Mississippi State University
Mississippi State, Mississippi · Public
Mississippi State University admitted 84% of 27,333 applicants (Common Data Set 2025-2026). First-year students who sent the SAT scored 1000–1230 in the middle half. Test scores are optional. 63% of students graduate within six years.
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Application deadlines
Mississippi State University’s first-year deadlines for 2026–27 on the Common App:
- Regular decision
- Rolling admission
The application fee is $50 ($60 for international applicants), and Mississippi State University accepts the Common App fee waiver for U.S. applicants only.
Deadlines end at 11:59 p.m. in your own time zone. From Common App’s requirements grid, updated September 25, 2026. Check Mississippi State University’s admissions site before you submit. See every college’s deadlines or early decision vs. early action.
Early decision and early action
Mississippi State University doesn’t report an early decision or early action round.
What admissions weighs
How Mississippi State University rates each part of an application, from its Common Data Set.
Very important
- GPA
Important
- Class rank
Considered
- Course rigor
- Test scores
Not considered
- Essay
- Recommendations
- Interview
- Activities
- Talent or ability
- Character
- First generation
- Legacy
- Where you live
- State residency
- Religion
- Volunteering
- Work experience
- Showing interest
High school GPA
First-year students averaged a 3.74 GPA. 24% of those who reported a class rank were in the top 10% of their class.
Some colleges report weighted GPAs, so compare loosely.
What it costs
Full price with housing is $29,454 in-state and $46,219 out-of-state a year. After grants, students paid $16,480 on average (in-state).
Average price after grants, by family income, for in-state students:
Quick answers
What is Mississippi State University’s acceptance rate?
Mississippi State University admitted 84% of applicants: 22,858 of 27,333 (Common Data Set 2025-2026).
When is Mississippi State University’s application deadline?
Mississippi State University uses rolling admission for 2026–27 and has no early round on the Common App, so applying early in the fall gives you the best shot at open spots and aid.
What SAT score do you need for Mississippi State University?
The middle half of admitted students who sent the SAT scored 1000 to 1230, with a median around 1110. A score at or above 1110 puts you in the top half of admitted students who sent one.
How much is Mississippi State University’s application fee?
The application fee is $50 ($60 for international applicants) for 2026–27, and Mississippi State University accepts the Common App fee waiver for U.S. applicants only.
Does Mississippi State University have supplemental essays?
No. Mississippi State University doesn’t ask for a supplemental essay or the Common App personal essay for 2026–27.
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