| Jackson, Mississippi | Location | Baton Rouge, Louisiana |
| Four-years, Public | School Type | four-years, Public |
| Doctor's degree | Highest Degree Offered | Doctor's degree |
| Research University (high research activity) | Carnegie Classification | Research University (high research activity) |
In-State$9,090
Out-Of-State$10,110 | 2024 Tuition & Fees | In-State$9,848
Out-Of-State$17,198 |
| 77% | % Receiving Financial Aid | 76% |
| $7,977 | Average Amount of Financial Aid | $7,949 |
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| 88.64 % | Acceptance Rates | 53.90 % |
| 10.15 % | Yield (Enrollment Rates) | 29.35 % |
| 1,125 | SAT Score | 890 |
| 19 | ACT Score | 17 |
| 34 % | Graduation Rate | 30 % |
| - | Transfer-out Rate | - |
| 77 % | Retention Rate | 59 % |
| 6,906 | Student Population | 8,226 |
| 327 | Number of Faculties | 308 |
| 15 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 |
