Freshman Scholarship Information

Southwest Guarantee Scholarship Program

Capitalize on Value. With one of the most robust scholarship offerings of peer institutions, most SMSU students also receive financial assistance. The average financial aid package is over $10,900. With banded tuition, credits between 12-18 cost the same, so your tuition does not change.

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The Southwest Guarantee

SMSU's guaranteed scholarship program for new on-campus, first-year students.

Grade Point Average of 3.9+ OR ACT Score of 30+

$2,500 per year, up to $10,000 for 4 years
Eligible for Southwest Scholars Day

Grade Point Average of 3.6-3.89 OR ACT Score of 28-29

$2,000 per year, up to $8,000 for 4 years
Eligible for Southwest Scholars Day

Grade Point Average of 3.3-3.59 OR ACT Score of 25-27

$1,500 per year, up to $6,000 for 4 years

Grade Point Average of 3.0-3.29 OR ACT Score of 21-24

$1,000 per year, up to $4,000 for 4 years

Grade Point Average of 2.75-2.99 OR ACT Score of 20

$500 per year, up to $2,000 for 4 years

Other SMSU Foundation Awards & Scholarships

The SMSU Foundation offers a variety of scholarships and awards for incoming students. For a complete list, please go to https://smsu.awardspring.com/Home/Scholarships. The awards are subject to change annually.

Apply for Scholarships

* To apply for scholarships, once you're logged into the scholarship platform simply submit the "General Application".