University of Southern Mississippi
Public university · Hattiesburg, MS · 10,075 undergraduates
Acceptance rate, SAT and ACT scores, cost, and financial aid
Acceptance rate
99%
Accessible
SAT (middle 50%)
—
ACT (middle 50%)
20–29
Average net price
$21,172
per year, after grants
Cost of attendance
$26,527
per year, before aid
Graduation rate
54%
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 University of Southern Mississippi?
University of Southern Mississippi accepts about 99 of every 100 applicants (99%), which makes it accessible. This number changed a lot in the latest data, so confirm it with the college.
On the ACT, the middle half scored 20–29.
The latest federal data says University of Southern Mississippi requires SAT or ACT scores, but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on University of Southern Mississippi's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
How much does University of Southern Mississippi cost?
The full cost of attendance — tuition, fees, housing, food, books, and other expenses — is about $26,527 a year before financial aid.
After grants and scholarships, students who get federal aid pay $21,172 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 $10,394 for MS residents and $12,394 for out-of-state students.
- Tuition & fees (in-state)$10,394
- Tuition & fees (out-of-state)$12,394
- Room & board$12,278
- Total cost of attendance$26,527
- Average net price after grants$21,172
Popular majors
Business, Health Professions & Nursing, Education, Psychology, Parks, Recreation & Fitness.
University of Southern Mississippi FAQ
- What is University of Southern Mississippi's acceptance rate?
- 99% — accessible.
- What ACT score do you need for University of Southern Mississippi?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 20–29.
- Is University of Southern Mississippi test-optional?
- The latest federal data says University of Southern Mississippi requires SAT or ACT scores, but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on University of Southern Mississippi's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
- How much does University of Southern Mississippi cost?
- About $26,527 a year before aid; $21,172 on average after grants.
- What is University of Southern Mississippi's FAFSA school code?
- 002441. Add it in the "Colleges" section of the FAFSA at studentaid.gov so University of Southern Mississippi receives your information.
- What is University of Southern Mississippi's graduation rate?
- 54% of students finish within six years.
Colleges similar to University of Southern Mississippi
| College | Acceptance rate | SAT (middle 50%) | Avg. net price | Graduation rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Delta State UniversityCleveland, MS | 100% | 925–1210 | $12,677 | 49% |
| University of MississippiUniversity, MS | 97% | 1000–1200 | $13,752 | 70% |
| Jackson State UniversityJackson, MS | 93% | 820–1070 | $34,119 | 43% |
| Mississippi Valley State UniversityItta Bena, MS | 92% | — | $11,844 | 23% |
| Mississippi University for WomenColumbus, MS | 90% | — | $11,452 | 53% |
| Blue Mountain Christian UniversityBlue Mountain, MS | 89% | — | $26,306 | 42% |