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Mississippi College

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Overview

Founded in 1826, the Mississippi College is a non-profit private higher education institution located in the suburban setting of the large town of Clinton (population range of 10,000-49,999 inhabitants), Mississippi. Officially accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges, Mississippi College (MC) is a small-sized (uniRank enrollment range: 4,000-4,999 students) coeducational US higher education institution formally affiliated with the Christian-Baptist religion. Mississippi College (MC) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 198-year-old US higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. The acceptance rate range is 40-49% making this US higher education organization an averagely selective institution. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. MC also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

Mississippi College's Control Typeprivate

Entity

Mississippi College's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Mississippi College' Size by Total Enrollmentsmall-sized

Selectivity

Mississippi College's Selectivity by Acceptance Rateaveragely selective

University Identity

Name
Acronym MC
Founded 1826
Motto Veritas et Virtus
Truth and Virtue
Colours Blue and gold
Mascot Choctaw
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University Location

Address 200 South Capitol Street
Clinton
39058-0001 Mississippi
United States
Mississippi College's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
Mississippi College Phone Number +1 (601) 925 3000
Mississippi College Fax Number +1 (601) 925 3276

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Fields of Study / Degree Levels

Introduction

What is the difference between comprehensive/generalist and specialized universities in terms of the range of fields of study they offer, degree levels available and academic and carreer paths pros and cons? Read our guide article about generalist and specialized universities to learn more.


Fields of Study and Degree Levels Matrix

The following Mississippi College's Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify Mississippi College's academic range and degree level offering.




Programs and Courses

Courses and Programs

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Tuition Fees

Introduction

Yearly tuition fees refers to the amount of money that a student is charged by a University for one academic year of full-time study. Read our guide article about tuition fees and financial aid options to learn more.


Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Mississippi College's Tuition Fees Range Matrix is divided into 2 types of students, local and international students, and 2 degree levels, undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, and aims to help students to have an approximate idea of the yearly tuition range they might expect to pay at Mississippi College.

Mississippi College: Tuition Fees Range Matrix

Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students
20,000-24,999 US$
(18,225-22,780 Euro)
12,500-14,999 US$
(11,390-13,670 Euro)
International
students
20,000-24,999 US$
(18,225-22,780 Euro)
12,500-14,999 US$
(11,390-13,670 Euro)

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Admissions

Introduction

Applying for admission is the first step towards achieving students' academic and career goals and accessing the many opportunities and resources that a university has to offer. Read our "Introduction to University Admissions" article to learn more.


Admission Information

uniRank publishes below some basic Mississippi College's admission information.

Mississippi College's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits Men and Women (coed).


Mississippi College's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Has Mississippi College a selective admission policy? Yes, based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Mississippi College's acceptance rate range is 40-49% making this institution an averagely selective higher education institution.


Admission Requirements Admission Requirements

  • Secondary school GPA is recommended
  • Secondary school rank is recommended
  • Secondary school record is required
  • Completion of college-preparatory program is recommended
  • Recommendations are recommended
  • Formal demonstration of competencies is neither required nor recommended
  • Admission test scores are recommended
  • TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) is required
  • Other Test (Wonderlic, WISC-III, etc.) is neither required nor recommended

Source: IPDES


Mississippi College's International Students Admission International Students Admission

International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.


Mississippi College's Admission Office Admission Office

Box 4026
Clinton 39058-0001
(601) 925 3800
(800) 738 1236

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Size and Profile

Introduction

University size and profile can be important factors to consider when choosing a university. Here are some potential reasons why University size and profile can affect students when choosing a university.


Size and Profile

uniRank publishes below some major size and profile indicators for Mississippi College.

Mississippi College's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Mississippi College has an enrollment range of 4,000-4,999 students making it a small-sized institution.


Mississippi College's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution has a range of 300-399 academic employees (Faculty).


Mississippi College's Control Type Control Type

Mississippi College is a private higher education institution.


Mississippi College's Entity Type Entity Type

Mississippi College is a non-profit higher education institution.


Mississippi College's Campus Setting Campus Setting

This institution's main campus is located in a Suburban setting.


Mississippi College's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a Semesters type of academic calendar.


Mississippi College is Christian-Baptist Religious Affiliation

Mississippi College has a Christian-Baptist affiliation (Southern Baptist Convention - www.sbc.net).


Carnegie Classification

Introduction

The Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education is a framework for categorizing colleges and universities in the United States...


The classification was first created by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching in 1970, and it has been updated periodically since then. The Carnegie Classification is based on a set of criteria, such as the level and types of degrees offered, research activity and enrollment size. Institutions are classified into one of several categories based on these criteria, ranging from "doctoral universities" with very high research activity to "special focus institutions" that primarily award degrees in a specific field, such as the arts or health professions. The classification allows for quick comparisons between institutions within and across categories.

Carnegie Classification

uniRank provides below the official Mississippi College's Carnegie classification.

Basic Classification Doctoral/Professional Universities
Size & Setting Four-year, medium, highly residential institution
Enrollment Profile Majority undergraduate
Undergraduate Profile Four-year, full-time, selective, higher transfer-in institution
Undergraduate Instructional Program Professions plus arts & sciences, some graduate coexistence
Graduate Instructional Program Research Doctoral: Professional-dominant

Facilities and Services

Introduction

What are the most common University facilities and services? Read our two guide articles about University Facilities and University Services to learn more.


University Facilities

uniRank provides below an overview of Mississippi College's main facilities:


Mississippi College's Library University Library

This institution has a physical Library. Visit Mississippi College's Library

Mississippi College's library does not have any external branch. The library collection is comprised of both physical (i.e. books, medium, etc.) and digital/electronic items. In 2021 the library reported 172,032 physical volumes, 7,060 physical media, 86,998 digital/electronic media and 50 licensed digital/electronic databases. The library is managed by a total number of 15 full-time employees, including 5 librarians. Mississippi College's library has a total library expenditure greater than $100,000 per year. Source: IPDES.

Mississippi College's Housing University Housing

This institution provides housing services such as on-campus residences or dormitories.

In particular, the Mississippi College provides on-campus housing and the total dormitory capacity, whether on or off campus, was about 1,597 students in the 2021 academic year. Source: IPDES.

Mississippi College's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

This institution features sporting facilities and organizes sports activities for its students.



University Services

uniRank provides below an overview of Mississippi College's main services:


Mississippi College's Financial Aid Financial Aid

This institution offers one or more of the following financial aid for eligible students: scholarships, grants, loans, tuition waivers, emergency financial aid etc.

Mississippi College's Study Abroad Study Abroad

This institution offers study abroad and exchange program opportunities for its students.

Mississippi College's Distance Learning Distance Learning

This institution provides a distance learning mode for certain programs or courses.

In particular, this institution offers some programs fully via distance education at the undergraduate level and at the graduate level. Source: IPDES.

Mississippi College's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

This institution offers students academic guidance and support to assist them in their academic pursuits.

Mississippi College's Career Services Career Services

This institution offers career counseling, career assessments, job and internship postings, career events, alumni networking or other career-related services to assist students transition successfully from academic life to professional life.


Recognition and Accreditation

Introduction

There are different types of legal recognition and quality assessment of higher education institutions around the world, depending on the country and its legal and higher education system... read our article about university accreditation and recognition to learn more.


Mississippi College's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Mississippi College is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

1922


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Mississippi College's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs
  • Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant
  • American Bar Association, Council of the Section of Legal Education and Admissions to the Bar
  • American Chemical Society
  • Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education
  • Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs
  • Council for Interior Design Accreditation
  • Council on Social Work Education, Board of Accreditation
  • Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET
  • National Association of Schools of Music, Commission on Accreditation
  • National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education


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Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

University memberships and affiliations to external organizations can be important for several reasons... read our article about university affiliations and memberships to learn more.


Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Mississippi College's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • Council for Christian Colleges and Universities (CCCU)
  • National Athletic Association (NAA)
  • National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)

Academic Structure

Introduction

Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of fields of study and disciplines a University focuses on and the institution's level of specialization. Comprehensive or Generalist Universities typically offer a wide range of academic programs and have many academic divisions and subdivisions across different disciplines, while Specialized Universities tend to focus on a narrower range of programs within a specific field or industry and have fewer academic divisions and a simplified organizational structure. Read our guide article "Understanding Academic Divisions in Universities - Colleges, Faculties, Schools" to learn more about academic divisions and typical university organizational structures.


Academic Structure

uniRank shows a structural diagram of the first-level academic divisions of the Mississippi College 's organizational structure; feel free to submit any relevant missing division.


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Social Media

Introduction

Social media can be a powerful tool for Universities to communicate with current students, alumni, faculty, staff and the wider community. But how can social media be important for prospective students? Read our article about the importance of Social Media for universities and prospective students to learn more.


Social Media

uniRank publishes brief reviews, rankings and metrics of some Mississippi College's social media channels as a starting point for comparison and an additional selection tool for potential applicants.


Facebook Facebook

Mississippi College's Facebook page Mississippi College's official Facebook page

Twitter X (Twitter)

Mississippi College's X (formerly Twitter) page Mississippi College's official Twitter page

YouTube YouTube

Mississippi College's YouTube channel Mississippi College's official YouTube channel

Instagram Instagram

Mississippi College's Instagram page Mississippi College's official Instagram channel

LinkedIn LinkedIn

Mississippi College's main LinkedIn profile

TikTok TikTok

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