Our top reasons for you:
Among the Top Public Universities in America
(U.S. News & World Report)
MSU offers endless experiences and research opportunities for you to apply your knowledge in meaningful ways.
Among the Best College Athletics in America
(Niche)
Ring your cowbell and cheer on our 14 NCAA Division 1 athletic teams at Davis Wade Stadium. We’re a national championship holder with SEC attendance-breaking sporting events.
A “Best Value College”
(SmartAsset 2022)
We’re continually recognized for our commitment to value with the most affordable tuition in the SEC and scholarships up to $25,000 per year for out-of-state students.
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A Top 100 Research Institution in the nation and leader in the Southeastern Conference
Research wetland restoration, self-driving auto technology, and more in cutting-edge facilities like the Northern Gulf Institute (NGI) or the FAA’s Center of Excellence for Unmanned Aircraft.
(The National Science Foundation)
Starkville — “Mississippi’s College Town”
There’s something for you here: small-town charm, arts, culture, a thriving food scene, SEC sports, outdoor recreation, and so much more!
175+ majors and concentrations
Explore programs from Engineering to Art or our Early Entry Veterinary Program, to name a few. Study abroad through 1,000+ programs across 80 countries.
94% of MSU grads achieve successful career outcomes
1/3 of broadcast meteorologists have been trained at MSU! Other grads are New York Times best-selling authors, U.S. Senators, SEC Athletics Directors, and more.
One of the most diverse schools in the SEC
A Higher Education Excellence in Diversity Award Recipient, MSU is big enough to find your place yet small enough that it feels like home.
Top 10 Military Friendly School
Thanks to a generous waiver for out-of-state dependents of veterans or service-members, 100% of the non-resident portion of tuition is covered.
(VIQTORY)
#1 highest graduate starting salaries in Mississippi
Get the most from your education with stand-out internships at places like Prada, U.S. Olympic Training Center, or U.S. Embassies to boost your earning potential.
(SmartAsset 2022)
Discover our Data Science program.
Explore the role of data in artificial intelligence in one of the nation’s fastest-growing occupations.
Mississippi State University
PO Box 6334
Mississippi State, MS 39762
662-325-2224
Mississippi State University is an equal opportunity institution.
