Overview
Enrollment
| Location | Hattiesburg, Mississippi |
| Online | usm.edu |
| School Type | Public 4 Year |
| Setting | Small City |
| Size | Mid-size |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
Located in Hattiesburg, Mississippi, University of Southern Mississippi is a mid-size four year public college offering both undergrad and graduate programs. In the most recent statistical year 9,314 prospective students applied, and 8,922 were granted admission. Of those admitted 1,587 enrolled in the school. 10,590 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 3,556 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2021/2022, excluding room and board, is $9,094 plus fees of $110. University of Southern Mississippi is ranked 832 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2023 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
Ratings
Overall
Academics
Resources
Outcomes
Value
University of Southern Mississippi is rated within the lower 35% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 4 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Rankings
Rankings for University of Southern Mississippi within the 2023 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#832 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#336 in Best Public Colleges in the U.S.
#7 in Best Colleges in Mississippi
#4 in Best Public Colleges in Mississippi
#30 in Best Value Colleges in Mississippi
View the CollegeSimply ranking methodology.
Getting In
Admission Standards
| ACT | 19/26 |
| GPA | 3.5 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | - |
| Applicant Competition | Very Low |
| Application Fee | $40 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Mississippi Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,400 |
| Other Fees | $110 |
| Room and Board | $10,950 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $3,726 |
| Total One Year Cost | $25,280 |
Out of State Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,400 |
| Other Fees | $110 |
| Room and Board | $10,950 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $3,726 |
| Total One Year Cost | $27,280 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Business | 22% |
| Health Professions | 13% |
| Education | 13% |
| Psychology | 5% |
| Communication | 5% |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=176372 IPEDS survey data for University of Southern Mississippi.
Current students may use the University of Southern Mississippi GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.