University of Mississippi Acceptance Rate & Tuition (2026)
University of Mississippi is a public research university in University, Mississippi, with about 21,473 students. Admission is moderately selective for first-time degree-seeking undergraduates reporting admissions data to the Education Department. The acceptance rate is about 96.58% in the latest College Scorecard admissions data. Median earnings about ten years after entry reach about $50,994 among students who received federal aid.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $9,772
- 2024 Average Net Price: $13,314 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: 96.58% Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 21,473 95.2% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 71.74%
- Carnegie Classification: Doctoral Universities: Very High Research Activity
- First-Generation Students: 23.5%
- Tuition trend: In-state tuition increase of 2.1% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Net price trend: Average net price decrease of 2.5% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Full-Time Faculty: 85.5%
- Average SAT Score: 1184
- Undergraduate Enrollment: 23,212
- Applicants (IPEDS): 27,837
- Room & Board: $12,600 annual estimate
University of Mississippi: what the data shows
Common questions about University of Mississippi, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is University of Mississippi?
University of Mississippi is located in University, MS (ZIP 38677-1848).
NCES locale classification: Town remote.
Is University of Mississippi public or private?
University of Mississippi is a Public institution.
How much does University of Mississippi cost?
Published tuition: $9,772 in-state, $28,600 out-of-state.
Average net price after aid: $13,314.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $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 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $39,088.
How hard is it to get into University of Mississippi?
Admission rate: 96.58%.
Among enrollees who submitted scores: average SAT 1184 and midpoint ACT 25.
Scorecard does not publish admitted-student GPA for most institutions.
How big is University of Mississippi?
Total enrollment: 21,473 students.
Undergraduate enrollment: 23,212 students.
Graduate enrollment: 4,864 students.
About 95% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at University of Mississippi?
150%-time completion rate: 71.74%.
First-year retention: 87.2%.
What do graduates of University of Mississippi earn?
Median earnings: $45,336 six years after entry; $50,994 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $20,000.
21.73% of students receive Pell grants.
What is University of Mississippi known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Digital Communication and Media/Multimedia (319 completions)
- Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse (281 completions)
- Accounting (275 completions)
- Business/Commerce, General (227 completions)
- Finance, General (201 completions)
- Psychology, General (193 completions)
- Health Professions and Related Programs (192 completions)
- Business Administration and Management, General (192 completions)
- Law (176 completions)
- 00.0300 (174 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is University of Mississippi a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show admission rate 96.58%; completion rate 71.74%; median earnings $50,994 at 10 years; net price $13,314. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Tuition & Cost
Tuition Costs
$9,772
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at University of Mississippi was $9,772.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$13,314
2024 Value
In 2024 University of Mississippi had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $13,314.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$53,256 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$13,314 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$39,088 4-Year In-State Tuition
$114,400 4-Year Out-of-State Tuition
$12,600 Room & Board (annual, on-campus estimate)
$1,200 Books & Supplies (annual estimate)
$23,572 Estimated Annual Sticker (tuition + room/board + books)
$94,288 Estimated 4-Year Sticker (before aid)
4-year total cost breakdown for University of Mississippi.
Financial Aid by Income Level
21.73% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
37.17% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Loans
Financial aid distribution by income level.
Student Loan Default Rate
0.00%
3-year cohort default rate (College Scorecard)
The published 3-year cohort default rate for borrowers at University of Mississippi was 0.00%.
Cohort default rates account for borrowers who default in the first three years.
Tuition tracker
Published tuition and average net price by reporting year come from the College Scorecard institution file. Values are not adjusted for inflation; missing cells mean the field was not reported or was suppressed for University of Mississippi in that year.
Reporting years in the table below: 2013–2023 (Scorecard labels refer to the institutional submission cycle).
| Year | In-state tuition & fees | Out-of-state tuition & fees | Average net price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | $6,760 | $17,728 | $13,858 |
| 2014 | $7,096 | $19,144 | $14,318 |
| 2015 | $7,444 | $20,674 | $14,284 |
| 2016 | $7,744 | $22,012 | $14,494 |
| 2017 | $8,300 | $23,564 | $13,929 |
| 2018 | $8,660 | $24,614 | $13,857 |
| 2019 | $8,828 | $25,100 | $14,016 |
| 2020 | $8,828 | $25,100 | $12,161 |
| 2021 | $9,044 | $25,886 | $12,454 |
| 2022 | $9,220 | $26,440 | $13,504 |
| 2023 | $9,412 | $26,980 | $13,164 |
Sticker tuition and net price over time
Where the institution reported separate in-state and out-of-state tuition, both appear. Gaps mean the value was not reported for that year.
College Scorecard reporting-year fields (not inflation-adjusted).
Net price by family income
Brackets follow Scorecard definitions for the series shown (public vs private institution).
Latest income-band net prices available in the processed extract.
Acceptance Rate & Admissions
Acceptance Rate
96.58% Acceptance Rate
27,837 Total Applicants
27,218 Students Admitted
5,237 First-Time Students Enrolled
19.24% Yield (enrolled ÷ admitted)
This institution has a moderate acceptance rate, accepting most qualified applicants.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
SAT Average: 1184
ACT Average: 25
Average SAT and ACT scores for admitted students.
Academic Requirements
Estimated GPA Range: 3.0 - 3.4
Estimated Median GPA: 3.20
Note: GPA requirements are estimated based on admission selectivity and test scores. Actual requirements may vary.
Estimated GPA and test score ranges.
Enrollment & Student Demographics
University of Mississippi reported total enrollment of about 21,473 students in the latest College Scorecard extract. The student body is about 43% male and 57% female. Enrollment by race and ethnicity includes White (77.6%), Black or African American (9.5%), and Hispanic or Latino (5.8%). About 21.73% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants. Roughly 23.5% of students are first-generation college students.
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
95.2% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at University of Mississippi in 2024 is 21,473 students.
Undergraduate enrollment is about 23,212 students. Graduate enrollment is about 4,864 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
87.2%
2024 Retention Rate
Retention rate measures the number of first-time students who began their studies the previous fall and returned to school the following fall.
Retention rate over time compared to similar institutions.
Enrollment by Race & Ethnicity
The largest enrollment share in our College Scorecard extract is White at 77.6%.
Shares are for total enrollment (undergraduate and graduate combined when reported).
College Scorecard student demographics.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
57.26% 100% Completion Time
71.74% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 57.26% of students graduating from University of Mississippi completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
Completions by Sex (Top Programs)
- Digital Communication and Media/Multimedia: 18% male / 82% female
- Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse: 16% male / 84% female
- Accounting: 55% male / 45% female
IPEDS completions by sex for the five largest programs (aggregate CIPs excluded).
Completions by Race & Ethnicity
Combined IPEDS award counts across reported programs; largest group: White.
Summed across program completion records in our extract.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for University of Mississippi.
Return on Investment
$20,000 Median Student Debt
$50,994 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
39.22% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
857.53% Return on Investment
3.9 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for University of Mississippi.
Top Programs by Completions
10 largest programs by IPEDS completions (of 125 reported codes; aggregate/unknown CIP buckets excluded).
1. Digital Communication and Media/Multimedia: 319 completions
2. Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse: 281 completions
3. Accounting: 275 completions
4. Business/Commerce, General: 227 completions
5. Finance, General: 201 completions
6. Psychology, General: 193 completions
7. Health Professions and Related Programs: 192 completions
8. Business Administration and Management, General: 192 completions
9. Law: 176 completions
Most popular programs at University of Mississippi.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for University of Mississippi graduates.
Operations
Instructional staffing and expenditure indicators for University of Mississippi from College Scorecard (not a full IPEDS finance statement).
Instructional Resources
- Full-time faculty share: 85.5%
- Average faculty salary (Scorecard): $10,330
- Instructional expenditure per FTE: $15,881
Endowment and detailed non-instructional staff counts require IPEDS Finance/HR surveys and are not in this extract.
Scorecard instructional metrics where reported.
About
University of Mississippi is a public institution located in University, MS, classified as Doctoral Universities: Very High Research Activity. In the latest IPEDS completions in our extract, the largest programs by awards were Digital Communication and Media/Multimedia, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Accounting. Enrollment is approximately 21,473 students. Student body composition includes White (77.6%), Black or African American (9.5%), Hispanic or Latino (5.8%). The admission rate is 96.58%. Average SAT scores for admitted students are 1184. The 150%-time completion rate is 71.74%. Approximately 21.73% of students receive Pell Grants. About 23.5% of students are first-generation college students.
Institution Type
Public
Carnegie Classification: Doctoral Universities: Very High Research Activity
Location
University, MS 38677-1848
Region: Southeast
Insights and Analysis
Diverse Program Offerings: With over 125 distinct degree programs, University of Mississippi provides students with a wide range of academic options. This diversity allows students to explore various fields and find programs that align with their interests and career goals.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is University of Mississippi located?
University of Mississippi is located in University, MS.
What is University of Mississippi's acceptance rate?
The acceptance rate at University of Mississippi is 96.6% among first-time degree-seeking students reporting admissions data. IPEDS reports 27,837 applicants and 27,218 admits in the latest admissions cycle in our extract.
How much does University of Mississippi cost?
Reported tuition is $9,772 and average net price is $13,314 in the latest College Scorecard data. On-campus room and board is estimated at $12,600 annually.
What is the student body demographics at University of Mississippi?
University of Mississippi reports undergraduate enrollment of about 23,212 students, White (77.6%), Black or African American (9.5%) in federal College Scorecard data.
How many first-generation students attend University of Mississippi?
About 23.5% of students at University of Mississippi are first-generation college students.
What test scores do students need for University of Mississippi?
Among enrolled students who submitted scores, University of Mississippi reports midpoint SAT about 1184 and midpoint ACT about 25.
What do graduates of University of Mississippi earn?
Median earnings are $45,336 six years after entry and $50,994 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at University of Mississippi?
The 150%-time completion rate is 71.7% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do University of Mississippi students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $20,000.
Is University of Mississippi public or private?
University of Mississippi is a public institution located in University, MS.
Is University of Mississippi an HBCU?
No. University of Mississippi is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is University of Mississippi a tribal college?
No. University of Mississippi is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Data Sources
This page uses data from the following sources:
- College Scorecard - U.S. Department of Education
- Institutional characteristics, costs, completion rates, and earnings data
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: collegescorecard.ed.gov
- Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)
- Employment and wage data by occupation
- Latest data: May 2024
- Source: bls.gov/oes
- O*NET Online - U.S. Department of Labor
- Occupational skills, knowledge, abilities, and work activities
- Database version: 28.0 (August 2023)
- Source: onetcenter.org
- IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System) - National Center for Education Statistics
- Institutional data, completions, enrollment, and financial aid
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: nces.ed.gov/ipeds
- Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS)
- Demographic and workforce data
- Latest data: 2023 ACS 5-Year Estimates
- Source: census.gov/acs
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Data Processing: All data has been processed, cleaned, and aggregated for presentation. Where specific data points are unavailable, estimates are based on available data and clearly marked.
Last Updated: Data reflects the most recent available information as of January 2025.
Methodology
Data for this profile is sourced from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard dataset, which provides comprehensive information on institutions of higher education in the United States.
All financial figures are adjusted for inflation and represent the most recent available data. Graduation rates and completion times are calculated according to federal standards.