Lowest Debt

Students from The W graduate with less debt than any other regional university in the South.

A top choice for transfers

The W is a Leading Transfer University according to the Chronicle for Higher Education.

Top School

US News & World Report ranks The W #15 in the South among Top Public Schools.

About

Mississippi University for Women

The W was founded on the idea that higher education is for everyone. Today, the mission is the same. The university is nationally recognized for low student debt and social mobility by U.S News & World Report. Washington Monthly names The W as one of America’s Best Bang for the Buck Colleges. National rankings, small class sizes, and unique programs- like culinary arts, nursing, music therapy, and speech pathology- create a university that empowers you to BE BOLD. Maybe that’s why our students’ say, “It feels like home.”

Tuition & Fees

At MUW, in-state and out-of-state students receive the same tuition rate. And most importantly, its affordable!

Tuition is at a cost of $4373.50 per semester. Cost of attendance may increase due to residence hall and meal plan costs. To view a full breakdown, click the button.

Mississippi University for women 

Admissions & Acceptance

In order to attend classes at Mississippi University for Women, students must gain official admission to the University and must complete the enrollment process, which includes advisement, registration, and payment of tuition and fees. In order to gain acceptance, students must meet one of the following conditions:

Option 1

Complete the CPC with a minimum of 3.20 high school GPA on the CPC.

Option 2

Complete the CPC with a minimum of 2.50 high school GPA on the CPC or a class ranking in the top 50% of the class, and an ACT score of 16 or higher.

Option 3

Complete the CPC with a minimum of 2.00 high school GPA on the CPC and an ACT score of 18 or higher.

Option 4

Satisfy the NCAA Division I standard for student-athletes who are “full qualifiers” are accepted as equivalent to the admission standard.

Additionally, students standing within the top 50% of their graduating class along with a 16 composite score on the ACT or SAT equivalent are eligible for enrollment.

Financial Aid

MUW remains has having one of the lowest tuition rates among southeast colleges. They offer this same tuition to students of all states, a range of scholarships, and grants to help students pay for their education. To view a full list of scholarships, click the button below.

Centennial Scholarship

The Centennial Scholarship is The W’s most prestigious scholarship and covers the cost of full tuition, room and board, and a small book stipend. Recipients are required to participate in the Ina E. Gordy Honors College, live in the Honors Residence Hall and participate in the Honors Summer Study Abroad Program after their sophomore year. This scholarship does include a one-time award of $5,000 to be used toward the study abroad program sponsored by the Ina E. Gordy Honors College.

Honors Awards Scholarship

The Honors Award Scholarship is The W’s second most prestigious scholarship. The average award is $33,000 over a four-year period. Recipients are required to participate in the Ina E. Gordy Honors College, live in the Honors Residence Hall and participate in the Honors Summer Study Abroad Program after their sophomore year. This scholarship does include a one-time award of $2,500 to be used toward the study abroad program sponsored by the Ina E. Gordy Honors College

International Freshman Merit Scholarship

Any prospective international freshman (first-year) student who is interested in entering The W in the Fall semester and is not eligible to submit the FAFSA may apply for this one-time merit scholarship. The award is based on the student’s ACT/SAT score and grade point average (GPA). Ten incoming international freshmen will be selected, and the amount of each scholarship will be determined by the individual student’s ACT/SAT score and GPA.

Valedictorian/Salutatorian Scholarships

The W awards these one year scholarships to first-time college students who were valedictorians or salutatorians of their high school class. The award for salutatorian is $400 and the award for valedictorian is $500. These awards are one time awards over a one year period.

Eagle Scout and Gold Award

This scholarship is awarded to Incoming Freshmen with a cumulative high school GPA of 3.0; an ACT score of 20-21 or SAT equivalent. The scholarship covers 1/2 tuition and fees and a book allowance of $200. The scholarship is renewable for 3 years with a maintained cumulative 3.0 GPA and 30 earned credits each year (fall and spring semesters only).

First Generation College Student Ambassador Scholarship

A first-generation student is one whose mom nor dad completed a Bachelor’s degree. The First Generation Ambassador Scholarship is for those first-year first-generation freshmen students who qualify for the Whitfield or Franklin scholarships and would like to support their fellow first-generation classmates by helping to facilitate special events and programming for their cohort. Ambassadors will be part of a small group of student leaders that will assist with events like workshops and the First-Gen Celebration.​​

Programs

The W offers students over 70 undergraduate majors and concentrations to choose from. To view a full list of programs click the button below. These are some of the most notable programs

Nursing

The baccalaureate program in nursing is designed to prepare a nurse generalist who exercises leadership in the prevention of illness and promotion of health as a member of the community and professional nursing and as an agent of change who helps to bring about modifications of nursing practice to meet emerging health needs.

Culinary arts

The bachelor of applied science in business administration allows students who have graduated with an associate of applied science degree from an approved technical field to transfer career and technical credit and have it count toward a baccalaureate degree. All major coursework can be completed online. Culinary Arts is designed for a student interested in managing a kitchen or owning their own restaurant. Courses included marketing, accounting, and law courses which relate specifically to business side of the culinary world.

Sports Management

The bachelor of applied science in business administration allows students who have graduated with an associate of applied science degree from an approved technical field to transfer career and technical credit and have it count toward a baccalaureate degree. All major coursework can be completed online. Students concentrating in Sports Management will develop an understanding of the business side of the sports, fitness, and recreation industries.

chemistry

At The W, we look forward to helping you reach your goals with a chemistry degree and discovering the right career that fits your interests and abilities. As a chemistry major, you will be taking chemistry courses that range from organic chemistry to physical chemistry to biochemistry and introduction to pharmaceutical sciences. Chemistry graduates take various paths after graduation which include professional schools (medical, pharmacy, dental, veterinary), graduate study, and employment in science-related positions.

Student Life at The W

Involvement in a campus organization can significantly contribute to a student’s total education. Through engagement in these organizations, students can meet new people, develop communication and leadership skills, find their passion, and enhance their campus experience. Visit MyStudentLife to view a full list of organizations.