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University of Southern Mississippi

Hattiesburg, Mississippi, United States
University
Rankings2026

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CWUR World University Rankings (2026)
#1618
Acceptance Rate
99%
Completion Rate
50%
Completion rate (U.S. College Scorecard, latest release): share of students who finish their degree. Not an employment rate.

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University Overview

High-level facts that define this university.

University Name
University of Southern Mississippi
Location
Hattiesburg, Mississippi, United States
Undergraduate students
10075
International Students
5%
Student-to-Staff Ratio
18:1

Student Experience

Lifestyle signals that shape daily campus life.

Cultural Environment
Friendly community
Social Life
Urban
Climate
Four seasons
Safety
7.5
City Characteristics
Small city (50k-199k inhabitants)

Fees and entry for international students

Confirmed international fee
US$12,794/yr
2026-27, across 76 courses with a confirmed fee

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Courses at University of Southern Mississippi

76 courses, A–Z.