Admissions and Test Scores
Acceptance Rate
97.78%
SAT Average
1,187
ACT Range
21-29
University of Mississippi Acceptance Rate Trend
The current College Scorecard value in this local dataset is 97.78%. This means approximately 978 applicants were admitted per 1,000 who applied, based on the local dataset enrollment of 18,995 undergraduates. Historical year-by-year acceptance rate data will appear here after multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Current dataset
97.78%
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 | $9,412 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Out-of-state tuition | $26,980 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Attendance cost | $27,692 | Use with aid and net price | Verify |
| Average net price | $13,164 | State avg: $13,421. National avg: $17,506 | Verify |
| Pell grant rate | 22.41% | Federal need-based grant indicator | Verify |
| Federal loan rate | 32.92% | Share using federal loans | Verify |
What Does University of Mississippi Cost?
Total cost of attendance vs average net price after grants and aid, based on the local College Scorecard dataset.
Tuition
$26,980
Room and board
$12,040
Books and supplies
$1,200
Other expenses
$6,300
Fees and remainder
$0
Sticker price
$27,692
Average net price
$13,164
Average aid coverage
52%
$14,528 below sticker price on average
What You Pay
Based on available data, the average student at University of Mississippi pays approximately $13,164 per year after grants and aid. This is below the Mississippi average of $13,421 and below the national average of $17,506.
How Affordable Is University of Mississippi?
Average net price after grants and scholarships, compared to Mississippi and national averages.
University of Mississippi net price
$13,164
Mississippi average
$13,421
National average
$17,506
University of Mississippi Tuition and Net Price Trend
The current imported dataset shows tuition at $26,980 and average net price at $13,164. A multi-year trend chart will appear here after historical College Scorecard release tables are imported.
Current tuition
$26,980
Current net price
$13,164
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)
68.49%
Full-time, first-time students completing within 150% of normal time.
10-Year Earnings
$50,994
Undergraduates
18,995
10-Year Median Earnings - University of Mississippi vs Peers
Median earnings 10 years after enrollment. Source: College Scorecard federal dataset.
University of Mississippi graduates earn about 1.2x the national average 10 years after enrollment, based on schools with reported earnings data.
Who Attends University of Mississippi?
Undergraduates
18,995
Completion rate
68.49%
Above national average; national avg: 52.02%
Pell recipients
22.41%
Below national average; national avg: 42.32%
Federal loan rate
32.92%
Below national average; national avg: 40.83%
Completion vs national average
Pell grant recipients
Federal loan usage
Financial Aid
About 22.41% of University of Mississippi students receive federal Pell grants, indicating the share of students receiving this need-based aid in the local dataset. 32.92% take federal loans, which helps families understand borrowing patterns alongside net price.
Estimate Your Net Price at University of 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 Mississippi's official Net Price Calculator for a personalized figure.
Accreditation
University of 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 Mississippi is listed at Oxford, Mississippi, University, MS 38677-1848. Accreditor: Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.
Compare Schools
Compare University of 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 Mississippi | 97.78% | $26,980 | $13,164 | $50,994 |
| Millsaps College | 49.03% | $43,815 | $25,291 | $53,848 |
| Mississippi State University | 76.32% | $26,580 | $15,501 | $51,513 |
| University of Mississippi Medical Center | Not available | Not available | Not available | $50,994 |
| Mississippi College | 48.87% | $21,698 | $20,911 | $47,485 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is University of Mississippi's acceptance rate?
University of Mississippi's acceptance rate in the local dataset is 97.78%.
How much is University of Mississippi tuition?
University of Mississippi's out-of-state tuition in the local dataset is $26,980.
What is University of Mississippi's average net price?
University of Mississippi's average net price in the local dataset is $13,164.
What is University of Mississippi's average earnings 10 years after enrollment?
The local dataset reports 10-year median earnings of $50,994 for University of Mississippi.
Is University of Mississippi accredited?
University of Mississippi's accreditor in the local dataset is Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.
How many students attend University of Mississippi?
The local dataset lists 18,995 undergraduate students at University of Mississippi.
What percentage of University of Mississippi students receive Pell grants?
The Pell grant rate for University of Mississippi in the local dataset is 22.41%.
What is the federal loan rate at University of Mississippi?
The federal loan rate for University of Mississippi in the local dataset is 32.92%.
Where should I verify University of Mississippi data?
Use this page for comparison, then verify admissions, tuition, net price and student outcomes directly with University of Mississippi or the latest official federal education data.