Mississippi State University
Public university · Mississippi State, MS · 18,397 undergraduates
Acceptance rate, SAT and ACT scores, cost, and financial aid
Acceptance rate
78%
Accessible
SAT (middle 50%)
1100–1350
ACT (middle 50%)
21–29
Average net price
$18,781
per year, after grants
Cost of attendance
$30,713
per year, before aid
Graduation rate
69%
within 6 years
These numbers haven't been checked against official data yet. Values marked changed a lot or disagree with another source. Costs, aid, and policies change every year — always confirm on the college's website before you decide.
How hard is it to get into Mississippi State University?
Mississippi State University accepts about 78 of every 100 applicants (78%), which makes it accessible. This number changed a lot in the latest data, so confirm it with the college.
The middle half of admitted students scored between 1100 and 1350 on the SAT. A score at or above 1350 puts you in the top quarter of admitted students; below 1100, your scores are below most.
On the ACT, the middle half scored 21–29.
The latest federal data says Mississippi State University is test-optional (scores are considered if you send them), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on Mississippi State University's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
How much does Mississippi State University cost?
The full cost of attendance — tuition, fees, housing, food, books, and other expenses — is about $30,713 a year before financial aid.
After grants and scholarships, students who get federal aid pay $18,781 a year on average. Your price depends on your family's income — use the college's net price calculator for an estimate.
Tuition and fees are $10,604 for MS residents and $28,736 for out-of-state students.
- Tuition & fees (in-state)$10,604
- Tuition & fees (out-of-state)$28,736
- Room & board$13,514
- Total cost of attendance$30,713
- Average net price after grants$18,781
Popular majors
Business, Engineering, Interdisciplinary Studies, Education, Psychology.
Mississippi State University FAQ
- What is Mississippi State University's acceptance rate?
- 78% — accessible.
- What SAT score do you need for Mississippi State University?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 1100–1350. Aim for 1350 or higher to be above most admitted students.
- What ACT score do you need for Mississippi State University?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 21–29.
- Is Mississippi State University test-optional?
- The latest federal data says Mississippi State University is test-optional (scores are considered if you send them), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on Mississippi State University's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
- How much does Mississippi State University cost?
- About $30,713 a year before aid; $18,781 on average after grants.
- What is Mississippi State University's FAFSA school code?
- 002423. Add it in the "Colleges" section of the FAFSA at studentaid.gov so Mississippi State University receives your information.
- What is Mississippi State University's graduation rate?
- 69% of students finish within six years.
Colleges similar to Mississippi State University
| College | Acceptance rate | SAT (middle 50%) | Avg. net price | Graduation rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blue Mountain Christian UniversityBlue Mountain, MS | 89% | — | $26,306 | 42% |
| University of Illinois ChicagoChicago, IL | 77% | 1130–1350 | $9,540 | 61% |
| Oregon State UniversityCorvallis, OR | 77% | 1140–1400 | $21,504 | 68% |
| University of Colorado BoulderBoulder, CO | 78% | 1240–1430 | $23,708 | 74% |
| Indiana University-BloomingtonBloomington, IN | 78% | 1170–1400 | $16,003 | 80% |
| University of Missouri-ColumbiaColumbia, MO | 78% | 1150–1330 | $21,142 | 77% |