University of Mississippi

Overview

The University of Mississippi, commonly known as Ole Miss, is a public research institution located in University, Mississippi, roughly an hour's drive south of Memphis, Tennessee. Established in 1848, the university sits on a large campus distinguished by its historic buildings with antebellum architecture. With a broad array of undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs, Ole Miss is particularly recognized for its strong programs in Business, Accountancy, and Pharmacy. The campus houses a variety of student residence halls, providing on-campus living options for students. The university's application process is moderately selective. Alongside its academic offerings, the University of Mississippi is a member of the NCAA Division I Southeastern Conference, with notable achievements in football and baseball, and is represented by its teams known as the Rebels.

In the most recent statistical year 22,311 prospective students applied, and 21,727 were granted admission.  Of those admitted 4,465 enrolled in the school.  19,742 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 2,558 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2022/2023, excluding room and board, is $9,072 plus fees of $148. Ole Miss is ranked 329 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2024 U.S. Colleges Ranking.