About
Contact & Visit
Campus Visits Contact
Contact
Molly Riley
Interim Campus Visit Coordinator
Interim Campus Visit Coordinator
Address
P. O. Box 6334
Mississippi State, MS 39762-6334
Mississippi State, MS 39762-6334
Phone
(662) 325-2224
Email
admit@msstate.edu
Experience College Life
Most Popular Places On Campus
Scott Field Stadium
Dudy Noble Field
Humphrey Coliseum
Barnes and Noble Campus Bookstore
Sanderson Student Recreation Center
Dudy Noble Field
Humphrey Coliseum
Barnes and Noble Campus Bookstore
Sanderson Student Recreation Center
Most Popular Places Off Campus
Cotton District
Highway 12 West Shopping Plaza
Starkville Community Theatre
Hollywood Premier Cinema
Miss. Horse Park, Agricenter, and Fairgrounds
Highway 12 West Shopping Plaza
Starkville Community Theatre
Hollywood Premier Cinema
Miss. Horse Park, Agricenter, and Fairgrounds
Campus Tours
Campus Visiting Center
M-F
8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
(662) 325-2224
8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
(662) 325-2224
Campus Tours
Appointment Required: Yes
Dates: Year-round
Times: Varies
Average Length: 1 hour
Dates: Year-round
Times: Varies
Average Length: 1 hour
On Campus Interview
Campus Interviews
No
Information Sessions
Not Available
Times
Faculty and Coach Visits
Dates/Times Available
Year-round
Arrangements
Contact Admissions Office
Advance Notice
1 week
Class Visits
Dates/Times Available
Year-round
Arrangements
Contact Admissions Office
Overnight Dorm Stays
Overnight Dorm Stays
Available
Arrangements
Contact Admissions Office
Limitations
contact for details
Transportation
Types of Transportation Available to Campus
-Local area shuttle service associated with MSU
-Golden Triangle Reg. Airport- Columbus, MS
-Amtrak Passenger Train - Tuscaloosa, AL
-Jackson Int'l Airport - Jackson, MS
-Birmingham Int'l Airport - Birmingham, AL
-Memphis Int'l Airport - Memphis, TN
Driving Instructions to Campus
Driving directions can be easily obtained by using mapquest.com. Mississippi State University is located just outside of Starkville, MS. Major highways leading to the area are Hwy 82 and Hwy 12. Highways 25 and 45 alternate both connect to Hwy 82. Exit signs are given for Mississippi State University from Hwy 82.
Local Accommodations
1. Herbert Hall -- affordable on-campus short-term housing for commuting students, visitors, and special guests
2. Days Inn and Suites: 119 Highway 12
Tel.662-324-5555
3. Comfort Suites: 801 Russell Street
Tel. 662-324-9595
4. The Hotel Chester: 101 N. Jackson St.
Tel. 866-325-5005 www.suitedreams.com
5. Holiday Inn Express: 110 Highway 12
Tel. 662-324-0076
6. Microtel: 1121 Highway 82 East
Tel. 662-615-0700
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Overview
Applicants: 13,817
Acceptance Rate: 73%
Average HS GPA: 3.41
ACT Test Scores
ACT Composite Scores
25th-75th percentile (enrolled students)
21 - 28
Testing Policies
Standardized testing policy for use in admission
Requires applicants to submit either the SAT or ACT
Other Admission Factors
Academic
Academic GPA
Standardized Test Scores
Selectivity Rating
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Learn MoreAcademics
Academics
Faculty and Class Information
Student/Faculty
20:1
Total Faculty
1,142
with Terminal Degree
864
657
Men
485
Women
201
Minority
61
International
Most frequent class size
20 - 29
Most frequent lab / sub section size
2 - 9
Graduation Rates
Graduate in 4 years
Graduate in 5 years
Graduate in 6 years
Majors
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AGRICULTURE, AGRICULTURE OPERATIONS, AND RELATED SCIENCES.
Agribusiness/Agricultural Business Operations.
Agricultural Business and Management, General.
Agricultural Economics.
Agriculture, General.
Agronomy and Crop Science.
Animal Sciences, General.
Food Science.
Horticultural Science.
Landscaping and Groundskeeping.
Plant Protection and Integrated Pest Management.
Poultry Science.
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BIOLOGICAL AND BIOMEDICAL SCIENCES.
Biochemistry.
Biology/Biological Sciences, General.
Entomology.
Medical Microbiology and Bacteriology.
Microbiology, General.
Molecular Biology.
Toxicology.
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BUSINESS, MANAGEMENT, MARKETING, AND RELATED SUPPORT SERVICES.
Accounting.
Business Administration and Management, General.
Business/Commerce, General.
Business/Managerial Economics.
Construction Management.
Finance, General.
Insurance.
Management Information Systems, General.
Marketing/Marketing Management, General.
Real Estate.
Taxation.
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COMMUNICATION, JOURNALISM, AND RELATED PROGRAMS.
Speech Communication and Rhetoric.
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COMPUTER AND INFORMATION SCIENCES AND SUPPORT SERVICES.
Computer and Information Sciences, General.
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EDUCATION.
Agricultural Teacher Education.
Business Teacher Education.
College Student Counseling and Personnel Services.
Community College Education.
Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services.
Curriculum and Instruction.
Education, General.
Educational Leadership and Administration, General.
Elementary and Middle School Administration/Principalship.
Elementary Education and Teaching.
Music Teacher Education.
Physical Education Teaching and Coaching.
Secondary Education and Teaching.
Special Education and Teaching, General.
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas, Other.
Technical Teacher Education.
Technology Teacher Education/Industrial Arts Teacher Education.
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ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGIES AND ENGINEERING-RELATED FIELDS.
Industrial Production Technologies/Technicians, Other.
Industrial Technology/Technician.
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ENGINEERING.
Aerospace, Aeronautical and Astronautical/Space Engineering.
Agricultural Engineering.
Bioengineering and Biomedical Engineering.
Chemical Engineering.
Civil Engineering, General.
Computer Engineering, General.
Electrical and Electronics Engineering
Engineering Mechanics.
Engineering, General.
Engineering, Other.
Industrial Engineering.
Mechanical Engineering.
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ENGLISH LANGUAGE AND LITERATURE/LETTERS.
English Language and Literature, General.
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FAMILY AND CONSUMER SCIENCES/HUMAN SCIENCES.
Family and Consumer Sciences/Human Sciences, General.
Foods, Nutrition, and Wellness Studies, General.
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FOREIGN LANGUAGES, LITERATURES, AND LINGUISTICS.
Foreign Languages and Literatures, General.
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HEALTH PROFESSIONS AND RELATED PROGRAMS.
Clinical Laboratory Science/Medical Technology/Technologist.
Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science and Allied Professions, Other.
Health/Health Care Administration/Management.
Veterinary Medicine.
Veterinary Sciences/Veterinary Clinical Sciences, General.
Veterinary/Animal Health Technology/Technician and Veterinary Assistant.
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HISTORY.
History, General.
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LIBERAL ARTS AND SCIENCES, GENERAL STUDIES AND HUMANITIES.
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies.
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MATHEMATICS AND STATISTICS.
Applied Mathematics, General.
Mathematics, General.
Statistics, General.
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MULTI/INTERDISCIPLINARY STUDIES.
Biological and Physical Sciences.
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other.
Systems Science and Theory.
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NATURAL RESOURCES AND CONSERVATION.
Forestry, General.
Wildlife, Fish and Wildlands Science and Management.
Wood Science and Wood Products/Pulp and Paper Technology.
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PHILOSOPHY AND RELIGIOUS STUDIES.
Philosophy.
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PHYSICAL SCIENCES.
Chemistry, General.
Geological and Earth Sciences/Geosciences, Other.
Geology/Earth Science, General.
Physics, General.
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PSYCHOLOGY.
Counseling Psychology.
Psychology, General.
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PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION AND SOCIAL SERVICE PROFESSIONS.
Public Administration.
Social Work.
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SOCIAL SCIENCES.
Anthropology.
Economics, General.
Political Science and Government, General.
Sociology.
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VISUAL AND PERFORMING ARTS.
Fine Arts and Art Studies, Other.
Music, General.
Visual and Performing Arts, General.
Degrees
Bachelor's
Doctoral
Doctoral/Professional
Doctoral/Research
Master's
Post-Master's certificate
Doctoral
Doctoral/Professional
Doctoral/Research
Master's
Post-Master's certificate
Career Services
On-Campus Job Interviews Available
Yes
Career Services
Alumni Network
Alumni Services
Classes
Interest Inventory
Internships
Regional Alumni
Opportunities at School
Coop
Internship
Notable Faculty
Prominent Alumni
John Grisham
Best selling author
Richard Adkerson
President of Freeport-McMoRan
Hartley Peavey
Founder, Peavey Electronics
James Worth "Jim' Bagley
Executive Chairman of Lam Research Corp. Board of Directors
E.B. " Barney" McCool
Founder of the Holiday Inn Franchise
Eugene Butler
Founded Progressive Farmer Magazine
G.V. Sonny Montgomery
chief architect of the Montgomery G.I. Bill
Careers
Graduation Rates
Graduate in 4 years
Graduate in 5 years
Graduate in 6 years
Career Services
On-Campus Job Interviews Available
Yes
Career Services
Alumni Network
Alumni Services
Classes
Interest Inventory
Internships
Regional Alumni
Opportunities at School
Coop
Internship
ROI & Outcomes
Tuition & Aid
Tuition & Aid
Dates
Application Deadlines
Notification Date
Dec 1
Required Forms
FAFSA
State Aid
State Aid
Financial Aid Statistics
Average Freshman Total Need-Based Gift Aid
$6,352
Average Undergraduate Total Need-Based Gift Aid
$6,091
Average Need-Based Loan
$3,871
Undergraduates who have borrowed through any loan program
56%
Average amount of loan debt per graduate
$30,721
Average amount of each freshman scholarship/grant package
$6,352
Financial aid provided to international students
Yes
Expenses per Academic Year
Tuition (In-State)
$8,318
Tuition (Out-of-State)
$22,358
Required Fees
Average Cost for Books and Supplies
$1,200
Tuition / Fees Vary by Year of Study
No
Board for Commuters
$3,570
Transportation for Commuters
$2,424
On-Campus Room and Board
$9,570
Comprehensive Fee
Available Aid
Financial Aid Methodology
Federal
Scholarships and Grants
Need-Based
Need-Based College/University Scholarship or Grant Aid from Institutional Funds
Need-Based Federal Pell
Need-Based Private Scholarships
Need-Based SEOG
Need-Based State Scholarships
Need-Based United Negro College Fund
Non-Need-Based
Institutional non-need-based scholarship or grant aid is available
Federal Direct Student Loan Programs
Direct PLUS Loans
Direct Subsidized Stafford Loans
Direct Unsubsidized Stafford Loans
Direct Subsidized Stafford Loans
Direct Unsubsidized Stafford Loans
Federal Family Education Loan Programs (FFEL)
College/university loans from institutional funds
Federal Perkins Loans
Federal Perkins Loans
Is Institutional Employment Available (other than Federal Work Study)
Yes
Direct Lender
No
Student Body
Student Body
Overall
Student Body Profile
Total Undergraduate Enrollment
18,312
Foreign Countries Represented
77
Demographics
1.25%
Asian
19.92%
Black
2.75%
Hispanic
72.09%
Caucasian
1.22%
International
50% female
50% male
30% are out of state
92% are full time
8% are part time
Campus Life
Campus Life
Overview
Campus Life
Undergrads living on campus
27%
Help finding off-campus housing
Yes
First-Year Students living on campus
97%
Campus Environment
Suburban
91/99
Housing Options
Disabled Student
Dorms Female
Dorms Male
Dorms Female
Dorms Male
Frat Sorority
Other
Theme Housing
Other
Theme Housing
Special Needs Admissions
Program / Service Name
Disability Support Services/ Student Support Services
Type of Program
For all students with disabilities
Director
Julie Capella
College Entrance Tests Required
No
Interview Required
No
Special Need Services Offered
Student Activities
Registered Student Organizations
373
Number of Honor Societies
21
Number of Social Sororities
12
Number of Religious Organizations
21
14% join a fraternity
17% join a sorority
Sports
Athletic Division
Division I
Men's Sports (Bulldogs)
8 Sports
Baseball
Basketball
Cheerleading
Cross Country
Football
Golf
Tennis
Track Field Outdoor
Basketball
Cheerleading
Cross Country
Football
Golf
Tennis
Track Field Outdoor
Women's Sports (Bulldogs)
9 Sports
Basketball
Cheerleading
Cross Country
Golf
Soccer
Softball
Tennis
Track Field Outdoor
Volleyball
Cheerleading
Cross Country
Golf
Soccer
Softball
Tennis
Track Field Outdoor
Volleyball
Student Services
Day Care
Health
Minority Support Groups
Army ROTC Offered on-campus
Air Force ROTC Offered on-campus
Health
LGBT Support Groups: www.health.msstate.edu/scs/whatwedo/groups.php
Minority Support Groups
Army ROTC Offered on-campus
Air Force ROTC Offered on-campus
Sustainability
60*
Campus Security Report
Campus Security Report
The Jeanne Clery Act requires colleges and universities to disclose their security policies, keep a public crime log, publish an annual crime report and provide timely warnings to students and campus employees about a crime posing an immediate or ongoing threat to students and campus employees.
Please visit The Princeton Review’s page on campus safety for additional resources: http://www.princetonreview.com/safety
The Princeton Review publishes links directly to each school's Campus Security Reports where available. Applicants can also access all school-specific campus safety information using the Campus Safety and Security Data Analysis Cutting Tool provided by the Office of Postsecondary Education of the U.S. Department of Education: https://ope.ed.gov/campussafety/#/
Other Information
Campus-wide Internet Network
Yes
% of Classrooms with Wireless Internet
100
Fee for Network Use
No
Partnerships with Technology Companies
No
Personal computer included in tuition for each student
No
Discounts Available with Hardware Vendors
Yes
Description
HP Academic Purchase Program
