Overview
University of Southern Mississippi is an open admission public four-year institution in Hattiesburg, Mississippi. The school accepts most applicants who complete the application process.
Admission Guide
Apply through the Common Application or the university's online application portal by the priority deadline of December 15 for fall admission, though regular admission continues through August. You'll need to submit your high school transcript, ACT or SAT scores, and complete the FAFSA for financial aid consideration.
The nursing program operates as a competitive admission process separate from general university admission. You must first be admitted to the university, then apply specifically to the School of Nursing, which has additional requirements including prerequisite courses and a separate application review. Similarly, programs in the College of Health require completion of specific prerequisite courses before you can apply to your major.
Housing applications open in February for the following fall semester. Submit your housing contract early since assignments are made on a first-come, first-served basis. The university requires all freshmen under 21 who don't live with family within 50 miles to live on campus for their first year.
Register for orientation as soon as you're admitted and pay your enrollment deposit. New Student Orientation runs throughout the summer and includes academic advising and course registration. You cannot register for classes without attending orientation.
The Hattiesburg campus sits on 1,090 acres of pine forest, giving it a distinctly wooded feel compared to other state universities. The university operates on a semester system and offers extensive online course options alongside traditional in-person classes. Students can access the Gulf Coast Research Laboratory for marine science opportunities, located about two hours south on the Mississippi coast.
What It Costs If You Get In
- Average Net Price
- $14,224/yr
- Tuition (in-state)
- $9,618
- Tuition (out-of-state)
- $11,618
- Students Receiving Aid
- 47%
After You Graduate
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 50.6%
- Median Earnings (10yr)
- $44,140/yr
- Freshman Retention Rate
- 70.5%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the admission requirements for University of Southern Mississippi?
University of Southern Mississippi requires a high school diploma or GED, official transcripts, and ACT or SAT scores. The school has an open admission policy with very high acceptance rates.
Does University of Southern Mississippi have early admission or early decision?
University of Southern Mississippi operates on rolling admissions rather than early decision or early action programs. Students can apply throughout the year and receive decisions within a few weeks.
What is the application deadline for University of Southern Mississippi?
University of Southern Mississippi has rolling admissions with no strict deadline, but priority consideration for housing and financial aid requires applications by March 1 for fall semester.
Can I transfer to University of Southern Mississippi?
Transfer students need at least 24 credit hours from an accredited institution and a minimum 2.0 GPA. Students with fewer than 24 credits must also meet freshman admission requirements.