Scholarship and Financial Aid Optimization Consulting Services

Mississippi State University is seeking a consulting firm to optimize its scholarship and financial aid processes. The contractor will analyze current policies, develop data‑driven recommendations, design implementation plans, and provide ongoing advisory support to improve efficiency, equity, and financial sustainability of the university’s aid programs. The effort is non‑IT personnel services and will be performed under a standard RFP procurement process. • Scope includes assessment of existing scholarship criteria, award workflows, and financial aid disbursement mechanisms. • Deliverables: comprehensive diagnostic report, optimization roadmap, cost‑benefit analysis, and implementation guidance. • Expected to work closely with university finance, student affairs, and enrollment management teams. • Project timeline and budget to be defined in the proposal; submission deadline is September 22, 2026.