Mississippi University for Women (MUW)
Overview
- OPEID/FAFSA College Code: 00242200
- Interim President: Allegra Brigham
- Fax: (662) 329-7297
- Type: Public, 4-Year or Above
- Calendar System: Semester
- Highest Degree: Master's
- Local Area: Remote Town
- Student Enrollment: 2,587
- College Alias: MUW
- College Mascot: Blues
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About
Mississippi University for Women also referred to as MUW or The W, is located in Columbus, Mississippi, and was established in 1884. Originally known as the Industrial Institute and College, the school was the first public institution established for women in the US. The school was renamed Mississippi State College for Women in 1920, to better indicate the role of the school and its purpose. In 1974 all state colleges operating in Mississippi were renamed as universities, including MUW which received its current name and an expansion into graduate level studies. The school has offered enrollment for men since 1982.
Academics
MUW is a public four year institution that offers educational opportunities for both women and men, but places a continued emphasis on the betterment and education for women. The school offers bachelor's degrees in a variety of majors, requiring the completion of upper and lower division courses, general education courses and electives in order to develop a complete curriculum. Additionally, the school offers graduate level studies which require applying and admission to specific programs, as well as excellent graduate level test scores, a completed undergraduate degree, and strong academic record.
Programs offered include:
Admissions and Financial Aid
Individuals interested in enrollment at MUW should submit an application along with transcripts, test scores, and letters of recommendation which will be reviewed by committee, after which a decision regarding admission will be made. All decisions will be based on the quality of the application and the merits of the applicant, and after the decision is reached the applicant will be notified. If admitted, the student will receive information regarding reparation for entry into the school. Fianncial aid is available in the form of loans, grants and scholarships which are awarded based on the level of need as determined by an applicant's Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).
Student Services Offered
- Remedial Services
- Academic or Career Counseling Services
- Employment Services
- Placement Assistance For Graduates
- On-Campus Day Care Available
Special Learning Opportunities
- Distance Learning
- Study Abroad
- Weekend / Evening Classes Available
- Teaching K-12 Certification Offered
- ROTC
- Can Complete Preparation With Specialization
- State Approved for Certification
- Army
- Air Force
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Mission Statement
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Campus Map
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- Mississippi Institutions of Higher Learning
Accreditation
- Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Colleges
Facilities and Programs Offered
- Library Available
College Carnegie Classifications
- Basic Classification
- Undergraduate Classification
- Graduate Classification
- Undergraduate Profile Classification
- Enrollment Classification
- Size Classification
Degrees & Programs
Awarded Student Degrees and Programs
The following is not a comprehensive or current list of degrees or programs offered. The table below details the number of degrees or certificates that were awarded in the 2010-11 school year to graduates broken down by degree or major type. Please contact Mississippi University for Women directly to learn more about what is currently being offered.
Biological and Biomedical Sciences
| Associate | Bachelor | Master | More Actions | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biology Degree | - | 10 | - | |
| Medical Microbiology and Bacteriology Degree | - | 2 | - |
Business and Marketing Studies
| Associate | Bachelor | Master | More Actions | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Accounting Degree | - | 13 | - | |
| Business Administration Degree | - | 39 | - |
Communications and Journalism
| Associate | Bachelor | Master | More Actions | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Communications Degree | - | 10 | - |
Education
| Associate | Bachelor | Master | More Actions | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Art Teacher Education Degree | - | 1 | - | |
| Curriculum and Instruction Degree | - | - | 2 | |
| Education Administration Degree | - | - | 8 | |
| Education, Teaching of the Gifted and Talented Degree | - | - | 6 | |
| Elementary Education Degree | - | 50 | - | |
| Health Teacher Education Degree | - | - | 15 | |
| Reading Teacher Education Degree | - | - | 1 | |
| Secondary Education Degree | - | - | 9 |
English Language and Literature
| Associate | Bachelor | Master | More Actions | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| English Language and Literature Degree | - | 9 | - |
Family and Consumer Sciences
| Associate | Bachelor | Master | More Actions | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Family Systems Degree | - | 4 | - |
Foreign Languages and Literature
| Associate | Bachelor | Master | More Actions | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spanish Language and Literature Degree | - | 3 | - |
Health and Clinical Professions
| Associate | Bachelor | Master | More Actions | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nursing Degree | 54 | 142 | 40 | |
| Speech and Language Pathology Degree | - | 20 | 12 |
History
| Associate | Bachelor | Master | More Actions | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| History Degree | - | 8 | - |
Legal Professions and Studies
| Associate | Bachelor | Master | More Actions | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paralegal Degree | - | 9 | - |
Liberal Arts and Sciences
| Associate | Bachelor | Master | More Actions | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts Degree | - | 50 | - |
Mathematics and Statistics
| Associate | Bachelor | Master | More Actions | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mathematics Degree | - | 2 | - |
Personal and Culinary Services
| Associate | Bachelor | Master | More Actions | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Culinary Arts, Other Degree | - | 18 | - |
Physical Sciences
| Associate | Bachelor | Master | More Actions | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chemistry Degree | - | 5 | - | |
| Physical Sciences Degree | - | - | - |
Psychology
| Associate | Bachelor | Master | More Actions | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Psychology Degree | - | 24 | - |
Recreation and Fitness Studies
| Associate | Bachelor | Master | More Actions | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health and Physical Education Degree | - | 21 | - |
Social Sciences
| Associate | Bachelor | Master | More Actions | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Political Science Degree | - | 1 | - | |
| Social Sciences Degree | - | 2 | - |
Visual and Performing Arts
| Associate | Bachelor | Master | More Actions | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Music Degree | - | 3 | - | |
| Visual and Performing Arts Degree | - | 14 | - |