Mississippi State University Online
Highlights
- Some competency-based learning
- Awards credit for life experiences
- Awards credit for military training
Overview
Mississippi State University (MSU), a land-grant, sea-grant, space-grant university established in 1878, offers a comprehensive range of undergraduate and graduate programs. Known as a globally aware university, MSU delivers programs of research, teaching and service. Through its Center for Distance Education, students can pursue a number of undergraduate, graduate and doctoral degrees and certificates with flexibility – allowing them the opportunity to earn their degree and fulfill personal and professional commitments. Online courses follow same calendar as on-campus courses, and MSU provides online students with support services.
- Ranked #1 among The Best Online Colleges in Mississippi
- Ranked #49 among The Best Online Colleges in the U.S. for 2018
Mississippi State University Online Degrees
Mississippi State University's Accreditation, Approvals, Tuition & Admissions Info
Accreditation
Mississippi State University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Colleges.
Tuition
Undergraduate tuition -- $319.75 / $319.75
Graduate tuition -- $426.25 / $426.25
Admissions and Transfer Info
Mississippi State University's admission prerequisites and application requirements vary by program.
Freshman applicants must submit high school transcripts and SAT or ACT scores.
International applicants also must provide proof of English language proficiency, such as TOEFL or IELTS scores.
Transfer students must have completed 30 hours of core courses, hold an associate degree from a regionally accredited college or university or meet the requirements for entering freshmen.
Graduate applicants must submit official transcripts. Depending on the specific program, applicants also should submit letters of recommendation, GRE/GMAT scores, a resume/curriculum vitae, and a statement of purpose.
School Profile
- Accreditation: Regional (Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Colleges)
- Region: Southeast
- Retention Rate: 80%
- Requires SAT or ACT: SAT or ACT
- Public/Private: Public
- Acceptance Rate: 56%
- Graduation Rate: 60%
- Cost Per Credit (In-State/Out-of-State): Undergrad: $319.75 / $319.75
Grad: $426.25 / $426.25 - Address: Lee Boulevard, Starkville, MS 39762 USA
Other Statistics
- Student population: About 21,600
- Student-to-faculty ratio: 20 to 1
- Percentage receiving grant or scholarship aid: 94%
Online Degrees at Mississippi State University
Significant Mississippi State University online degree rankings:
#1 Best Online College in Mississippi
#49 for the Best Online College in the U.S. for 2018
Liberal Arts & Humanities
Bachelor Degrees
Interdisciplinary Studies
Certificates
Veterans' Certificate Program
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Business & Management
Master Degrees
Master of Business Administration - Ranked #29
Master of Business Administration - Project Management -Ranked #4
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Computers & Technology
Master Degrees
Computational Engineering
Information Systems
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Nursing & Healthcare
Master Degrees
Food Science, Nutrition, & Health Promotion with a concentration in Health Promotion
Certificates
Vision Specialist in Vocational Rehabilitation Certificate
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Science
Bachelor Degrees
Geosciences with a concentration in Broadcast and Operational Meteorology
Forestry
General Biology
Geosciences
Environmental Geosciences
Teachers in Geosciences
Certificates
Aeronautical Meteorology Forecaster Certificate
Broadcast or Operational Meteorology Certificate
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Engineering
Master Degrees
Engineering
Aerospace Engineering
Civil Engineering
Computational Engineering
Electrical and Computer Engineering
Industrial Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Computational Engineering
Electrical and Computer Engineering
Engineering
Civil Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Industrial and Systems Engineering
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Education & Teaching
Bachelor Degrees
Elementary Education with concentrations in Early Childhood or Middle School
Teaching
Secondary Teacher Alternate Route
Special Education
Instructional Technology
Secondary Education
Workforce Education Leadership
Doctoral Degrees
Community College Leadership
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