ic S/general/checkmark circled Thanks for subscribing! Be on the lookout for our next newsletter.
ic S/general/checkmark circled
Saved to My Favorites. View My Favorites
Colleges / Mississippi State University

Mississippi State University

Mississippi State, MS 4-Year Public
Acceptance Rate75%
Acceptance Rate75%

About Mississippi State University

Mississippi State University is a public, state university in the town of Mississippi State, MS. Mississippi State University was founded in 1878. The college currently enrolls around 22,649 students a year, including 18,305 undergraduates.

2022 Acceptance Rate for Mississippi State University

It is moderately difficult to get into Mississippi State University. Around 75% of applicants get into Mississippi State University each year. In 2022, 14,158 out of 18,830 total applicants were accepted.

Mississippi State University Admissions Facts At-A-Glance
Overall Acceptance Rate 75%
Early Decision Acceptance Rate ED not offered
Early Action Acceptance Rate EA not offered
Average GPA 3.6
Test Optional Yes
Applicants Submitting SAT scores 7%

Click below to find out more about the admissions requirements and deadlines, student life, academics, majors and more.

Admissions

Student Life

Academics

Tuition & Aid

Mississippi State University Community Forums

Save Mississippi State University To Your College List

Click the heart icon in the top left to save Mississippi State University to the list of schools you're interested in applying to.

Considering Colleges in MS?

See a full list of colleges in MS and save your favorites to your college list.

Mississippi State University Campus Tours

Mississippi State University is located in Mississippi State, MS,.

If you are interested in seeing Mississippi State University for yourself, plan a visit. The best way to reach campus is to take Highway 82 to Mississippi State, or book a flight to the nearest airport, Golden Triangle Regional.

You can also take a virtual campus tour to get a sense of what Mississippi State University and Mississippi State are like without leaving home.

College Info

75 B.S. Hood Drive Mississippi State, MS 39762

Campus Setting: Small Town

Mississippi State University Application Deadline

First-Year Applications are Due

Continuous processing

Transfer Applications are Due

Continuous processing

The deadline for Fall first-year applications to Mississippi State University is Continuous processing.

The deadline for Fall transfer applications to Mississippi State University is Continuous processing.

Check the school website for more information about deadlines for specific programs or special admissions programs

Mississippi State University is a member of the Coalition for College.

More than an application, the Coalition provides free tools and resources to help students through the college admissions process, beginning as early as 9th grade.

Learn More

Mississippi State University SAT Scores

ic_reflect

Composite SAT Range

Not available

ic_reflect

Math SAT Range

530 - 640

ic_reflect

Reading SAT Range

540 - 640

Estimated Chance of Acceptance by SAT Score

SAT Score

Estimated Chance

and Above

Good

to

Avg

and Less

Low

Mississippi State University Tuition & Fees

Tuition & Fees

$20,588

In State

$36,634

Out-of-State
Cost Breakdown
In State
Out-of-State
State Tuition
$9,248
$25,294
Fees
$150
$150
Housing
$11,190
$11,190
Books
Unknown
Unknown

Find Scholarships That Fit You

Want funding for college that doesn't need to be paid back? Explore College Confidential's new scholarship tool and search for scholarships that are tailored to you.

Find Scholarships

Student Life

Wondering what life at Mississippi State University is like? There are approximately 22,649 students enrolled at Mississippi State University, including 18,305 undergraduate students and 4,344 graduate students. 91% percent of students attend school full-time, 69% percent are from MS and 31% percent of students are from other states.

91%

Full Time

9%

Part Time

69%

In State

31%

Out-of-State

Data Source: IPEDs and Peterson's Databases © 2022 Peterson's LLC All rights reserved

Quick Facts

Total Enrollment

22,649

Campus Setting

Small Town

Acceptance Rate

75%

Tuition and Fees

In State

$9,398

Out-of-State

$25,444

Fall Freshmen
Application Deadline

Continuous processing
Find Your Scholarship

Want to find money for school that doesn’t need to be paid back? Access insights and advice on how to search and apply for scholarships!

Find Scholarships
Do You Work at a University?

Claim your page to customize your profile and connect with students!

Claim Free Account
ECE68226-946A-49FB-9EBE-25C918B98643
Need Advice or Have a Question About Mississippi State University?

Connect with the world's largest college forum for candid, authentic discussion.

Join the Conversation