Student Tips:  

• Apply to every scholarship you can. Every little bit adds up.  

• Utilize Mizzou Scholarship Application Portal to apply for scholarships throughout the year.  

• Develop a financial plan for your scholarship use: This helps ensure that you are using all of your scholarship money wisely to help eliminate debt.  

• Ask for help early. If you’re worried about paying for school or meeting an expense, connect with the financial aid or cashier’s office before a small concern becomes a bigger problem. 

• Know your dining balance: Make the most of your meal plan and use it wisely.  

• Use your student discounts: Ask if businesses, restaurants and services offer a student discount, you may be surprised how much you can save. 

• Visit the Office of Financial Success: Get help creating a budget, managing your money and building healthy financial habits while you’re at Mizzou. 

• Plan for textbooks and course materials: Compare prices, consider used or rental options and check whether digital materials are available before purchasing. 

• Look for campus jobs: The MU Career Center can help you find on-campus and part-time employment opportunities that fit your schedule. 

• Make the most of your Mizzou Rec Pass: Take advantage of the Mizzou Rec and explore free or low-cost activities, including intramural sports, fitness programs  and recreation opportunities. 

• Track your spending: Set a weekly or monthly spending goal and monitor where your money goes. 

Student Reminders/Events:  

• Last day to add change or register for a class is Aug. 31.
• Explore Involvement Week Aug. 31-Sept. 4
• Last day to change/register for a class is Sept. 1.
• Check out the Study abroad fair on Sept. 9