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Institutional Scholarships
These awards are available on a limited basis to new and continuing Morgan students, and they are based on need and academic average. Award amounts vary. Institutional Aid for Entering Freshmen beginning Fall 2020
Applying for Institutional Financial Assistance
Students entering Morgan State University in the fall semester as first-time, full-time degree-seeking freshmen will be automatically considered for the Troy E. Quinn Award (up to $5000 per year) and the J.C Bozeman Award (up to $2000 per year). For best award consideration, applicants should submit a completed admission application by November 15. A completed application includes the application, official high school transcript, official standardized test score, essay and recommendations. For more information, go to https://www.morgan.edu/applynow. Students applying after February 15 will be considered for both awards, pending funding availability. These awards are not available for spring admits.
Eligibility for Institutional Awards is based on academic credentials provided at the time of application for admission. Only students who enroll in the fall as full-time, degree-seeking students will be eligible.
Students are also automatically reviewed for the Martin D. Jenkins Honors Scholarship based on academic eligibility.
Scholarship Acceptance
Students awarded full academic and/or athletic scholarships are not eligible to receive other MSU institutional awards. If multiple full awards are offered from separate MSU offices, programs, and/or committees, students will be required to select only one award offer.
Additional Funding
Students may also apply for scholarships and grants through the University’s Academic Works online application. Students who receive the Bozeman, Quinn, or Jenkins awards are not eligible to receive the Special Assistance award through Academic Works, but may be eligible for other awards.
Award Payment and Financial Aid in Excess of Charges (Overawards)
Your total combined financial aid including academic/merit awards, academic grants and scholarships, University need-based awards, and all of your other aid from all sources (government, MSU, and private) cannot exceed your MSU Cost of Attendance budget.
If your total aid is comprised of all University funded awards and your total aid exceeds the cost of attendance your funding will be adjusted until your total aid falls within the cost of attendance.
If your total aid exceeds the cost of attendance, we will start by reducing your loans, then University funding, and finally any other outside funds until your total aid falls within the cost of attendance.
View information on Cost of Attendance.
Additional information on Overawards
Overawards are usually the result of the student receiving aid that the Financial Aid Office was not aware of when it completed the student’s financial aid package and/or processed a loan application for the student. It is the student’s responsibility to provide written documentation indicating additional resources to the Financial Aid Office. This should be done as soon as the student becomes aware that he or she will receive the aid. We must account for all sources of aid, even if they are not processed directly through our office.
Overawards can also result from application errors by the student or, occasionally, by the Financial Aid Office. Regardless of the reason for the overaward, we are bound by Federal regulation to correct the overaward, which may result in funds being returned to an aid program and a student owing the university money. Exceptions cannot be made for anyone.
Award Maintenance Requirements
For both the J. C. Bozeman Grant and the Troy E. Quinn Award, students must enroll in a minimum of 12 credits per semester (though 15 credits is strongly encouraged), and must maintain a cumulative gpa of 2.0. Awards will be given for up to 8 consecutive semesters (fall and spring only). Students eligible for federal aid must file FAFSA each year, including completing the verification process if required. For the J. C. Bozeman Grant, the award is for non-Maryland residents only and the amount of the award is subject to change annually based on EFC (expected family contribution).
Reviews for award renewals are completed each semester. Renewal appeals will be managed on a case-by-case basis.
IMPORTANT NOTE! The University reserves the right to revise award packages at any time due to the receipt of additional information, verification, academic progress issues or human error. If changes to a student’s financial aid package are required, a revised Award Notification from the Office of Financial Aid will be sent to the student’s official MSU email address.
Honors Scholarships
These awards are available to entering freshman with high SAT scores and honors high school grade point
averages. Awards are automatically renewable with required grade point average and adherence to the terms
of the honors contract.
Athletic Grants
These grants are available to selected participants on intercollegiate athletic teams. Amounts vary and are
determined by the University Athletic Department. For details, students should contact the Athletics Office.
ROTC Scholarships
Four-year Army ROTC scholarships are offered by the U.S. Army to selected high school seniors who desire to
pursue a military career. These scholarships pay for all tuition, books, and laboratory fees and provide a $100
monthly allowance. Applications are accepted from July 1st until December 1st of each year. Three, two and
one-year scholarships are awarded to college freshmen, sophomores, and juniors, respectively, on a
competitive basis. For details, students should contact the chairperson if the Military Science Department.
For more information, visit the Morgan State University ROTC.
Continuing and Professional Studies (CCPS)
The Center for Continuing and Professional Studies (CCPS) provides scholarships and tuition assistance for qualified adult/non-traditional students. Among the scholarship and tuition assistance programs offered through CCPS are: The Bernard Osher Foundation Scholarship Program, The Crankstart Reentry Scholarship Program, Improved Opportunities for Parents Program, and Dr. Beryl W. Williams Scholarship.
Near Completers Grant
The Maryland Higher Education Commission (MHEC) is offering an opportunity for Maryland residents, who started a degree but did not finish, a financial incentive to complete their degree by having the state help pay for tuition. The Near Completer Grant is available for the 2020-2021 academic year to eligible applicants not currently enrolled at a post-secondary institution, but who NOW plans to re-enroll at an institution to finish their degree.
Eligible applicants must have previously attended a: public two-year post-secondary institution or public four-year post-secondary institution and completed a required number of college credits, having previously earned a cumulative minimum grade point average of 2.0.
Residential Scholarships and Grants:
Maryland Higher Education Commission Scholarships (MHEC)
DC Tuition Assistance Grant (DCTAG)
DC College Access Program (DC-CAP)
Study Abroad Opportunities
Morgan State has established over 30 international partnerships with institutions in Brazil, China, Ghana, Tanzania, Botswana, Saudi Arabia, Mexico, and the Caribbean. In addition, we have partnered with some of the best third-party organizations to provide a wide range of opportunities for you to choose from to study abroad.
External Scholarships and Grants
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Steven G. King Play Environments Scholarship
This scholarship is open to international and U.S. students who are in their final two years of undergraduate study or are in graduate programs at a LAAB-accredited institution. Students must be studying landscape architecture with a demonstrated interest and aptitude in the design of play environments.
Total: $5000
Awards: 1
Deadline: February 01, 2022VIEW SCHOLARSHIPS
Albert Morgan, Jr. And Olivia E. Morgan Scholarship
This scholarship is open to high school seniors who attend a Forsyth County (NC) high school and plan to attend an HBCU to major in education or hospitality. Students must have a grade point average of 2.5 or higher and demonstrate financial need.
Total: $1000
Awards: 1
Deadline: April 01VIEW SCHOLARSHIPS
Salem Lodge #139/Robert A. Miller Memorial Scholarship
This scholarship is open to African-American high school seniors who attend Forsyth County (NC) high schools and plan to attend a Historically Black College/University (HBCU). Students must have a grade point average of 2.75 or higher and demonstrate financial need; merit and need are equally weighted.
Total: $500
Awards: 1
Deadline: April 01VIEW SCHOLARSHIPS
UNCF-Northrop Grumman Foundation Scholarship
This scholarship is open to U.S. college freshmen, sophomores, and juniors who are African American and majoring in select STEM fields at select institutions. Students must have a grade point average of 3.0 or higher and demonstrate unmet financial need.
Total: $7500
Awards: 25
Deadline: April 30VIEW SCHOLARSHIPS
AIA/F Diversity Advancement Scholarship
High school seniors, current college freshmen, and community/technical college graduates who will enroll in an NAAB-accredited architecture program are eligible for this award. Students must be minorities and/or financially disadvantaged.
Total: $20000
Awards: 1
Deadline: January 15VIEW SCHOLARSHIPS
Hawaii Chapter/David T. Woolsey Scholarship
This scholarship is open to Hawaii residents who are in their third, fourth, or fifth year of undergraduate study or are graduate students in a landscape architecture program. Students must attend a LAAB-accredited institution.
Total: $2000
Awards: 1
Deadline: February 01VIEW SCHOLARSHIPS
Exelon Scholarship
This award is available for U.S. female incoming and current college freshmen, sophomores, and juniors who are majoring in computer, electrical, or mechanical engineering and enroll full time at select preferred schools. Students must have a grade point average of 3.5 or higher if freshmen or 3.0 or higher if not a freshman.
Total: $5000
Awards: 5
Deadline: February 15VIEW SCHOLARSHIPS
AH&LEF Annual Scholarship Grant Program
This scholarship program is open to U.S. undergraduate students who are enrolled full time in a hospitality management degree-granting program. Students must have a grade point average of 3.0 or higher (with the exception of the Conrad Hilton Fund, which accepts students with grade point averages of 2.0 or higher).
Total: $6000
Awards: 1
Deadline: February 15VIEW SCHOLARSHIPS
Arthur J. Packard Memorial Scholarship
U.S. undergraduate students who are enrolled in a hospitality management program and have a grade point average of 3.0 or higher are eligible for this award. Applicants must attend and be nominated by an American Hotel and Lodging Association (AH&LA) member school.
Total: $10000
Awards: 3
Deadline: February 15VIEW SCHOLARSHIPS
Legg Mason College Scholarship At Baltimore Community Foundation
This scholarship is available for high school seniors in Baltimore, Maryland who have a grade point average of 2.5 or higher and unmet financial need. Applicants must submit an essay describing his/her career and professional aspirations.
Total: $10000
Awards: 1
Deadline: March 01
How much does Morgan State University cost?
| Morgan State University Cost of Attendance | |
|---|---|
| In-state | $8,008 |
| Out-of-state | $18,480 |
| On-Campus Room and Board | $10,114 |
| Off-Campus Room and Board | $11,876 |
| Average Annual Cost |
| Average Cost by Family Income | |
|---|---|
| Family Income | Average Cost |
| Under $30,000 | $14,297 |
| $30,000-$48,000 | $14,776 |
| $48,000-$75,000 | $18,991 |
| $75,000-$110,000 | $14,297 |
| Over $110,000 | $21,880 |
Morgan State University Financial Aid and Debt
22%
Students paying down their debt
$31,000
Typical Total Student Debt
$321
Typical Monthly Loan Payment
Financial Aid Breakdown for Full-time Incoming Freshman
| Aid Type | % Receiving | Average Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Grant or scholarship aid | 94% | $8,825 |
| Federal Grants | 59% | $5,885 |
| Pell grants | 58% | $4,824 |
| Other federal grants | 16% | $3,188 |
| State/local goverment grant or scholarships | 25% | $3,468 |
| Institutional grants or scholarships | 42% | $5,528 |
| Student loan aid | 78% | $7,030 |
| Federal student loans | 78% | $7,688 |
| Other student loans | 6% | $13,157 |
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| Micro-scholarships* | Colleges Awarding | Amount |
| Do community service | 278 | Up to $500 |
| Attend a summer program | 130 | Up to $4,500 |
| Take a foreign language class | 185 | Up to $5,000 |
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| Take a challenging class | 288 | Up to $3,000 |
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Morgan State University Admissions
| What is Morgan State University’s admissions rate? | |
|---|---|
| Acceptance Rate | 68% |
| Average GPA | |
| SAT Submissions | 84% of applicants |
| SAT Reading | 340-430 |
| SAT Math | 230-410 |
| SAT Writing | 390-480 |
| ACT Submissions | 11% of applicants |
| Composite Score | 16-20 |
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Morgan State University Campus Life
16:1
Student to Faculty Ratio
648
Forbes Ranking
17%
Four-Year Graduation Rate
43%
Six-Year Graduation Rate
Student Population
| Campus Life | |
|---|---|
| Total undergraduates | 6440 |
| Living on campus | 8% |
| Transfer Students | 6% |
| Under Age 25 |
| Gender Balance | |
|---|---|
| Women | 53% |
| Men | 47% |
Student Diversity
| Race/EthnicityPercentBlack or African American76.9Unknown16.8Hispanic or Latino3.3White1.9Asian0.9American Indian or Alaska Native0.1Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander0.141%Diversity Index: Chance you’ll bump into a diverse range of students | |
|---|---|
| Black or African American | 76.94% |
| Unknown | 16.75% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 3.34% |
| White | 1.91% |
| Asian | 0.87% |
| American Indian or Alaska Native | 0.12% |
| Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander | 0.06% |
Morgan State University Graduation Success
First Year Student Retention
17%
Four-Year Graduation Rate
$39,200
Average Salary After Graduation
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