Vanderbilt University and University of Mississippi are frequently compared when students or parents prepare college admissions. Vanderbilt is a four-year, private (not-for-profit) school located in Nashville, TN and Ole Miss is a four-year, public school located in University, MS.
The following list compares two colleges briefly in important perspectives. You can compare them with comprehensive information on full comparison page.
| Vanderbilt University | vs. | University of Mississippi |
|---|---|---|
| Nashville, Tennessee | Location | University, Mississippi |
| Four-year, Private (not-for-profit) | School Type | four-year, Public |
| Doctor's degree | Highest Degree Offered | Doctor's degree |
| Research University (very high research activity) | Carnegie Classification | Research University (very high research activity) |
| $67,498 | 2025 Tuition & Fees | In-State$9,772
Out-Of-State$28,600 |
| 68% | % Receiving Financial Aid | 72% |
| $58,699 | Average Amount of Financial Aid | $12,887 |
| 5.86 % | Acceptance Rates | 96.58 % |
| 61.23 % | Yield (Enrollment Rates) | 18.53 % |
| 1,540 | SAT Score | 1,090 |
| 35 | ACT Score | 25 |
| 94 % | Graduation Rate | 72 % |
| - | Transfer-out Rate | - |
| 96 % | Retention Rate | 87 % |
| 13,575 | Student Population | 26,449 |
| 1,360 | Number of Faculties | 1,878 |
| 8 to 1 | Students to Faculty Ratio | 18 to 1 |
| Distance Learning (Online Classes), ROTC, Study Abroad, Weekend/Evening College, Teacher Certification | Special Learning Opportunities | Distance Learning (Online Classes), ROTC, Study Abroad, Weekend/Evening College, Teacher Certification |
| Academic/career counseling service, Employment services, Placement services, On-campus daycare | On Campus Student Services | Academic/career counseling service, Employment services, Placement services |
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