Mississippi State, MS

Mississippi State University

At a Glance
Admission, Tuition, Population, and more
Updated: July 13, 2024
Mississippi State University is a four-year, public school located in Mississippi State, MS.
It is a R1 university with very high research activities.
Mississippi State University is accredited by Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Colleges.

78% Acceptance Rate

For 2024-25 admission, 23,346 applied, 18,125 accepted, and 3,596 enrolled in Mississippi State.
1,686 men and 1,910 women first-time, full-time students enrolled.
Admission Stats

1,210 SAT, 25 ACT

In 2024-25, the average SAT score is 1,210 and ACT score is 25. The SAT score of 1210 is good, 74 to 81 as in percentile.
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SAT Score
Total110012101350
Evidence-Based Reading and Writing560620670
Math540590680
ACT Score
Composite212529
Math192427
English212430
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2025 Tuition & Fees

The 2025 undergraduate tuition & fees are $10,202 for Mississippi residents and $27,637 for others.
The graduate tuition & fees are $10,202 for Mississippi residents and $27,637 for others.
Tuition has increased by 3.98% compared to last year at Mississippi State University.
Cost Breakdown

Financial Aid

15,137 undergraduate students have awarded and the average amount of the aid awarded is $11,796.
For freshmen, 3,270 students (97%) have received financial aid and its average amount is $13,532.
Detailed Financial Aid

Student Population

A total of 23,150 students enrolled Mississippi State in 2025.
By gender, 11,153 men and 11,997 women students are enrolled.
There are 18,567 undergraduate and 4,583 graduate students.
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200 Major Programs

  • 2 programs through online
  • 103 graduate programs

Offered Degrees

  • Bachelor's
  • Master's
  • Doctorate
  • Post-graduate Certificate
Area of Study

Graduation Rate

The graduation rate of Mississippi State is 67%.
The retention rate is 83% for full-time and 83% for part-time students.
Graduation Rate
67%
Retention Rate
83%
Students to Faculty Ratio
16 to 1
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Facutly & Staffs

A total of 1,259 faculties (instructional staffs) are working for Mississippi State and the average faculty salary is $90,000. The studetns to faculty ratio is 16 to 1.
There are 5,451 non-instructional staffs and the average staff salary is $67,812.
Number of Faculties
1,259
Average Faculty Salary
$90,000
Number of Staffs
5,451
Average Staff Salary
$67,812

Special Learning Opportunities

  • Distance Learning (online classes)
  • ROTC
  • Study Abroad
  • Weekend/Evening College
  • Teacher Certificate

On-Campus Services

  • Academic/career counseling
  • Employment services for students
  • Placement services
  • On-Campus Daycare
  • Libraries
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Athletics

Mississippi State University is a member of Southeastern Conference (SEC).
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