Mississippi University for Women

Mississippi University for Women is a small four-year, primarily residential school, located in a remote small town (Columbus, Mississippi). It is a public school, located in the beautiful Southeast area of the country.

Dr. Claudia A. Limbert is the President of the school. You can find more information about Mississippi University for Women by visiting their website.

Mississippi University for Women 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, your high school ranking (where you were in your class), your transcripts, and standardized test scores, such as those from an ACT or SAT. (Check with the admissions office to see which tests are acceptable.) 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, 49% were admitted. There are currently 2,428 students enrolled in the Mississippi University for Women.

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 696 students. On-campus housing costs average about $2,650 per year. You may also choose to participate in a meals program (19 meals per week) for an additional $1,866. (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 $9,724. If you are an in-state student, then the average tuition is approximately $3,933. Any tuition figures are exclusive of required fees, books, and supplies. The fees can vary, but books typically average about $840. It is estimated that the total cost for an in-state student is $11,943 per year and $17,734 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 University for Women
    1100 College Street
    Columbus, MS  39701

Other Information:
    Enrollment: 2,428
    Website: http://www.muw.edu
    General Info: 662-329-4750
    Admissions: 662-329-7106
    Financial Aid: 662-329-7114

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