University of Southern Mississippi — acceptance rate 99%, tuition $9,508 in-state, $11,508 out-of-stateUniversity of Southern Mississippi campus, Hattiesburg, MS. Photo: Flacourtophile, CC BY-SA 4.0 via Wikimedia Commons.
Outcomes
B
67/100
Affordability
C+
60/100
Resources
C
54/100
Experience
B
73/100
Prestige
C
40/100
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
13,110
Total Enrollment
51%
Graduation Rate
70%
Retention Rate
15.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
99%
Acceptance Rate
$14,050
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near University of Southern Mississippi ▼
5%
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 (39406) has no residential market, so these figures average 1 nearby ZIP codes within 6 miles of campus (39402).
What happens to students who enroll at University of Southern Mississippi, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.
$44,140
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$37,710
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$22,500
Median debt at graduation
49.1%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
1,190
Average SAT
23
Median ACT
46.3%
Students receiving Pell grants
Typical debt at graduation equals about 51% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.
Earnings rank: 43rd 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 Southern 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 Southern Mississippi Ranks
Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~682 students need off-campus housing
💻 Learning Mode
In-Person23%
Hybrid (Some Online)48%
Fully Online30%
📊 Age Distribution
18-24 (Traditional)80%
25-64 (Adult)18%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the acceptance rate at University of Southern Mississippi?
University of Southern Mississippi has an acceptance rate of 99%.
This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.
How much does it cost to attend University of Southern Mississippi?
Tuition at University of Southern Mississippi is
$9,508 for in-state students
and $11,508 for out-of-state students
.
However, the average net price after financial aid is $14,050.
What is the graduation rate at University of Southern Mississippi?
The graduation rate at University of Southern Mississippi is 51%.
This graduation rate is below average. Consider factors like program type and student demographics when evaluating.
Is University of Southern Mississippi a good school?
University of Southern Mississippi has a Repit College Score of 59/100 (Grade: C+).
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 Southern Mississippi?
University of Southern Mississippi has a total enrollment of 13,110 students.
Most students (80%) are traditional college-age (18-24).
Is there rental demand near University of Southern Mississippi?
Yes! Approximately 5% of students at University of Southern Mississippi live off-campus (not with family).
That's roughly 682 students who need rental housing near campus.
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