Mississippi State University

Mississippi State University is a large four-year, primarily nonresidential school, located in a remote small town (Mississippi State, Mississippi). It is a public school, located in the beautiful Southeast area of the country. It is one of the land-grant schools. (Land-grant institutions are schools that have been designated by Congress to receive the benefits of the Morrill Acts of 1862 and 1890.)

Dr. Robert H. Foglesong is the President of the school. You can find more information about Mississippi State University by visiting their website.

Mississippi State University has a closed admissions policy. This doesn't mean you won't be able to be admitted to the school, but that you should contact the admissions office for complete admissions information. In order to apply for admittance, you will need your high school GPA, transcripts, and standardized test scores, such as those from an ACT or SAT. (Check with the admissions office to see which tests are acceptable.) It is also recommend (but not required) that you supply your high school ranking. If English is not your primary language, it is required that you take the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) and submit the results with your admissions application.

Of those who applied to the school, 69% were admitted. There are currently 16,206 students enrolled in the Mississippi State University.

Academic and career counseling services are available to students and, if it fits better with your needs, the school offers some programs via distance learning.

The school has on-campus housing available for up to 3,748 students. On-campus housing costs average about $3,296 per year. You may also choose to participate in a meals program for an additional $3,035. (This could be a weekly, monthly, or term amount. Check with the school's admissions office for further information.)

The average tuition for out-of-state full-time undergraduates is approximately $10,552. If you are an in-state student, then the average tuition is approximately $4,596. Any tuition figures are exclusive of required fees, books, and supplies. The fees can vary, but books typically average about $1,800. It is estimated that the total cost for an in-state student is $16,383 per year and $22,339 per year for an out-of-state student. If you choose to live off-campus, then it is possible for costs to be higher.

Contact Information:
    Mississippi State University
    
    Mississippi State, MS  39762

Other Information:
    Enrollment: 16,206
    Website: http://www.msstate.edu
    General Info: 662-325-2323
    Admissions: 662-325-2224
    Financial Aid: 662-325-2450

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