Mississippi State University
Overview
Student Population
National Rank
| Location | Mississippi State, Mississippi |
| Online | msstate.edu |
| School Type | Public 4 Year |
| Setting | Rural Fringe |
| Size | Large |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
Located in Mississippi State, Mississippi, Mississippi State University is a large four year public college offering both undergrad and graduate programs. In the most recent statistical year 17,381 prospective students applied, and 9,893 were granted admission. Of those admitted 3,565 enrolled in the school. 18,709 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 3,265 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2018/2019, excluding room and board, is $8,540 plus fees of $110. Mississippi State is ranked 196 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2020 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
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Admission Standards
| SAT | 1070/1330 |
| ACT | 22/29 |
| GPA | 3.32 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | - |
| Applicant Competition | Average |
Annual Cost to Attend
Mississippi Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,200 |
| Other Fees | $110 |
| Room and Board | $9,815 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $5,292 |
| Total One Year Cost | $24,957 |
Out of State Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,200 |
| Other Fees | $110 |
| Room and Board | $9,815 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $5,292 |
| Total One Year Cost | $39,557 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Business | 23% |
| Education | 17% |
| Engineering | 12% |
| General Studies | 6% |
| Psychology | 6% |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=176080 IPEDS survey data for Mississippi State University.