Office of Financial Aid
We are responsible for assisting students in navigating various financial aid options and providing guidance on scholarships, grants, loans, and work-study programs to make higher education accessible and affordable. FAFSA# 002440.
Email:
finaid@olemiss.eduOffice Location:
257 Martindale-ColePhone:
800-891-4596Office Hours
8 a.m. - 5 p.m.Social Media
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2026-2027 FAFSA
Making College Affordable: Financial Aid at Ole Miss
Navigating financial aid doesn’t have to be overwhelming. The Office of Financial Aid is here to help you understand your options and make informed decisions about funding your education. From scholarships and grants to loans and work-study opportunities, we provide resources for all types of students—freshmen, transfers, international students, and lifelong learners over 65.
Whether you’re just starting your college journey or planning your next steps, we’re committed to helping you make your education at Ole Miss as affordable as possible.
Academic Merit Scholarships
Ole Miss offers several merit-based scholarship opportunities that reward academic achievement, test scores, and high school performance.
Meet the Staff of Financial Aid
Laura Diven-Brown
- Director of Financial Aid
 
Rebecca Garcia
- Administrative Coordinator I
 
Cindy May
- Senior Associate Director of Financial Aid
 
Natasa Novicevic
- Associate Director of Outreach
 
Dana Requet
- Associate Director of Financial Aid
 
Janet Rogers
- Associate Director of Financial Aid
 
Shiyun Zhang
- Assistant Director of Financial Aid
 
Tammy Maxey
- Financial Aid Advisor II
 
Peggy Misenhelter
- Financial Aid Advisor II
 
Jeremy Kennedy
- Financial Aid Advisor II
 
Deena Tidwell
- Financial Aid Advisor II
 
Beverly Hoop
- Financial Aid Advisor
 
Janet Martin
- Financial Aid Advisor
 
Ebonie Shegog
- Financial Aid Advisor
 
Camille Ivy
- Financial Aid Advisor
 
Shelby Jones
- Compliance Coordinator
 
Cayce Read
- Financial Aid Advisor
 
Carey Neal
- FINANCIAL AID ADVISOR
 
Clara Rock
- Financial Aid Advisor
 
Michael Gary
- Financial Aid Advisor
 
Loretta Lester-Robinson
- Senior Accountant
 
Hope Rexroat
- Accountant I
 
LaTarrius Yates
- Accountant I
 
Holly Wimbish
- Accountant II
 
Angela Marberry
- Accounting Assistant
 
Stephanie Roland
- Administrative Assistant
 
Andy Hemmins
- Software Developer IV
 
Oli Thornton
- Systems Analyst I
 
Quick Links for Financial Aid Services
- Net Price Calculator
 - Book/Meal Vouchers
 - Understanding Credit-Based Loans
 - Direct Deposit
 - Direct Loan MPN E-Sign
 - Direct Loan Contact Information
 - Review Your Federal Student Loan History (NSLDS)
 - Financial Aid Appeals
 - Use Financial Aid for iStudy Course(s)
 - Online Loan Entrance Counseling
 - Online Loan Exit Counseling
 - Sumners Grant Application
 - Prepaid Tuition Plan
 - Work Programs
 - Verification Procedures