Apply for Financial Aid

Students and their FAFSA contributors begin the financial aid application process by each creating a Federal Student Aid (FSA) ID using the link below. The FSA ID allows individuals to access Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) websites and completing the FAFSA.

Create Your FSA ID

• The 2025-2026 FAFSA, available now at studentaid.gov, is used to determine eligibility for fall 2025, spring 2026 and summer 2026.
• The 2026-2027 FAFSA is available now at studentaid.gov. The 2026-2027 FAFSA will be used to determine eligibility for fall 2026, spring 2027 and summer 2027.

Select what type of student you are to learn more.

• Undergraduate student

  Financial aid for undergraduate students is available through Federal Student Aid and private loan programs.

  All first year, transfer and continuing students are encouraged to submit the MSUM Scholarship Application during the annual application period (October 1 - February 1).

  Undergraduate Student Financial Aid Application Process

• Graduate student

  Financial aid for degree-seeking graduate students is available through the Federal Unsubsidized Loan program, work-study and private loans. Some departments offer graduate assistantships, internships or tuition waivers.

  Graduate students are also encouraged to submit the MSUM Scholarship Application during the annual application period (October 1 - February 1).

  Graduate Student Financial Aid Application Process

• Second bachelor's degree student

  Students who attend MSUM for a second bachelor’s degree different from their first degree, certain certifications, or licensures, or students completing work for a graduate program at MSUM are eligible for federal student aid.

  Students seeking a second major or minor are not eligible for federal student aid, but may apply for private loans.

• Enrolled at Moorhead and another school in the same semester

  I am...

  • Seeking a degree from Moorhead
  • Seeking a degree from a different school
• Taking classes at Moorhead but not seeking a degree

  Non-degree seeking students are not eligible for federal student aid. There are two options for assistance covering educational expenses:

  1. Set up a payment plan with Nelnet Business Solutions.
  2. Apply for a private student loan. Some private loans require applicants to complete the FAFSA. We will contact you if that is a requirement or in additional information is necessary.