Admissions and Test Scores
Acceptance Rate
99.38%
SAT Average
1,120
ACT Range
19-27
University of Southern Mississippi Acceptance Rate Trend
The current College Scorecard value in this local dataset is 99.38%. This means approximately 994 applicants were admitted per 1,000 who applied, based on the local dataset enrollment of 9,899 undergraduates. Historical year-by-year acceptance rate data will appear here after multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Current dataset
99.38%
Current trend marker with historical import pending
Tuition, Net Price and Aid
| Metric | School value | Context | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accreditation | Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges | Institutional accreditor where reported | Verify |
| In-state tuition | $9,618 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Out-of-state tuition | $11,618 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Attendance cost | $25,482 | Use with aid and net price | Verify |
| Average net price | $14,224 | State avg: $13,421. National avg: $17,506 | Verify |
| Pell grant rate | 46.59% | Federal need-based grant indicator | Verify |
| Federal loan rate | 49.99% | Share using federal loans | Verify |
What Does University of Southern Mississippi Cost?
Total cost of attendance vs average net price after grants and aid, based on the local College Scorecard dataset.
Tuition
$11,618
Room and board
$11,664
Books and supplies
$840
Other expenses
$4,980
Fees and remainder
$0
Sticker price
$25,482
Average net price
$14,224
Average aid coverage
44%
$11,258 below sticker price on average
What You Pay
Based on available data, the average student at University of Southern Mississippi pays approximately $14,224 per year after grants and aid. This is above the Mississippi average of $13,421 and below the national average of $17,506.
How Affordable Is University of Southern Mississippi?
Average net price after grants and scholarships, compared to Mississippi and national averages.
University of Southern Mississippi net price
$14,224
Mississippi average
$13,421
National average
$17,506
University of Southern Mississippi Tuition and Net Price Trend
The current imported dataset shows tuition at $11,618 and average net price at $14,224. A multi-year trend chart will appear here after historical College Scorecard release tables are imported.
Current tuition
$11,618
Current net price
$14,224
Current-year comparison is shown now; historical bars will replace this fallback once multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Student Outcomes
Completion Rate (150% Time)
50.58%
Full-time, first-time students completing within 150% of normal time.
10-Year Earnings
$44,140
Undergraduates
9,899
10-Year Median Earnings - University of Southern Mississippi vs Peers
Median earnings 10 years after enrollment. Source: College Scorecard federal dataset.
University of Southern Mississippi graduates earn about 1.0x the national average 10 years after enrollment, based on schools with reported earnings data.
Who Attends University of Southern Mississippi?
Undergraduates
9,899
Completion rate
50.58%
Below national average; national avg: 52.02%
Pell recipients
46.59%
Above national average; national avg: 42.32%
Federal loan rate
49.99%
Above national average; national avg: 40.83%
Completion vs national average
Pell grant recipients
Federal loan usage
Financial Aid
About 46.59% of University of Southern Mississippi students receive federal Pell grants, indicating the share of students receiving this need-based aid in the local dataset. 49.99% take federal loans, which helps families understand borrowing patterns alongside net price.
Estimate Your Net Price at University of Southern Mississippi
Select a family income bracket to see the average net price students in that range paid. Data comes from College Scorecard income-bracket averages when available.
Estimated net price for :
This estimate is based on College Scorecard averages for students in this income range who received federal aid. Actual amounts vary. Use University of Southern Mississippi's official Net Price Calculator for a personalized figure.
Accreditation
University of Southern Mississippi lists Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges as its accreditor in the local dataset. Institutional accreditation is an important trust signal and can affect federal financial aid eligibility. Accreditation means an external agency has reviewed academic quality and institutional standards, which helps families verify whether federal aid pathways such as Pell grants and federal loans may apply.
Visit AccreditorCampus and Location
University of Southern Mississippi is listed at 118 College Drive # 0001, Hattiesburg, MS 39406-0001. Accreditor: Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.
Compare Schools
Compare University of Southern Mississippi with nationally comparable peer institutions across acceptance rate, tuition, net price and 10-year earnings. Click any school name to open its full profile.
| School | Accept. rate | Out-of-state tuition | Avg net price | 10-yr earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of Southern Mississippi | 99.38% | $11,618 | $14,224 | $44,140 |
| Millsaps College | 49.03% | $43,815 | $25,291 | $53,848 |
| Mississippi State University | 76.32% | $26,580 | $15,501 | $51,513 |
| University of Mississippi | 97.78% | $26,980 | $13,164 | $50,994 |
| University of Mississippi Medical Center | Not available | Not available | Not available | $50,994 |
Similar Schools in Hattiesburg
This local cluster focuses on nearby Hattiesburg schools, not national peers. Use it to compare local net price, acceptance rate and enrollment options around Hattiesburg.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is University of Southern Mississippi's acceptance rate?
University of Southern Mississippi's acceptance rate in the local dataset is 99.38%.
How much is University of Southern Mississippi tuition?
University of Southern Mississippi's out-of-state tuition in the local dataset is $11,618.
What is University of Southern Mississippi's average net price?
University of Southern Mississippi's average net price in the local dataset is $14,224.
What is University of Southern Mississippi's average earnings 10 years after enrollment?
The local dataset reports 10-year median earnings of $44,140 for University of Southern Mississippi.
Is University of Southern Mississippi accredited?
University of Southern Mississippi's accreditor in the local dataset is Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.
How many students attend University of Southern Mississippi?
The local dataset lists 9,899 undergraduate students at University of Southern Mississippi.
What percentage of University of Southern Mississippi students receive Pell grants?
The Pell grant rate for University of Southern Mississippi in the local dataset is 46.59%.
What is the federal loan rate at University of Southern Mississippi?
The federal loan rate for University of Southern Mississippi in the local dataset is 49.99%.
Where should I verify University of Southern Mississippi data?
Use this page for comparison, then verify admissions, tuition, net price and student outcomes directly with University of Southern Mississippi or the latest official federal education data.