Columbus, MS · Hattiesburg, MS · Source: IPEDS federal database
| Mississippi University for Women | University of Southern Mississippi | |
|---|---|---|
| Acceptance Rate | 100.0% | 99.4% |
| In-State Tuition | $8,092 | $9,618 |
| Out-of-State Tuition | $8,092 | $11,618 |
| Average Net Price | $12,617 | $14,050 |
| Graduation Rate | 38.0% | 51.0% |
GradFax Analysis
Both are competitive to get into. Mississippi University for Women accepts 100.0% of applicants; University of Southern Mississippi accepts 99.4%. Mississippi University for Women's in-state tuition is $8,092. University of Southern Mississippi's is $9,618. Mississippi University for Women is cheaper. Mississippi University for Women graduates 38% of students in 6 years. University of Southern Mississippi graduates 51%.
Bottom Line
Both are solid options. Get the actual aid estimates from each school and compare them side by side. The averages above won't tell your specific story.
Source: IPEDS — Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
University of Southern Mississippi. It accepts 99.4% of applicants, per IPEDS data.
Source: IPEDS
Mississippi University for Women, on average. After aid, students pay $12,617/year versus $14,050/year. Your number depends on your aid package.
Source: IPEDS
University of Southern Mississippi: 51% of students finish in 6 years. Mississippi University for Women is at 38%.
Source: IPEDS
Data from IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System), a federal database maintained by the U.S. Department of Education. Figures represent the most recent available academic year.