Contact the Financial Aid Office for a brochure. Preference will be given to college potential as indicated by aptitude tests. The loan is payable after graduation at an interest rate of four percent. Should the student not complete the class or semester payment is due immediately on withdrawal. Dependent students may utilize Missouri income tax paid by their parents.
Many students receive scholarships from private sources.
Civic and professional organizations, businesses and corporations, unions and clubs often sponsor scholarship programs. Students investigating the possibility of receiving a scholarship from a private source should contact a representative of the organization. Public libraries and high school counselors can also provide information. The award is equivalent to six semester credit hours or equal dollar amount to be applied towards Residence Hall Room and Board at SMSU-West Plains. Each recipient must live in the residence hall.