FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Midwest Student Exchange Program?
The Midwest Student Exchange Program, or MSEP, is a volunteer multi-state tuition discount reciprocity program. Through the MSEP, public institutions agree to charge students no more than 150% of the in-state resident tuition rate for selected programs with private institutions offering a 10% reduction on their tuition rates. All enrollment decisions are made at the discretion of the receiving campus and the campus may exercise its right to limit participation or set specific admission requirements for the MSEP.
Which states participate?
Currently the eight Midwest states of Indiana, Kansas, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, North Dakota, Ohio, and Wisconsin participate.
Why is my state listed on the MHEC home page but not on the MSEP site?
The MSEP is a voluntary program as are all the MHEC programs. Illinois, Iowa, Michigan, and South Dakota are not members in the MSEP currently. If your state is not participating, please contact your state's MSEP Council member to encourage participation. A listing of the MSEP Council members can be found here.
Who is eligible to participate?
You must be a legal resident of Indiana, Kansas, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, North Dakota, Ohio, or Wisconsin and enrolling as a non-resident student at a participating MSEP campus to receive the discount.
How much can I save?
Actual savings through the program will vary depending upon annual tuition rates set by the institutions. Participating students will typically realize savings between $500 and $7,000.
How do I enroll in the MSEP?
Connect with the MSEP point of contact at the participating institution to learn what their process is for enrolling in the discount program.
Where can I find an application for MSEP?
To apply for admission as an MSEP student, you should connect with the MSEP point of contact at the participating institution to learn what their process is for enrolling in the discount program. To find campus details click here and select your home state of residence and then click the "view details" button to find the campus point of contact.
What are the MSEP enrollment requirements?
The application requirements vary by institution. Connect with the MSEP point of contact at the participating institution to learn what their process is for enrolling in the discount program.
What is the MSEP enrollment deadline?
The enrollment deadline varies by institution. Connect with the MSEP point of contact at the participating institution to learn what their process is for enrolling in the discount program.
Will my MSEP tuition discount be impacted if I change majors or academic programs?
If you alter your major or academic program, your MSEP tuition discount may be affected. We recommend consulting with your financial aid officer to assess any potential changes to your discount.
Do I need to enroll for the MSEP discount each year?
You may need to enroll annually. Connect with the MSEP point of contact at the participating institution to learn what their process is for continuing enrollment in the discount program.
Does the MSEP cover online courses?
This varies by campus and students should reach out to the MSEP point of contact at the participating institution for verification.
Does the MSEP discount apply to states/schools outside of the Midwest?
No. The MSEP discount is for those states and institutions in the MHEC region who volunteer to participate.
I’m not eligible for MSEP. Are there are other Midwest tuition-savings programs?
Please see this listing of websites for financial aid, scholarship, and grant information for each of the MHEC states.