University of Southern Mississippi is a four-year, public school located in Hattiesburg, 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 U of Southern Mississippi's 2024 tuition & fees is $9,618 for Mississippi residents and $11,618 for out-of-state students for the academic year 2023-2024. 94% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $8,595.

For the academic year 2022-2023, the school has a total enrollment of 13,526 and the students to faculty ratio is 15 to 1 (6.67%).

U of Southern Mississippi's acceptance rate is 99.00% and the yield (enrollment rate) is 20.00%.

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.

2024 Tuition & Fees and 2025 Estimation

For undergraduate programs, the 2024 tuition & fees of University of Southern Mississippi is $9,618 for in-state students and $11,618 for out-of-state students. For graduate programs, its 2024 tuition & fees is $9,618 for in-state students and $11,618 for out-of-state students.

The estimated 2025 tuition & fees for prospective students is $9,789 for Mississippi residents and $11,788 for out-of-state students based on the current year tuition changes from last year. The estimated 2025 graduate school tuition & fees is $9,789 for Mississippi residents and $11,788 for out-of-state students.

In-StateOut-of-State
Undergraduate$9,618$11,618
Graduate$9,618$11,618
In-StateOut-of-State
Undergraduate$9,789$11,788
Graduate$9,789$11,788

The estimation for 2024-2025 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.


Admission Key Statistics

Acceptance Rate »99.00% Acceptance Rate / 20.00% Yield
Graduation Rate »51%
Retention Rate70%(full-time), 38% (part-time)
Student to Faculty Ratio6.67% (15 to 1)
Student Population »13,526 (10,258 undergraduate)
Average Financial Aid »$8,595

Data source: IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System), College Scorecard

Learning Opportunities and Campus 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.

Special Learning Opportunities at U of Southern Mississippi
Learning Opportunities
ROTCArmy, Air Force
Weekend/Evening CollegeYes
Teacher CertificationYes
Study AbroadYes
On-Campus Services
Academic/career counseling serviceYes
Employment services for studentsYes
Placement services for completersYes
On-campus day care for students' childrenNo

University of Southern Mississippi Directory Information

Address118 College Drive # 0001, Hattiesburg, MS 39406-0001
Phone601-266-1000
WEBSchool's Website
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Online ApplicationApply Online
Financial AidDeadlines and Applications
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Veterans TuitionVeterans Benefit Information
AthleticAthletic Team Information
Disability ServiceDisability Services
School Typefour-year, public
Carnegie CategoryResearch University (very high research activity)
Highest Degree OfferedDoctor's degree

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