Acceptance Rate
43%
Avg. SAT
1150
75th percentile
“Mississippi's intimate liberal arts college where small classes foster deep faculty connections amid Southern oaks.”
Jackson, MS
Location
Midsize City
Campus Setting
Millsaps College opened its doors in 1890 in Jackson, Mississippi's capital, thanks to a $50,000 donation from Major Reuben Webster Millsaps, a Methodist businessman and Confederate veteran who envisioned a rigorous Christian-affiliated but non-sectarian school. With just 748 undergraduates, it draws students who crave personalized attention and a close-knit community over sprawling campuses. You will find professors who know your name from day one, and the school's personality shines through in its emphasis on honor, ethics, and Southern hospitality.
The campus sits in a leafy residential neighborhood on the edge of downtown Jackson, blending quiet green spaces with easy access to the city's museums and music venues. Students who thrive here value meaningful discussions and regional roots, often from the South, but the small size means fewer peers for niche interests and a social circle that forms quickly. Tradeoffs include Jackson's hot, humid summers that keep many indoors during breaks and a higher tuition typical of private liberal arts schools without massive endowments.
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Millsaps delivers liberal arts education through small seminars and discussion-based classes, where you debate ideas directly with professors rather than listening to lectures in huge halls. The Else School of Management stands out for its focus on ethical leadership, while neuroscience, biology, and chemistry draw students into hands-on labs and undergrad research projects. You can expect collaborative learning that builds close mentorships, though the limited enrollment restricts options in highly specialized fields like engineering.
European Studies and classic liberal arts majors encourage interdisciplinary thinking, with study abroad programs that send students to Europe and beyond. Introductory courses stay intimate, but popular majors like business fill up fast, requiring solid planning from freshmen.
Student Body
Total Enrollment
549 undergrad • 44 grad
Undergraduate
Graduate
International
White
57%
Black / African American
27%
Hispanic / Latino
4%
Asian
3%
Other / Multi-racial
8%
Campus Life
Campus Setting
Jackson, MS
Varsity Athletics
NCAA Athletics
Campus life revolves around a friendly, involved community where traditions like the weekly vespers service and Millsaps Week—a spring break of service and fun—build lasting bonds. Greek life engages about half the students, hosting formals and philanthropy events, while residence halls mix freshmen with upperclassmen for easy friendships. A typical week mixes classes, club meetings, and tailgates at Majors baseball games, with weekends spilling into Jackson's live music spots.
The vibe feels welcoming and low-pressure, but the small size means the social scene quiets down after big events, and off-campus housing in Jackson carries a moderate cost of living. Hot weather dominates from spring through fall, pushing activities indoors or to shaded quads lined with magnolias.
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Athletics
Athletic Association
Southern Athletic Association
ROTC & Veteran Support
Army
Yes
Navy
Yes
Air Force
Yes
Veteran’s Programs Available
Yellow Ribbon Program (Post-9/11 GI Bill)
Yes
Dedicated point of contact for veteran support services
Yes
Member of DoD Voluntary Educational Partnership MOU
Yes
Cost & Aid
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Out-of-State Tuition
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Students Receiving Aid
Receiving Pell Grants
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Net Annual Cost by Household Income
Household Income
Avg. Net Cost
$0 – $30K
$17,681
$30K – $48K
$20,123
$48K – $75K
$24,490
$75K – $110K
$27,133
$110K+
$28,090
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Outcomes & Earnings
Retention Rate
58%
4 Years Graduation Rate
67%
6 Years Graduation Rate
68%
Median 10-Year Earnings
$53,848
58% of first-time, full-time students complete their freshman year at Millsaps College and return in the fall. 67% of first-time, full-time students graduate in 4 years, and 68% graduate within 6 years.
Graduation Rate
4-year grads
67%
4-5 years
1%
6-8 years
10%
Non-grad
22%
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Key Statistics
Type
Private
Tuition
$40,940
Acceptance
43%
Undergrads
549
4-Year Grad Rate
67%
Endowment
$110M
Jackson, MS 39210-0001
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