Overview
Student Population
| Location | Columbus, Mississippi |
| Online | muw.edu |
| School Type | Public 4 Year |
| Setting | Remote Town |
| Size | Small |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
Will you get in?
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Located in Columbus, Mississippi, Mississippi University for Women is a small four year public college offering both undergrad and graduate programs. In the most recent statistical year 535 prospective students applied, and 517 were granted admission. Of those admitted 175 enrolled in the school. 2,109 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 602 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2019/2020, excluding room and board, is $7,425 plus fees of $100. MUW is ranked 798 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2020 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
Ratings
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Academics
Resources
Outcomes
Value
MUW is rated within the lower 40% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 5 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
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Rankings
Rankings for Mississippi University for Women within the 2021 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#798 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#287 in Best Public Colleges in the U.S.
#5 in Best Colleges in Mississippi
#3 in Best Public Colleges in Mississippi
#9999 in Best Value Colleges in the U.S.
#19 in Best Value Colleges in Mississippi
View the CollegeSimply ranking methodology.
Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 960/1200 |
| ACT | 18/25 |
| GPA | 3.27 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | Jul 15, 2021 |
| Applicant Competition | Very Low |
Annual Cost to Attend
Mississippi Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,600 |
| Other Fees | $100 |
| Room and Board | $7,648 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $4,115 |
| Total One Year Cost | $20,888 |
Out of State Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,600 |
| Other Fees | $100 |
| Room and Board | $7,648 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $4,115 |
| Total One Year Cost | $20,888 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Health Professions | 42% |
| Business | 10% |
| Education | 10% |
| Liberal Arts and Humanities | 10% |
| Psychology | 5% |
Other Colleges to Consider
Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=176035 IPEDS survey data for Mississippi University for Women.
Current students may use the Mississippi University for Women GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.