MUW Academic Snapshot
Admission Selectiveness:
- Admission Rate: 90.31%. Not very selective
Tuition Overview:
- In-State Tuition: $8,492
- Out-of-State Tuition: $8,492
- Both in-state and out-of-state tuition are relatively affordable compared to national averages.
Student Population at MUW:
- Total Enrollment: 2,193, including 766 online students
- 1,962 Undergraduate, 231 Graduate
- Gender Distribution: 23.1% men, 76.9% women.
- This is a small institution, fostering a close-knit community and individualized attention.
Graduation & Retention Rate
- Graduation Rate: 47%. Lower graduation rate, which may reflect challenges in student retention or completion.
- First-Year Retention Rate: 67%. Lower retention, which may reflect challenges in student engagement or support.
Programs & Degrees Offered
- Programs Offered: 38 academic programs available.
- Online Programs: 6 programs available fully online.
- Graduate Programs: 10 graduate-level programs offered.
- Special Programs: Health Professions.
- Degrees Awarded: Associate's, Bachelor's, Master's, Doctor's.
MUW Overview
Mississippi University for Women (MUW) is a four-year, public school located in Columbus, MS. It is classified as Master's College and University with smaller programs by Carnegie Classification
The MUW's tuition & fees is $8,492 for Mississippi residents and $8,492 for out-of-state students for the academic year 2024-2025. 91% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $7,072.
The school has a total enrollment of 2,193 and the students to faculty ratio is 10 to 1 (10.00%).
MUW's acceptance rate is 90.31% and the yield (enrollment rate) is 34.59%.
MUW ranked 4th in Mississippi Colleges rankings. Mississippi University for Women is accredited by Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Colleges.
2025 Tuition & Fees and 2026 Estimation
For undergraduate programs, the 2025 tuition & fees of Mississippi University for Women is $8,492 for in-state students and $8,492 for out-of-state students. For graduate programs, its 2025 tuition & fees is $8,492 for in-state students and $8,492 for out-of-state students.
The estimated 2026 tuition & fees for prospective students is $8,912 for Mississippi residents and $8,912 for out-of-state students based on the current year tuition changes from last year. The estimated 2026 graduate school tuition & fees is $8,912 for Mississippi residents and $8,912 for out-of-state students.
| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $8,492 | $8,492 |
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| Graduate | $8,492 | $8,492 |
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| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $8,912 | $8,912 |
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| Graduate | $8,912 | $8,912 |
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The estimation for 2025-2026 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.
Learning Opportunities and Campus Services
Mississippi University for Women offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for both undergraduate and graduate programs. It has ROTC programs and offers teacher certification programs designed to prepare students to meet the requirements for certification as teachers.
Special Learning Opportunities at MUW
| Learning Opportunities |
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| ROTC | Army, Air Force |
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| Weekend/Evening College | Yes |
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| Teacher Certification | Yes |
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| Study Abroad | Yes |
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| On-Campus Services |
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| Academic/career counseling service | Yes |
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| Employment services for students | Yes |
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| Placement services for completers | Yes |
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| On-campus day care for students' children | Yes |
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