About
Contact & Visit
Campus Visits Contact
Contact
Jason Beverly
Coordinator
Coordinator
Address
118 College Dr # 5166
Hattiesburg, MS 39406
Hattiesburg, MS 39406
Phone
6012665000
Email
admissions@usm.edu
Experience College Life
Most Popular Places On Campus
Starbucks
Thad Cochran Center
Barnes & Nobles Bookstore
Thad Cochran Center
Barnes & Nobles Bookstore
Most Popular Places Off Campus
Downtown Hattiesburg
Campus Tours
Campus Tours
Appointment Required: Yes
Dates: Year-round
Times: 9-3
Average Length: Varies
Dates: Year-round
Times: 9-3
Average Length: Varies
On Campus Interview
Campus Interviews
Yes
Information Sessions
Not Available
Times
Faculty and Coach Visits
Dates/Times Available
Class Visits
Dates/Times Available
Arrangements
Overnight Dorm Stays
Overnight Dorm Stays
Not Available
Transportation
Types of Transportation Available to Campus
taxis, buses
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Overview
Applicants: 6,607
Acceptance Rate: 46%
Average HS GPA: 3.33
SAT & ACT Test Scores
SAT Evidence-Based Reading and Writing
25th-75th percentile (enrolled students)
430 - 540
SAT Math
25th-75th percentile (enrolled students)
510 - 650
ACT Composite Scores
25th-75th percentile (enrolled students)
20 - 26
Testing Policies
Other Admission Factors
Academic
Academic GPA
Standardized Test Scores
Selectivity Rating
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Learn MoreAcademics
Academics
Faculty and Class Information
Student/Faculty
17:1
Total Faculty
903
with Terminal Degree
632
454
Women
449
Men
133
Minority
14
International
Most frequent class size
10 - 19
Most frequent lab / sub section size
10 - 19
Graduation Rates
Graduate in 4 years
Graduate in 5 years
Graduate in 6 years
Majors
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ARCHITECTURE AND RELATED SERVICES.
Interior Architecture.
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AREA, ETHNIC, CULTURAL, GENDER, AND GROUP STUDIES.
American/United States Studies/Civilization.
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BIOLOGICAL AND BIOMEDICAL SCIENCES.
Biology/Biological Sciences, General.
Marine Biology and Biological Oceanography.
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BUSINESS, MANAGEMENT, MARKETING, AND RELATED SUPPORT SERVICES.
Accounting.
Business Administration and Management, General.
Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services, Other.
Business/Managerial Economics.
Finance, General.
Hospitality Administration/Management, Other.
Hotel/Motel Administration/Management.
Human Resources Development.
Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration, General.
International Business/Trade/Commerce.
Management Information Systems, General.
Marketing, Other.
Marketing/Marketing Management, General.
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COMMUNICATION, JOURNALISM, AND RELATED PROGRAMS.
Advertising.
Journalism.
Public Relations/Image Management.
Radio and Television.
Speech Communication and Rhetoric.
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COMPUTER AND INFORMATION SCIENCES AND SUPPORT SERVICES.
Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services, Other.
Computer and Information Sciences, General.
Data Processing and Data Processing Technology/Technician.
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EDUCATION.
Adult and Continuing Education Administration.
Art Teacher Education.
Business Teacher Education.
Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services.
Curriculum and Instruction.
Education, General.
Education, Other.
Education/Teaching of Individuals with Hearing Impairments Including Deafness.
Educational Leadership and Administration, General.
Educational/Instructional Technology.
Elementary Education and Teaching.
Foreign Language Teacher Education.
Higher Education/Higher Education Administration.
Science Teacher Education/General Science Teacher Education.
Secondary Education and Teaching.
Special Education and Teaching, General.
Special Education and Teaching, Other.
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ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGIES AND ENGINEERING-RELATED FIELDS.
Architectural Engineering Technology/Technician.
Computer Engineering Technology/Technician.
Electrical, Electronic and Communications Engineering Technology/Technician.
Engineering Technology, General.
Industrial Technology/Technician.
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ENGINEERING.
Polymer/Plastics Engineering.
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ENGLISH LANGUAGE AND LITERATURE/LETTERS.
English Language and Literature, General.
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FAMILY AND CONSUMER SCIENCES/HUMAN SCIENCES.
Apparel and Textiles, General.
Family Systems.
Foods, Nutrition, and Wellness Studies, General.
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FOREIGN LANGUAGES, LITERATURES, AND LINGUISTICS.
Foreign Languages and Literatures, General.
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HEALTH PROFESSIONS AND RELATED PROGRAMS.
Athletic Training/Trainer.
Audiology/Audiologist and Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist.
Clinical Laboratory Science/Medical Technology/Technologist.
Clinical/Medical Social Work.
Communication Disorders Sciences and Services, Other.
Dietetics/Dietitian.
Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General.
Nursing Administration (MSN, MS, PhD).
Nursing Science (MS, PhD).
Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN).
Phlebotomy Technician/Phlebotomist.
Public Health, General.
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HISTORY.
History, General.
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HOMELAND SECURITY, LAW ENFORCEMENT, FIREFIGHTING AND RELATED PROTECTIVE SERVICES.
Criminal Justice/Safety Studies.
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LEGAL PROFESSIONS AND STUDIES.
Legal Assistant/Paralegal.
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LIBRARY SCIENCE.
Library and Information Science.
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MATHEMATICS AND STATISTICS.
Mathematics, General.
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MULTI/INTERDISCIPLINARY STUDIES.
Biological and Physical Sciences.
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other.
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PARKS, RECREATION, LEISURE, AND FITNESS STUDIES.
Parks, Recreation and Leisure Studies.
Sport and Fitness Administration/Management.
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PHILOSOPHY AND RELIGIOUS STUDIES.
Philosophy.
Religion/Religious Studies.
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PHYSICAL SCIENCES.
Chemistry, General.
Chemistry, Other.
Geology/Earth Science, General.
Oceanography, Chemical and Physical.
Physics, General.
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PSYCHOLOGY.
Counseling Psychology.
Psychology, General.
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PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION AND SOCIAL SERVICE PROFESSIONS.
Social Work.
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SOCIAL SCIENCES.
Anthropology.
Development Economics and International Development.
Geography.
International Relations and Affairs.
Political Science and Government, General.
Sociology.
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VISUAL AND PERFORMING ARTS.
Dance, General.
Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General.
Fine/Studio Arts, General.
Music Management and Merchandising.
Music Performance, General.
Music, General.
Visual and Performing Arts, General.
Degrees
Bachelor's
Certificate
Doctoral
Master's
Post-Bachelor's certificate
Post-Master's certificate
Certificate
Doctoral
Master's
Post-Bachelor's certificate
Post-Master's certificate
Career Services
On-Campus Job Interviews Available
Yes
Career Services
Alumni Services
Classes
Interest Inventory
Internships
Opportunities at School
Coop
Internship
Notable Faculty
Prominent Alumni
Natalie Allen Wright
The Weather Channel
Bruce Aust
Executive VP for NASDAQ
Jimmy Buffett
Singer, Songwriter, Author
Cat Cora
Chef, Food Network 'Iron Chef America'
Brett Farve
New York Giants
Mike Magusiak
CEO, Chuck E. Cheese
Neil Williams
CFO, Intuit
Careers
Graduation Rates
Graduate in 4 years
Graduate in 5 years
Graduate in 6 years
Career Services
On-Campus Job Interviews Available
Yes
Career Services
Alumni Services
Classes
Interest Inventory
Internships
Opportunities at School
Coop
Internship
ROI & Outcomes
Tuition & Aid
Tuition & Aid
Dates
Application Deadlines
Notification Date
Dec 15
Required Forms
FAFSA
Financial Aid Statistics
Average Freshman Total Need-Based Gift Aid
$4,999
Average Undergraduate Total Need-Based Gift Aid
$4,671
Average Need-Based Loan
$4,714
Undergraduates who have borrowed through any loan program
68%
Average amount of loan debt per graduate
$28,700
Average amount of each freshman scholarship/grant package
$2,799
Financial aid provided to international students
No
Expenses per Academic Year
Tuition (In-State)
$7,854
Tuition (Out-of-State)
$9,854
Required Fees
Average Cost for Books and Supplies
$1,200
Tuition / Fees Vary by Year of Study
No
Board for Commuters
$3,790
Transportation for Commuters
$1,430
On-Campus Room and Board
$9,012
Comprehensive Fee
Available Aid
Financial Aid Methodology
Federal
Scholarships and Grants
Need-Based
Need-Based College/University Scholarship or Grant Aid from Institutional Funds
Need-Based Federal Pell
Need-Based Private Scholarships
Need-Based SEOG
Need-Based State Scholarships
Non-Need-Based
Institutional non-need-based scholarship or grant aid is available
Federal Direct Student Loan Programs
Direct PLUS Loans
Direct Subsidized Stafford Loans
Direct Unsubsidized Stafford Loans
Direct Subsidized Stafford Loans
Direct Unsubsidized Stafford Loans
Federal Family Education Loan Programs (FFEL)
Federal Perkins Loans
Is Institutional Employment Available (other than Federal Work Study)
Yes
Direct Lender
No
Student Body
Student Body
Overall
Student Body Profile
Total Undergraduate Enrollment
11,779
Demographics
1.20%
Asian
28.74%
Black
3.26%
Hispanic
61.15%
Caucasian
2.08%
International
63% female
37% male
16% are out of state
87% are full time
13% are part time
Campus Life
Campus Life
Overview
Campus Life
Undergrads living on campus
25%
Help finding off-campus housing
No
First-Year Students living on campus
90%
Campus Environment
Small Urban
Housing Options
Disabled Student
Dorms Female
Dorms Female
Dorms Male
Frat Sorority
Theme Housing
Frat Sorority
Theme Housing
Special Needs Admissions
College Entrance Tests Required
No
Interview Required
No
Special Need Services Offered
Student Activities
Registered Student Organizations
Number of Honor Societies
8
Number of Social Sororities
11
Number of Religious Organizations
20
10% join a fraternity
14% join a sorority
Sports
Athletic Division
Division I
Men's Sports (Golden Eagles)
7 Sports
Baseball
Basketball
Football
Golf
Tennis
Track Field Indoor
Track Field Outdoor
Basketball
Football
Golf
Tennis
Track Field Indoor
Track Field Outdoor
Women's Sports (Golden Eagles)
9 Sports
Basketball
Cross Country
Golf
Soccer
Softball
Tennis
Track Field Indoor
Track Field Outdoor
Volleyball
Cross Country
Golf
Soccer
Softball
Tennis
Track Field Indoor
Track Field Outdoor
Volleyball
Student Services
Day Care
Health
Womens Center
Army ROTC Offered on-campus, at cooperating institutions: Pearl River Community College William Carey University
Air Force ROTC Offered on-campus
Health
Womens Center
Army ROTC Offered on-campus, at cooperating institutions: Pearl River Community College William Carey University
Air Force ROTC Offered on-campus
Sustainability
60*
Campus Security Report
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Please visit The Princeton Review’s page on campus safety for additional resources: http://www.princetonreview.com/safety
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Other Information
Campus-wide Internet Network
Yes
% of Classrooms with Wireless Internet
100
Fee for Network Use
Yes
Partnerships with Technology Companies
No
Personal computer included in tuition for each student
No
Discounts Available with Hardware Vendors
Yes
Description
Dell, Lenovo, PC Mall, CDWG, Next Step, SafariMicro
Wellness Program/Clinical Offerings
Institution has a mental health/wellness program that makes counseling, referral, and well-being services available to all students
Not Reported
Mental Health Website
Not Reported
Education & Training
Types of training available for students and faculty/staff
Program
Availability
Not Reported
Not Reported
Not Reported
Not Reported
Not Reported
Engaging the Whole Campus
Institution has a Chief Behavioral Health Officer (and/or Chief Wellness Officer)
Not Reported
Peer-to-Peer
Institution has peer-to-peer offerings relating to mental health
Not Reported
Residential Life
Institution incorporates mental health and wellness into the residential experience
Not Reported
Student Orientation
Students who are provided an opportunity to participate in mental-health-orientation activities
First-year students
Not Reported
Incoming transfer students
Not Reported
Returning students
Not Reported
Entering graduate students
Not Reported
Mental Health in the Curriculum
The institution offers for-credit mental health/well-being education for students
Not Reported
The institution offers non-credit mental health/well-being education for students
Not Reported
Off-Campus Offerings
Institution offers referrals to off-campus counseling services
Not Reported
Health and Counseling Center Accreditation
Institution's counseling center is accredited
Not Reported
Accrediting body
Not Reported
Taking and Returning from Medical Leave
Institution has an official support program in place for students returning from mental health leave of absence
Not Reported
Counseling Demand
Number of months a year counseling center is open and fully staffed
Not Reported
