date

The freshman General Scholarship Application (GSA) priority date at Mississippi State University is December 1. Freshmen who submit the GSA before December 1 receive maximum scholarship consideration.

Freshman

Review Scholarship Details

December 1st

Roommate Search and Selection Opens

Roommate search and selection opens December 1 for prospective Mississippi State University freshmen and runs through May 1. Students can search for and choose a roommate between those dates.

Freshman

Visit Our Housing Website

January 1st

Explore Spring Visit Options

Starting January 1, prospective and admitted students can explore ways to visit the Mississippi State University campus in Starkville, including events for both groups.

Freshman Transfer

Explore Options to Visit MSU

February 1st

Sign Up for Orientation

Orientation sign-up for new, entering Mississippi State University students begins February 1. Signing up confirms that you are attending MSU, and Orientation is required. Entering freshmen must sign up for Orientation to maintain their priority status for Online Room Selection.

Freshman Transfer

March 1st

Transfer General Scholarship Application (GSA) Priority Date

The transfer General Scholarship Application (GSA) priority date at Mississippi State University is March 1. Transfer students who submit the GSA before March 1 receive maximum scholarship consideration.

Transfer

Review Scholarship Details

April 1st

Housing Application Priority Ends

The Mississippi State University housing application priority period ends April 1 at 11:59 p.m. CT for incoming freshmen for the Fall 2027/Spring 2028 academic year. Freshmen should complete their housing application by then to maintain their housing priority.

Freshman

Visit Our Housing Website

April 1st

Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) Priority Deadline

The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) priority deadline for Mississippi State University is April 1. MSU’s federal code is 002423.

Freshman Transfer

April 1st

Sign Up for New Maroon Camp

Registration for New Maroon Camp (NMC) goes live April 1 for Mississippi State University freshman and transfer students who want to attend.

Freshman Transfer

Learn More about NMC!

April 2nd

Housing Contract Priority Period

The housing contract priority period for incoming Mississippi State University freshmen for Fall 2027/Spring 2028 runs from April 2 at 10 a.m. to April 30 at 11:59 p.m. CT. Freshmen return to their Housing Portal during that window to complete their housing contract and maintain housing priority.

Freshman

Visit Our Housing Website

May 1st

Roommate Search and Selection Closes

Roommate search and selection closes May 1 for Mississippi State University freshmen. After May 1, students cannot choose or adjust their roommate. Choosing a roommate is not required, and students can use the Housing Portal and the ZeeMee app to explore roommate options.

Freshman

Visit Our Housing Website

May 15th

Online Room Selection

On May 15, entering Mississippi State University freshmen can take part in Online Room Selection if they have met the April 1 housing priority date, signed their housing contract by April 30, and signed up for Orientation by May 1.

Freshman

Visit Our Housing Website

May 15th

Registration Opens for IFC and Panhellenic Recruitment

Registration for Mississippi State University’s IFC (Interfraternity Council) and Panhellenic recruitment opens May 15 for freshman and transfer students.

Freshman Transfer

Learn more about Greek Life!

June 1st

Submit your Immunization Records

Mississippi State University students should submit immunization records by June 1, and records must be submitted before attending Orientation.

Freshman Transfer

Submit your health records today!

June 1st

FAFSA Verification Document Priority Deadline

The priority deadline for Mississippi State University students to submit FAFSA verification documents is June 1.

Freshman Transfer

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Connect with your
Admissions Counselor

Find your Mississippi State University admissions counselor by selecting your state or searching for your school. International students can reach the international counselor from this page. You can also use the Admissions Directory, email admit@msstate.edu, or call (662) 325-2224.

International Counselor