Account Services
Everything you need to know about costs, understanding your bill, making payments and getting refunds is right here.
Payment Due Dates by Semester
- Fall = August 1
- Spring = January 1
- Summer = July 1
Note :
Due to the unprecedented impact associated with COVID-19, MSU will be extending the summer payment deadline from June 1st to July 1st.
Important Note: Before classes begin, you must pay the full balance on your account (net of aid) or be enrolled in a payment plan. Otherwise, your schedule will be subject to cancellation, and if you are living in campus housing, you will not be permitted to move into your residence hall.
Winter Session
Winter Session tuition will be billed with Spring charges in December and is due on January 1st. Winter Session courses are charged at a per credit hour rate in addition to the regular Spring tuition.
Information regarding your financial aid and the Winter Session can be found here.
Enrollment Dates for Payment Plans
| Spring 2021 | |||
| Spring Plan cost = $50.00 | |||
| Dates of Enrollment | Down Payment required | Number of Payments | Months of Payments |
| Dec 11 - Dec 31 | none | 4 | Jan 1 - April 1 |
| Jan 1 - Jan 22 | 25% | 3 | Feb 1 - April 1 |
| Jan 23 - Feb 14 | 50% | 2 | March 1 - April 1 |
Sign-up for electronic delivery of your 1098-T for faster access to your tax information
Spring 2021 Financial Aid Disbursement & Refund Schedule
- The aid disbursement process will begin on December 30, 2020.
- Refunds will begin processing January 4, 2021.
Don’t forget to sign up for Direct Deposit!! It’s fast, secure, & convenient.
FAQ Sheet with details regarding Student Account changes
Contact Information
Mississippi State University
PO Box 5328
158 Garner Hall
88 Garner Circle, Barr Avenue
Mississippi State, MS 39762
Mailstop: 9701
Phone: 662-325-2071
Fax: 662-325-8236
Email:
studentaccounts@msstate.edu
refunds@msstate.edu