Founded in 1884, Mississippi University for Women (MUW) is the oldest public university in Mississippi specifically designed to educate women. MUW has a rich history of excellence in the classroom and beyond. In addition to its liberal arts curriculum, the university offers degree programs in Business Administration, Education, Health Sciences, Library Science, Nursing and Veterinary Technology. The university provides numerous opportunities for students to get involved in student life, with organizations such as athletics, intramural sports, a student union, and student government. The MUW campus is a cozy community, perfect for students from all walks of life. With its beautiful grounds and modern facilities, MUW creates the perfect environment for students to learn, thrive, and make lasting memories.
- Address: 1100 College Street, Columbus, MS 00003-9701
- Phone: (662) 329-4750
- Website: https://www.muw.edu/
- Type: Public, 4-year
- Student Population: 2,704
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio: 12 to 1
- Calendar System: Semester
- Application Fee: $-
- Selectivity: Less Selective
Cost
| In-State | Out-of-State | |
| Tuition and Fees | $7,525 | $7,525 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,600 | $1,600 |
| Room & Board | $7,900 | $7,900 |
| Other | $4,415 | $4,415 |
| Total Cost | $21,440 | $21,440 |
Admissions
- Acceptance Rate: 99%
- SAT Range: 990 – 1300
- ACT Range: 19 – 24
Majors
- Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse
- Business Administration and Management, General
- Public Health Education and Promotion
- Psychology, General
- Elementary Education and Teaching
EnrollmentAttendance Status
- Full-time: 76%
- Part-time: 24%
Student Gender
- Male: 20%
- Female: 80%
Student Race/Ethnicity
- American Indian or Alaskan: 1%
- Asian: 2%
- Black or African American: 37%
- Hispanic / Latino: 0%
- Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander: 0%
- White: 57%
- Two or More Races: 0%
- Unknown: 0%
- Non-resident Alien: 1%
Student Age
- 24 and Under: 76%
- 25 and Over: 24%
- Age Unknown: 0%
Student Residence
- In-State: 81%
- Out-of-State: 19%
- Unknown: 0%