University of Southern Mississippi
A good fit for students who want accessible admissions and in-state Mississippi residents. no major red flags in the data. a public school with 10,075 students.
About This School
University of Southern Mississippi is a public institution located in Hattiesburg, Mississippi with approximately 10,075 undergraduate students enrolled. University of Southern Mississippi has an open or accessible admissions process, with an acceptance rate of 99%. The average net price after financial aid is $21,708 per year. The graduation rate is 49%, and the typical graduate earns $42,700 within 10 years of enrollment.
The University of Southern Mississippi is a public research university with its main campus in Hattiesburg, Mississippi, United States. It is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools to award bachelor's, master's, specialist, and doctoral degrees. The university is classified among "R1: Doctoral Universities – Very High Research Activity".
The numbers tell a mixed story here: at just $14,224/year after aid and only $14,250 in median debt at graduation, this is one of the more affordable paths to a research university degree, and its R1 classification means real academic resources for students who seek them out. The concern is the 51% graduation rate and 71% freshman retention — meaning roughly one in three students who start here don't finish, which is worth taking seriously before enrolling. Worth considering if you're cost-conscious and self-motivated, but come in with a clear plan and connect with advisors early.
Popular Programs
Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.
Notable Alumni
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Admissions
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Cost & Financial Aid
Net Price by Family Income
Average annual cost after grants/scholarships, by household income. Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Financial Aid
Full Cost
After Graduation
Earnings 6 Years After Enrollment, by Gender
Gap: 18% less for female graduates. National avg ~16%.
Will This School Pay Off?
Solid return. Earnings outpace debt, though major choice matters.
Earnings data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. These are means across all graduates, not specific to any major.
Student Body
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (10,075 undergraduates).
Contact & Location
Address
University of Southern Mississippi
118 College Drive # 0001
Hattiesburg, MS 39406-0001
Official Links
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Sources & Methodology
Primary data source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Accessed via automated sync. Latest values may come from different reporting years depending on the metric.
School overview from Wikipedia. Used for context only, not as a primary data source for admissions, cost, or outcomes claims.
- Earnings figures are institution-level averages, not major-specific.
- Some metrics are based on Title IV financial aid recipients only.
- Some values may be privacy-suppressed or rolled up by the Department of Education.
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