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Public, 4-Year
Columbus, MS

Mississippi University for Women

Explore one of the most distinguished institutions in MS. Your pathway to a brighter future begins here.

Annual Tuition

$8,092

Average Sticker Price

Admission Rate

100.0%

Selectivity Level

Graduation Rate

37.4%

Completion Success

Median Earnings

$46,128

10y Career Outlook

About Institution

Mississippi University for Women is a distinguished Public, 4-Year institution located in Columbus, MS. With a competitive tuition profile of $8,092, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 37.4% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.

Admissions Intel

ACT Score Range

Composite18 – 23
125th–75th percentile36

Acceptance Rate

100.0%

Transfer-Out Rate0.0%

Investment Return

Estimated College ROI Analysis

Total 4-Year Cost

$32,368

Based on sticker tuition

Estimated Payback

2.0 yrs

Time to recoup investment

Annual Earnings Boost

+$16,128

vs. $30k HS diploma baseline

10-Year Net Gain

+$128,912

Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost

20-Year Net Gain

+$290,192

Long-term projected return on your education investment

Graduation Rate: 37%

Students who don't graduate may still carry debt without the full earnings benefit. Consider program-specific outcomes in the Career Paths section below.

ROI estimates use the BLS national median of $30,000/yr for high school diploma holders as a baseline. Actual results vary based on major, career path, location, and individual circumstances. Median graduate debt at Mississippi University for Women is $15,000.

Student Community

Gender Balance

Women
Men
80.8%
19.1%
FemininityMasculinity

Ethnic Diversity

White
57.2%
Black
38.5%
Hispanic
1.4%
International
1.0%
American Indian / Alaska Native
0.9%
Asian
0.8%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
0.2%
Two or more
0.0%
Unknown
0.0%

Security Audit

Safety Rating: 3-Year Aggregate

Incidents

0

Burglary

0

Theft

0

Assault

0

Robbery

0

Rape

0

Arson

0

Murder

0

Financial Outlook

Total Sticker Price

$8,092

Estimated cost before aid.

Net Price By Income

$0 - $30k$11,376
$30k - $48k$13,027
$48k - $75k$11,964
$75k+$18,894

Debt & Financial Aid

Median Debt (grads)$15,000
Pell Grant Recipients41.6%
Using Federal Loans40.9%
Historical 3yr Loan Repayment57.2%

Repayment measured in 2016–17; this federal measure was discontinued.

* Most students receive significant grants and scholarships, reducing the actual cost. Grant data from IPEDS Student Financial Aid survey.

Quick Overview

Faculty Ratio

N/A

Retention

71.7%

Success

37.4%

In-State Cost

$8,092

Age 25+ Students

21.6%

Carnegie Class

Master's: Smaller

Working at 6yr

1,046 students

Local City Insights

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