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University of Mississippi

Also known as: Ole Miss

📍 University, Mississippi🏛️ Town Setting👥 21,473 Undergrads🔗 www.olemiss.edu

Overview

University of Mississippi is a very large public research university in University, Mississippi. It enrolls about 21,473 undergraduate students with an acceptance rate of 97%. Graduates earn a median of $50,994 ten years after entry.

Quick Stats

Acceptance Rate

97%

Less Selective

SAT Avg

1,184

510–610

Net Price

$13,314

After avg. aid

Grad Rate (6yr)

72%

Retention

87%

First-year, FT

Median Earnings

$50,994

10 yrs after entry

Admissions

Less Selective

Acceptance Rate

96.6%

SAT Average

1,184

ACT Composite

21–29

Test Policy

Considered but not required

SAT Score Range (Middle 50%)

EBRW (Reading & Writing)

200510 – 610 (mid 50%)800

Math

200490 – 590 (mid 50%)800

ACT Score Range (Middle 50%)

Composite

121 – 29 (mid 50%)36

Cost & Financial Aid

In-State Tuition

$9,772

Annual + fees

Out-of-State

$28,600

Annual + fees

Cost of Attendance

$28,660

Total annual

Avg. Net Price

$13,314

After aid

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income	Avg. Net Price
$0 – $30,000	$8,945
$30,001 – $48,000	$9,217
$48,001 – $75,000	$14,794
$75,001 – $110,000	$18,573
$110,001 +	$21,313

Financial Aid Snapshot

% with federal loans

37.2%

Academics & Programs

University of Mississippi offers programs across 23 fields. Top by degrees awarded:

Business, Management & Marketing

27.2%

Health Professions

19.3%

Communication & Journalism

9.3%

Education

5.5%

Interdisciplinary Studies

4.6%

Psychology

4.5%

Engineering

3.9%

Biological & Biomedical Sciences

3.8%

Outcomes

6-Year Grad Rate

72%

On-Time (4yr)

57%

Retention (FT)

87%

% Earning >$25K

78%

10 yrs after entry

Median Earnings After Entry

6 years

$45,336

8 years

$48,889

10 years

$50,994

Graduation Rate by Race

Asian

78.2%

White

74.8%

Diversity

Race & Ethnicity

White

77.6%

Black or African American

9.5%

Asian

1.9%

Hispanic / Latino

5.8%

Two or more races

2.8%

International

1.0%

Gender

Women

57.2%

Men

42.8%

Background

Frequently Asked Questions

Is University of Mississippi hard to get into?

Less Selective — the acceptance rate is 97%. Admitted students average an SAT of 1184.

How much does University of Mississippi cost?

In-state tuition is $9,772, and out-of-state is $28,600. Average net price after financial aid is $13,314.

What is University of Mississippi known for?

Most popular programs include Business, Management & Marketing, Health Professions, Communication & Journalism.

What's the graduation rate at University of Mississippi?

The 6-year graduation rate is 72%, and 87% of first-year, full-time students return for their second year.

Data source: U.S. Department of Education.