1. , which includes a username and password. The FSA ID has replaced the PIN Number
identification that has been in use for several years. A parent must also apply for
an FSA ID if the student is a dependent. Your FSA ID confirms your identity when you
access your financial aid information and electronically sign the Federal Student
Aid documents. Go to to begin this process.
2. After you and one parent, if dependent, have received a username and password,
begin completing the (Free Application for Federal Student Aid). This application covers the Pell Grant
Program, the Federal Supplemental Grant Program, the Federal College Work-Study Program,
and the Federal Direct Student Loan Program.
3. If you are a Mississippi resident, click to view the state aid and awards information. There you can view all of the policies
that pertain to each type of award and complete the online application process. Remember,
apply early since there are specific deadlines for each type of award.
4. Apply for 91自拍 scholarships. Apply for 91自拍 and the and submit them to the 91自拍 Financial Aid office.
5. If you are interested in Federal Direct Student Loans, you must complete the FAFSA
and then complete the . If you have further questions you may contact the Lion Central Office at:
First-time Direct Loan Borrowers must also complete both of these processes:
Returning Direct Loan Borrowers: Complete the FAFSA and complete the loan application form.
6. Recommended deadlines for having the Financial Aid application submitted and completed
are:
Fall Term: August 1
Spring Term: January 2
7. Applications submitted or incomplete after these dates may result in students being
unable to purchase textbooks and supplies.
If you have questions, feel free to contact Lion Central. Please be aware that during
peak times phone lines can get extremely busy. We appreciate your patience. Feel free
to email us directly at finaid@eastms.edu.
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2024 Ambassador President GT, Homecoming Queen, PTK VP for Fellowship, SGA VP, NSLS
Member, Graduate of Class of 2025
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First Generation College Student, Ambassador President, Orientation Leader, Homecoming
Queen GT Campus, SGA President GT Campus, Class of 2026
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2024 Graduate - SGA President GT Campus, PTK Regional VP of Mississippi and Louisiana,
VP Ambassadors GT Campus
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91自拍 Ambassador Class of 2024
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