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University of Mississippi Main Campus
University of Mississippi Main Campus Oxford, Mississippi University, MS 38677 Phone: (662) 915-7211
  • General Information
    About University of Mississippi Main Campus

    The University of Mississippi is a public, comprehensive, research institution that exists to enhance the educational, economic, healthcare, social and cultural foundations of the state, region, and nation. As the oldest public institution of higher learning in the state and as a Carnegie Research University (high research activity), the institution’s primary functions are the creation, dissemination, and application of knowledge through a variety of undergraduate, graduate and professional programs and public service activities. The University's main campus at Oxford emphasizes a traditional, residential educational experience, with a central College of Liberal Arts and professional schools of Accountancy, Applied Sciences, Business Administration, Education, Engineering, Law, and Pharmacy. Through its breadth of academic and research programs and its strong liberal arts tradition, the Oxford campus serves the educational needs of the entire state and also attracts a high percentage of out-of-state students. The University's regional campuses in Tupelo and Southaven emphasize professional offerings and serve adult and traditional learners in North Mississippi. The University Medical Center in Jackson includes the University Hospitals and Clinics as well as Schools of Medicine, Nursing, Health Related Professions, Dentistry, and Graduate Studies. The University educates students to assume leadership roles in the state, nation, and world through its nationally recognized programs of undergraduate, graduate, and professional study. Its teaching, research, and service missions are characterized by equal access and equal opportunity to all who qualify.


    Institutional statistical data was gathered from the U.S. Department of Education - Institute of Education Sciences, National Center for Education Statistics.

    Institution Type
    • 4-year, Public
    Special Learning Opportunities
    • ROTC (Army, Navy, Air Force)
    • Teacher certification
    • Distance learning opportunities
    • Study abroad
    Student Services
    • Remedial services
    • Academic/career counseling service
    • Employment services for students
    • Placement services for completers
    Credit Accepted
    • Dual credit
    • Advanced placement (AP) credits
    Religious Affiliation
    • Not applicable
    Federal Aid
    • Eligible students may receive Pell Grants and other federal aid (e.g. Direct Loans).
    Degrees/Certificates offered
    • Bachelor's degree
    • Master's degree
    • Post-master's certificate
    Campus Setting
    • Rural: Fringe
    Disability Services Student
    • 3% or Less
  • Admission
    Total Applicants 8,595
    Percent Admitted 80%
    Men Admitted 79%
    Women Admitted 80%
    Full Time Retention Rate 81%
  • Submitted ACT & SAT Scores

    •     25th Percentile Score 75th Percentile Score
      Critical Reading 450 560
      Math 460 570
    •     25th Percentile Score 75th Percentile Score
      Composite 20 26
      English 20 27
      Math 18 25
  • Tuition & Fees
    09-10 Tuition & Fees $5,106
    Room & Board Charge $6,128
    Books & Supplies Cost $1,200
    Dorm Capacity 4,875
  • Total Financial Aid Amounts Issued
    Pell Grants $8,937,439
    Other Federal Grants $1,665,406
    Scholarships & Fellowships $48,923,979
    Discount Applied to Tuition/Fee $23,582,400
    Average Grant Dollars Issued $2,750,031
    Avg. Scholarship and Fellowships $24,461,990
  • Student Demographics
    Total Enrolled 17,629
    Native American 70
    Asian 242
    African American 2,503
    Hispanic 193
    Enrolled FullTime Undergraduates 13,119
    Enrolled FullTime Graduates 2,148

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