University of Southern Mississippi
University of Southern Mississippi (U of Southern Mississippi) is a four-years, public school located in Hattiesburg, MS. It is classified as Research University (high research activity) by Carnegie Classification and its highest level of offering is Doctor's degree - research/scholarship.
The U of Southern Mississippi's 2022 tuition & fees is $9,204 for Mississippi residents and $11,204 for out-of-state students. 88% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $8,155.
The school has a total enrollment of 14,146 and the students to faculty ratio is 16 to 1 (6.25%).
The average earning after 10 years of graduation from the school is $42,700 and it varies by field of study.
U of Southern Mississippi ranked 175th in National Universities and 6th in Mississippi Colleges rankings. University of Southern Mississippi is accredited by Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Colleges.
Directory Information
| Address | 118 College Drive # 0001, Hattiesburg, MS 39406-0001 |
|---|---|
| Phone | 601-266-1000 |
| WEB | School's Website |
| Admission | Admission Information |
| Online Application | Apply Online |
| Financial Aid | Deadlines and Applications |
| Net Price Calculator | Net Price Calculator |
| Veterans Tuition | Veterans Benefit Information |
| Athletic | Athletic Team Information |
| Disability Service | Disability Services |
| School Type | four-years, public |
| Carnegie Category | Research University (high research activity) |
| Highest Degree Offered | Doctor's degree - research/scholarship |
Data source: IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System)
2022 Tuition & Fees and 2023 Estimation
For undergraduate school, the 2022 tuition and fees of University of Southern Mississippi are $9,204 for in-state students and $11,204 for out-of-state students. For graduate programs, its 2022 tuition and fees are $9,204 for in-state students and $11,204 for out-of-state students.
The estimated 2023 tuition & fees for prospective students is $9,340 for Mississippi residents and $11,340 for out-of-state students based on the tuition changes over the past five years. The estimated 2023 graduate school tuition & fees is $9,340 for Mississippi residents and $11,340 for out-of-state students.
| In-State | Out-of-State | |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $9,204 | $11,204 |
| Graduate | $9,204 | $11,204 |
Data source: 2021-2022 tuition - NCES(National Center for Education Statistics (Last update: July 22, 2022)
| In-State | Out-of-State | |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $9,340 | $11,340 |
| Graduate | $9,340 | $11,340 |
The 2022-2023 tuition is announced/published officially by the U of Southern Mississippi directly. See the U of Southern Mississippi bursar/financial aid page for more information.
Key Stats for Prospective Students
The Acceptance rate at University of Southern Mississippi is 95.79% and the yield (enrollment rate) is 17.79%. The average graduation rate is 52%. Total 14,146 students are attending the school and the school offers campus housing facilities (i.e. dormitory and residence halls possessed by the school).
The average earning in 10 years after graduation from the school is $42,700. The average salary varies depending on the field of study where the Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse program shows the highest salary with $54,900 after graduating. Key academic stats for the school are listed in the next table.
| Admission Stats » | 95.79% Acceptance Rate / 17.79% Yield |
|---|---|
| Graduation Rate » | 52% |
| Retention Rate | 70%(full-time), 41% (part-time) |
| Student to Faculty Ratio | 6.25% (16 to 1) |
| Student Population » | 14,146 (10,693 undergraduate) |
| Average Financial Aid » | $8,155 |
| Average Earning After 10 years of graduation | $42,700 |
| Average Salary by Field of Study | $21,000 - $54,900 |
Special Learning Opportunities and On-Campus Student Services
University of Southern Mississippi 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. The next table summarizes the special learning opportunities.
| Online Class | Undergraduate, Graduate |
|---|---|
| ROTC | Army, Air Force |
| Weekend/Evening College | Yes |
| Teacher Certification | Yes |
| Study Abroad | Yes |
U of Southern Mississippi provides several student services including remedial services, academic/career counseling services, employment services for students, Placement services for completers.
| Remedial services | Yes |
|---|---|
| Academic/career counseling service | Yes |
| Employment services for students | Yes |
| Placement services for completers | Yes |
| On-campus day care for students' children | No |
| Library facilities at institution | Various Library Facilities Provided |
Campus Life
The following table illustrates the special characteristics of U of Southern Mississippi. It has dormitories (or campus-owned housing) and its capacity is 3,592. It also offers separate board/meal plans.
| Religious Affiliation | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Has Hospital | No |
| Offer Medical Degree | No |
| Board/Meal Plan | Yes |
| Dormitory Capacity | 3,592 |
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