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University, Mississippi 38677-1848

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Large UniversityRuralPublicBusiness Focus

Known for business — excellent value

University of Mississippi is a public institution in University with particular strength in business and health sciences. With an average SAT of 1187, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.

A large campus of 19K undergraduates with a 17:1 student-faculty ratio. The town location creates a classic college-town feel.

68% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $50,994 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $13,164.

Established
1844
Motto
Pro scientia et sapientia
Type
Public research university
Division
Division I

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98%Acceptance
1187SAT Avg
18,995Students
17:1Student:Faculty
68%Grad Rate
$50,994Earnings 10yr
$13,164Net Price

News & Alerts

program2026-03-15

University of Mississippi Launches New Data Science Minor

tuition2026-02-28

Tuition Increase Announced for 2026-27

Admissions

Acceptance Rate97.8%

SAT Score Ranges

Average: 1187

Reading & WritingMid: 568
510610
MathMid: 558
510600

ACT Score Range

CompositeMid: 25
2129

Admissions Intel

Acceptance Rate

97.8%

Trend

SAT Avg

1187

Yield Rate

35.0%

Cost & Financial Aid

Sticker Price

Tuition (in-state)$9,412
Tuition (out-of-state)$26,980
Room & Board$12,040
Books & Supplies$1,200
Total Cost of Attendance$27,692
Average Net Price$13,164
Median Debt at Graduation$20,000
Monthly Payment (10yr)$212

Net Price by Family Income

$0–30K$8,030
$30–48K$9,213
$48–75K$15,525
$75–110K$19,319
$110K+$20,769

Financial Intel

Avg Net Price

$13,164

Tuition Trend

Graduate w/ Zero Debt

67.1%

Avg Tuition Increase

3.2%/yr

Median Debt at Grad

$15,250

Campus Safety

Total Incidents (2024)

125

Peer Average

92

3-Year Trend

Emergency System

24/7 campus police department, blue-light phone network, emergency mass notification system

Programs (180)

Student Life

Student Body

Undergrads
18,995
Gender Split
57% / 43%
Women / Men
First Generation
24%
Pell Grant Recipients
22%

Race & Ethnicity

White 78%
Black 10%
Hispanic 5%
Asian 2%
Two+ 3%
Int'l 1%

Outcomes

4-Year Graduation Rate68.5%
Freshman Retention87.9%

Median Earnings After Graduation

6 Years$45,336
8 Years$48,889
10 Years$50,994

10-Year Earnings by Gender

Women
$49,300
Men
$65,800

Rankings

U.S. News
#171
Forbes
#231
Wall Street Journal
#29
Washington Monthly
#304

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History & Fun Facts

Source: Wikipedia

Location & Lifestyle

Cost of Living

112Above Average

Housing and food costs are higher than national average

Climate (School Year)

68°
Sep
55°
Oct
42°
Nov
30°
Dec
25°
Jan
28°
Feb
38°
Mar
50°
Apr
62°
May
Snowfall: 48"Sunny days: 200Rainy days: 120

Nearest Cities

Bostonpop. 675,647
90 miles(95 min)
Hartfordpop. 121,054
60 miles(70 min)

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