University of Mississippi — acceptance rate 98%, tuition $9,252 in-state, $26,820 out-of-stateUniversity of Mississippi campus, University, MS. Photo: The original uploader was Enjoybeta at English Wikipedia., CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons.
Outcomes
B+
80/100
Affordability
C+
56/100
Resources
C
51/100
Experience
B+
75/100
Prestige
C
47/100
Two ratings: the overall grade compares colleges the conventional way (outcomes, cost, resources, experience, reputation). The Outcome Rating asks what students earn: 60% wage-adjusted earnings 10 years after enrolling, 25% graduation, 15% retention. Methodology
Quick Stats
24,043
Total Enrollment
68%
Graduation Rate
88%
Retention Rate
17.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
98%
Acceptance Rate
$14,946
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near University of Mississippi ▼
2%
of first-year students live off campus and not with family (U.S. Dept. of Education, IPEDS). Upper-year students at most universities move off campus at much higher rates, so near-campus rental demand is typically larger than this figure suggests.
The campus ZIP (38677) has no residential market, so these figures average 1 nearby ZIP codes within 6 miles of campus (38655).
What happens to students who enroll at University of Mississippi, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.
$50,994
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$45,336
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$20,000
Median debt at graduation
71.7%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
1,184
Average SAT
25
Median ACT
21.7%
Students receiving Pell grants
Typical debt at graduation equals about 39% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.
Earnings rank: 71st percentile among bachelor’s-degree-focused colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (MS wage index 0.68). This drives the Outcome Rating.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved Oct 2026. Earnings are for federally aided students who enrolled, whether or not they graduated.
Earnings by Major at University of Mississippi
Median pay of bachelor's degree graduates by field of study, and how each program ranks against every college reporting that major — by raw pay and adjusted for state wage levels. Same school, very different paychecks.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working; small programs are not reported.
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🏆 Where University of Mississippi Ranks
Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~481 students need off-campus housing
💻 Learning Mode
In-Person39%
Hybrid (Some Online)54%
Fully Online7%
📊 Age Distribution
18-24 (Traditional)95%
25-64 (Adult)4%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the acceptance rate at University of Mississippi?
University of Mississippi has an acceptance rate of 98%.
This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.
How much does it cost to attend University of Mississippi?
Tuition at University of Mississippi is
$9,252 for in-state students
and $26,820 for out-of-state students
.
However, the average net price after financial aid is $14,946.
What is the graduation rate at University of Mississippi?
The graduation rate at University of Mississippi is 68%.
This is a solid graduation rate, showing that most students who enroll successfully complete their degrees.
Is University of Mississippi a good school?
University of Mississippi has a Repit College Score of 62/100 (Grade: B).
Our rating evaluates five key factors:
Outcomes (B+): Graduation and retention rates
Affordability (C+): Net cost and financial aid access
Resources (C): Class sizes and selectivity
Experience (B+): Campus life and learning format
Prestige (C): Reputation and recognition
How many students attend University of Mississippi?
University of Mississippi has a total enrollment of 24,043 students.
Most students (95%) are traditional college-age (18-24).
Is there rental demand near University of Mississippi?
Yes! Approximately 2% of students at University of Mississippi live off-campus (not with family).
That's roughly 481 students who need rental housing near campus.
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