Special Learning Opportunity
The following table compares the special learning opportunities between best schools in Mississippi including distance learning opportunities, ROTC program, Study abroad, and more special chances of learning. This statistics is based on the latest data from IPEDS, U.S. Department of Education for academic year 2024-2025.
| Rank | Name | Online Class | ROTC | Teacher Cert. | Study Abroad | Weekend/ Evening College | Campus Housing* | Meal Plan** |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mississippi State University | Under, Grad | Army, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (5,333) | ✔ ($4,368) |
| 2 | Mississippi College | Under, Grad | Army, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (1,611) | ✔ ($4,368) |
| 3 | University of Mississippi | Under, Grad | Army, NAVY, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (5,479) | ✔ ($4,976) |
| 4 | Millsaps College | Under, Grad | Army | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (858) | ✔ ($6,260) |
| 5 | William Carey University | Under, Grad | Army, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (800) | ✔ ($3,510) |
| 6 | Delta State University | Under, Grad | Air Force | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ | ✔ (1,277) | ✔ ($3,692) |
| 7 | University of Southern Mississippi | Under, Grad | Army, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (3,592) | ✔ |
| 8 | Mississippi University for Women | Under, Grad | Army, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (664) | ✔ ($3,500) |
| 9 | Jackson State University | Under, Grad | Army, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (2,149) | ✔ ($4,604) |
| 10 | Alcorn State University | Under, Grad | Army | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (1,953) | ✔ ($3,747) |
Student Services on Campus
The following table compares the on-campus students services and facilities between best schools in Mississippi including Student Counseling, Employment services for current students, Placement service for program completers, On-campus daycare facility, and library information.
| Rank | Name | Career Counseling | Employment Service | Placement Service | On Campus Daycare | Library Facilities |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mississippi State University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | Own Library |
| 2 | Mississippi College | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| 3 | University of Mississippi | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| 4 | Millsaps College | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| 5 | William Carey University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| 6 | Delta State University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| 7 | University of Southern Mississippi | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| 8 | Mississippi University for Women | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ | Own Library |
| 9 | Jackson State University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | Own Library |
| 10 | Alcorn State University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
Athletics Associations
The following table summarizes the alheletic teams and program information of best schools in Mississippi. Among 10 best schools in Mississippi, all schools are NAA members, 9 schools are NCAA members, 1 school is a member of NAIA, and 1 school is a member of NSCAA.
| Rank | Name | Members | Football | Basketball | Baseball | All Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mississippi State University | NAA, NCAA | Southeastern Conference | Southeastern Conference | Southeastern Conference | 9 athletic programs |
| 2 | Mississippi College | NAA, NCAA | Gulf South Conference | Gulf South Conference | Gulf South Conference | 9 athletic programs |
| 3 | University of Mississippi | NAA, NCAA | Southeastern Conference | Southeastern Conference | Southeastern Conference | 10 athletic programs |
| 4 | Millsaps College | NAA, NCAA | Southern Athletic Association | Southern Athletic Association | Southern Athletic Association | 11 athletic programs |
| 5 | William Carey University | NAA, NAIA | - | 8 athletic programs | ||
| 6 | Delta State University | NAA, NCAA | Gulf South Conference | Gulf South Conference | Gulf South Conference | 9 athletic programs |
| 7 | University of Southern Mississippi | NAA, NCAA | Sun Belt Conference | Sun Belt Conference | Sun Belt Conference | 11 athletic programs |
| 8 | Mississippi University for Women | NAA, NCAA, NSCAA | - | - | - | - |
| 9 | Jackson State University | NAA, NCAA | Southwestern Athletic Conference | Southwestern Athletic Conference | Southwestern Athletic Conference | 10 athletic programs |
| 10 | Alcorn State University | NAA, NCAA | Southwestern Athletic Conference | Southwestern Athletic Conference | Southwestern Athletic Conference | 10 athletic programs |
NAA: National Athletic Association
NCAA: National Collegiate Athletic Association
NAIA: National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics
NSCAA: National Small College Athletic Association
Additional Characteristics
The following table compares and describes additional facts of best schools in Mississippi including religious affiliation, specialized schools, and medical degree offer, and other facts.
| Rank | Name | Religious Affiliation | Historical Black School | Tribal School | Has Hospital | Offer Medical Degree |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mississippi State University | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ |
| 2 | Mississippi College | Southern Baptist | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| 3 | University of Mississippi | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✔ |
| 4 | Millsaps College | United Methodist | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| 5 | William Carey University | Baptist | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ |
| 6 | Delta State University | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| 7 | University of Southern Mississippi | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| 8 | Mississippi University for Women | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| 9 | Jackson State University | Not affiliated | ✔ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| 10 | Alcorn State University | Not affiliated | ✔ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
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*dormitory capacity
**yearly costs