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Mississippi University for Women

Columbus, MS · Public · Remote town · Website

Mississippi University for Women campus
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Admission rate
90%
Open
Average net price
$11,452
per year, after aid
Graduation rate
53%
Median earnings
$52,685
10 years after enrolling

Summary

Mississippi University for Women is a public college in Columbus, MS with 1,605 undergraduates. It admits 90% of applicants, and admitted students average 1090 on the SAT. The average net price after aid is $11,452 per year ($11,320 for families earning under $30,000). 53% of students graduate, and graduates earn a median of $52,685 ten years after enrolling.

public college

Admissions

Admission rate
90%
Fall 2024
Testing policy
Test optional
Fall 2024
Applicants
553
Fall 2023
Admitted
553
Fall 2023
Yield
29%
of admitted students enrolled

Middle 50% of admitted students (Fall 2024). A quarter scored below the band and a quarter above.

ACT Composite17–24
136

What Mississippi University for Women looks at

As reported by the college to IPEDS (Fall 2023).

  • High school recordRequired
  • High school GPARequired
  • College-prep courseworkRequired
  • Class rankNot considered
  • Essay or personal statementNot considered
  • RecommendationsNot considered
  • Demonstrated competenciesNot considered
  • Legacy statusConsidered
  • Work experienceNot considered
  • English proficiency testRequired

Cost

Cost of attendance
$22,603
sticker price, per year
In-state tuition
$8,747
Out-of-state tuition
$8,747

Net price by family income

Average yearly cost after grants and scholarships for students receiving federal aid.

  • $0–30k$11,320
  • $30–48k$7,766
  • $48–75k$11,609
  • $75–110k$13,778
  • $110k+$15,813

Get a personal estimate with Mississippi University for Women's net price calculator

Outcomes

Graduation rate
53%
Freshman retention
67%
Median earnings
$52,685
10 yrs after enrolling
Median debt
$14,000
at graduation

Students

Undergraduates
1,605
Student–faculty ratio
10:1
Receive Pell grants
46%
  • White53%
  • Hispanic2%
  • Black41%
  • Asian1%

Mississippi University for Women FAQ

What is Mississippi University for Women's acceptance rate?+

Mississippi University for Women admits 90% of applicants, which makes it open.

What ACT score do you need for Mississippi University for Women?+

The middle 50% ACT composite range for admitted students is 17–24.

Is Mississippi University for Women test optional?+

Test optional (considered if submitted).

How many students apply to Mississippi University for Women?+

In Fall 2023, 553 students applied to Mississippi University for Women and 553 were admitted; 159 enrolled.

Does Mississippi University for Women consider legacy status?+

Yes. Mississippi University for Women reported that legacy status is considered in admissions (Fall 2023).

Does Mississippi University for Women require an essay?+

Mississippi University for Women reported that an essay or personal statement is not considered for admission (Fall 2023).

How much does Mississippi University for Women cost?+

The sticker cost of attendance is $22,603 per year, but the average net price after grants and scholarships is $11,452.

What is Mississippi University for Women's graduation rate?+

53% of full-time students graduate within 150% of normal time.

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