Columbus, MS

Mississippi University for Women

At a Glance
Admission, Tuition, Population, and more
Updated: July 13, 2024
Mississippi University for Women is a four-year, public school located in Columbus, MS.
It is classified as Master's College and University (smaller programs) by Carnegie Classification.
Mississippi University for Women is accredited by Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Colleges.

90% Acceptance Rate

For 2024-25 admission, 557 applied, 503 accepted, and 174 enrolled in MUW.
42 men and 132 women first-time, full-time students enrolled.

2025 Tuition & Fees

The 2025 tuition & fees are $8,492 for undergraduate programs and $8,492 for graduate programs.
Tuition has increased by 4.94% compared to last year at Mississippi University for Women.

Financial Aid

1,888 undergraduate students have awarded and the average amount of the aid awarded is $6,710.
For freshmen, 120 students (99%) have received financial aid and its average amount is $9,171.

Student Population

A total of 2,193 students enrolled MUW in 2025.
By gender, 506 men and 1,687 women students are enrolled.
There are 1,962 undergraduate and 231 graduate students.

38 Major Programs

  • 6 programs through online
  • 10 graduate programs

Offered Degrees

  • Associate
  • Bachelor's
  • Master's
  • Doctorate
  • Post-graduate Certificate

Graduation Rate

The graduation rate of MUW is 47%.
The retention rate is 67% for full-time and 67% for part-time students.
Graduation Rate
47%
Retention Rate
67%
Students to Faculty Ratio
10 to 1

Facutly & Staffs

A total of 222 faculties (instructional staffs) are working for MUW and the average faculty salary is $61,415. The studetns to faculty ratio is 10 to 1.
There are 451 non-instructional staffs and the average staff salary is $49,007.
Number of Faculties
222
Average Faculty Salary
$61,415
Number of Staffs
451
Average Staff Salary
$49,007

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