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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
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Admission Total Applicants 8,595 Percent Admitted 80% Men Admitted 79% Women Admitted 80% Full Time Retention Rate 81% -
Submitted ACT & SAT Scores
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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
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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