Mississippi State Academic Snapshot
Admission Selectiveness:
- Admission Rate: 77.64%. Not very selective
- SAT Average: 1210. Above average SAT scores, indicating competitive applicants.
Tuition Overview:
- In-State Tuition: $10,202
- Out-of-State Tuition: $27,637
- In-state tuition is affordable, while out-of-state tuition is higher, as is typical for public institutions.
Student Population at Mississippi State:
- Total Enrollment: 23,150, including 3,877 online students
- 18,567 Undergraduate, 4,583 Graduate
- Gender Distribution: 48.2% men, 51.8% women.
- This is a large institution, providing extensive academic options and vibrant campus life.
Graduation & Retention Rate
- Graduation Rate: 67%. Moderate graduation rate, typical for many institutions.
- First-Year Retention Rate: 83%. Good retention, typical for many institutions.
Programs & Degrees Offered
- Programs Offered: 200 academic programs available.
- Online Programs: 2 programs available fully online.
- Graduate Programs: 103 graduate-level programs offered.
- Special Programs: Health Professions.
- Degrees Awarded: Bachelor's, Master's, Doctor's.
Mississippi State Overview
Mississippi State University (Mississippi State) is a four-year, public school located in Mississippi State, MS. It is classified as Research University with very high research activity by Carnegie Classification, also known as R1 University. You can compare their tuition and admission statistics at R1 University comparison page.
The Mississippi State's tuition & fees is $10,202 for Mississippi residents and $27,637 for out-of-state students for the academic year 2024-2025. 83% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $12,314.
The school has a total enrollment of 23,150 and the students to faculty ratio is 16 to 1 (6.25%).
Mississippi State's acceptance rate is 77.64% and the yield (enrollment rate) is 19.84%. The median SAT score is 1210 and the ACT score is 25.
Mississippi State ranked 123rd in National Universities and 2nd in Mississippi Colleges rankings. Mississippi State University 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 State University is $10,202 for in-state students and $27,637 for out-of-state students. For graduate programs, its 2025 tuition & fees is $10,202 for in-state students and $27,637 for out-of-state students.
The estimated 2026 tuition & fees for prospective students is $10,604 for Mississippi residents and $28,736 for out-of-state students based on the current year tuition changes from last year. The estimated 2026 graduate school tuition & fees is $10,604 for Mississippi residents and $28,736 for out-of-state students.
| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $10,202 | $27,637 |
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| Graduate | $10,202 | $27,637 |
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| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $10,604 | $28,736 |
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| Graduate | $10,604 | $28,736 |
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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 State University 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 Mississippi State
| 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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