Colleges in Mississippi
Mississippi is home to 35 colleges and universities, from large flagship research institutions to small liberal arts colleges and community colleges. Use the filters below to find the right fit by campus lifestyle, safety, tuition, and more.
Top Colleges by Enrollment
35 total in MississippiUniversity of Mississippi
University of Mississippi is a public 4-year institution in University, MS. Enrollment: ~21,473 students. Admissions are accessible (97% admit rate). Out-of-state tuition: $25,776/year.
Mississippi State University
Mississippi State University is a public 4-year institution in Mississippi State, MS. Enrollment: ~18,397 students. Admissions are accessible (78% admit rate). Out-of-state tuition: $24,790/year.
University of Southern Mississippi
University of Southern Mississippi is a public 4-year institution in Hattiesburg, MS. Enrollment: ~10,075 students. Admissions are accessible (99% admit rate). Out-of-state tuition: $11,094/year.
Jackson State University
Jackson State University is a public 4-year institution in Jackson, MS. Enrollment: ~4,600 students. Admissions are accessible (93% admit rate). Out-of-state tuition: $8,270/year.
Mississippi College
Mississippi College is a private 4-year institution in Clinton, MS. Enrollment: ~2,518 students. Admissions are selective (29% admit rate). Out-of-state tuition: $18,900/year.
Alcorn State University
Alcorn State University is a public 4-year institution in Alcorn State, MS. Enrollment: ~2,363 students. Admissions are accessible (45% admit rate). Out-of-state tuition: $7,566/year.
William Carey University
William Carey University is a private 4-year institution in Hattiesburg, MS. Enrollment: ~2,201 students. Admissions are accessible (60% admit rate). Out-of-state tuition: $13,050/year.
Delta State University
Delta State University is a public 4-year institution in Cleveland, MS. Enrollment: ~1,620 students. Admissions are accessible (100% admit rate). Out-of-state tuition: $8,190/year.
Mississippi University for Women
Mississippi University for Women is a public 4-year institution in Columbus, MS. Enrollment: ~1,605 students. Admissions are accessible (90% admit rate). Out-of-state tuition: $7,656/year.
Belhaven University
Belhaven University is a private 4-year institution in Jackson, MS. Enrollment: ~1,471 students. Admissions are accessible (50% admit rate). Out-of-state tuition: $27,450/year.
Mississippi Valley State University
Mississippi Valley State University is a public 4-year institution in Itta Bena, MS. Enrollment: ~1,439 students. Admissions are accessible (92% admit rate). Out-of-state tuition: $7,394/year.
Tougaloo College
Tougaloo College is a private 4-year institution in Tougaloo, MS. Enrollment: ~639 students. Admissions are accessible (60% admit rate). Out-of-state tuition: $10,904/year.
Millsaps College
Millsaps College is a private 4-year institution in Jackson, MS. Enrollment: ~549 students. Admissions are accessible (43% admit rate). Out-of-state tuition: $40,140/year.
Blue Mountain Christian University
Blue Mountain Christian University is a private 4-year institution in Blue Mountain, MS. Enrollment: ~498 students. Admissions are accessible (89% admit rate). Out-of-state tuition: $17,380/year.
Rust College
Rust College is a private 4-year institution in Holly Springs, MS. Enrollment: ~467 students. Admissions are accessible (49% admit rate). Out-of-state tuition: $9,900/year.
Southeastern Baptist College
Southeastern Baptist College is a private 4-year institution in Laurel, MS. Enrollment: ~93 students. Admissions are accessible (100% admit rate). Out-of-state tuition: $6,500/year.
Wesley Biblical Seminary
Wesley Biblical Seminary is a private 4-year institution in Ridgeland, MS. Enrollment: ~24 students. Admissions are accessible (57% admit rate). Out-of-state tuition: $11,000/year.
Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College
Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College is a public 2-year institution in Perkinston, MS. Out-of-state tuition: $6,600/year.
Northeast Mississippi Community College
Northeast Mississippi Community College is a public 2-year institution in Booneville, MS. Out-of-state tuition: $6,930/year.
Northwest Mississippi Community College
Northwest Mississippi Community College is a public 2-year institution in Senatobia, MS. Out-of-state tuition: $3,200/year.
Pearl River Community College
Pearl River Community College is a public 2-year institution in Poplarville, MS. Out-of-state tuition: $4,250/year.
Southwest Mississippi Community College
Southwest Mississippi Community College is a public 2-year institution in Summit, MS. Out-of-state tuition: $5,680/year.
Traxlers School of Hair
Traxlers School of Hair is a 4-year institution in Jackson, MS.
East Central Community College
East Central Community College is a public 2-year institution in Decatur, MS. Out-of-state tuition: $4,960/year.
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