Application Status

How can I check my application status?

After the SMSU Financial Aid Office receives the FAFSA, students can check their financial aid application status on the SMSU website. To access your application information:

• Click on Menu
• EServices
• Enter your STAR ID and password
• Financial Aid

Financial Aid Offer Notification 

Once the SMSU Financial Aid Office receives your FAFSA results and you are accepted to SMSU, we will review your file for completeness. If we need additional forms and/or information, we will send you a letter explaining what is required. Once we have complete and accurate information from you, we will send you a letter stating that your offer has been finalized. The letter will include details on how to access your offer online. The offer will include eligibility for the following programs: Federal Pell Grant, Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant, Minnesota State Grant, Work Study, Federal Direct Loans, and SMSU scholarships.

To access your financial aid:

• Click on Menu
• EServices 
• Enter your STAR ID and password
• Financial Aid