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Mississippi Valley State University (MVSU)

14000 Highway 82 West, Itta Bena, MS 38941

Overview

  • OPEID/FAFSA College Code: 00242400
  • President: Donna H. Oliver
  • Fax: (662) 254-6709
  • Type: Public, 4-Year or Above
  • Calendar System: Semester
  • Highest Degree: Master's
  • Local Area: Remote Town
  • Student Enrollment: 2,636
  • College Alias: MVSU
  • College Mascot: Delta Devils

Mississippi Valley State University

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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
  • Weekend / Evening Classes Available
  • ROTC

    • - Army

Website:

www.mvsu.edu

Mission Statement

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Campus Map

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Governing System

  • Mississippi Institutions of Higher Learning

Accreditation

  • Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Colleges

Facilities and Programs Offered

  • Library Available
  • Historically Black College

College Carnegie Classifications

  • Basic Classification
    • - Masters Colleges and Universities (Medium Programs)
  • Undergraduate Classification
    • - Professions Focus, Some Graduate Coexistence
  • Graduate Classification
    • - Postbaccalaureate with Arts & Sciences (Other Dominant Fields)
  • Undergraduate Profile Classification
    • - Full-Time Four-Year, Inclusive
  • Enrollment Classification
    • - Very High Undergraduate
  • Size Classification
    • - Small Four-Year, Primarily Residential

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 Valley State University directly to learn more about what is currently being offered.

Biological and Biomedical Sciences

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Bioinformatics Degree-5
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Biology Degree17-
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Business and Marketing Studies

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Accounting Degree11-
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Business Administration Degree476
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Office Management Degree12-
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Communications and Journalism

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Public Relations Degree13-
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Computer and Information Sciences

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Computer Degree1-
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Education

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Elementary Education Degree83
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English and Language Arts Teacher Education Degree--
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Kindergarten and Preschool Education Degree46-
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Mathematics Teacher Education Degree4-
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Music Teacher Education Degree2-
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Physical Education Degree29-
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Social Science Teacher Education Degree--
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Special Education Teaching Degree-4
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Teacher Education, Multiple Levels Degree-22
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Teacher and Professional Development, Other Degree--
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Engineering Technology

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Industrial Technology Degree4-
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English Language and Literature

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English Language and Literature Degree2-
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Rhetoric and Composition Degree10-
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Health and Clinical Professions

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Environmental Health Degree-4
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History

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History Degree9-
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Mathematics and Statistics

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Mathematics Degree2-
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Physical Sciences

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Chemistry Degree4-
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Public Administration and Social Services

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Human Services Degree-20
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Public Administration Degree25
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Social Work Degree56-
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Security and Protective Services

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Criminal Justice Degree17-
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Law Enforcement Administration Degree-33
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Social Sciences

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Political Science Degree2-
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Sociology Degree5-
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Visual and Performing Arts

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Music Degree2-
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Music Management and Merchandising Degree--
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Visual and Performing Arts Degree--
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Admissions

Disclaimer

The admissions information is provided for informational purposes only and does not represent current or future admissions policy.

Admissions Quick Facts

Admissions Summary

Prospective students should view the admission and application details below to get a better idea of the candidates MVSU accepts. Some of the details provided may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, a range of SAT/ACT scores of accepted students, as well as any college credits that may be accepted. This information can be used to get a better idea of your chances of getting into MVSU.

Also, make sure to visit the admissions office webpage (http://www.mvsu.edu), where you can learn more about any additional application requirements and deadlines.

The MVSU admissions office phone number is (662) 254-3344. This is the last updated number we have on file, please contact us if incorrect.

You can also apply online here: http://sutton2.mvsu.edu:7800

Admissions Links

College Credits Accepted

  • Dual Credit
  • Life Experience Credit
  • AP Credit

Considerations for Admission

  • High School or Secondary School GPA
    • - Required
  • High School or Secondary School Rank
    • - Required
  • High School or Secondary School Record
    • - Required
  • College Preparatory Program Completion
    • - Required
  • Admission Test Scores (SAT ®, ACT ®, ...)
    • - Required
  • TOEFL
    • - Required

Undergraduate Admissions Fall 2011

 MaleFemaleTotal
Number of Applicants1,8232,4554,278
Number Granted Admission (%)264 (14%)426 (17%)690 (16%)
Number Admitted Who Enrolled (%)155 (59%)173 (41%)328 (48%)

Enrolled Students Submitting Test Scores Fall 2011

 NumberPercent (%)
SAT ® Exam--
ACT ® Exam32799%

SAT Scores for Accepted Students Fall 2011

 25th Percentile75th Percentile
SAT ® Critical Reading--
SAT ® Math--
SAT ® Writing--

ACT Scores for Accepted Students Fall 2011

 25th Percentile75th Percentile
ACT ® Composite1519
ACT ® English1419
ACT ® Math1518

Enrollment Data

Overall Student Enrollment

  • Total Student Enrollment: 2,636

    • - Undergraduate: 2,210

    - Graduate: 426

Student Gender

  • Total Student Gender

    • - Male: 1,001

    - Female: 1,849

    - Ratio of Men to Women: 0.5 : 1

  • Undergraduate Gender

    • - Male: 913

    - Female: 1,521

    - Ratio of Men to Women: 0.6 : 1

  • Graduate Gender

    • - Male: 88

    - Female: 328

    - Ratio of Men to Women: 0.3 : 1

Student Attendance

  • Total Student Attendance

    • - Full-Time: 2,308

    - Part-Time: 542

  • Undergraduate Attendance

    • - Full-Time: 2,194

    - Part-Time: 240

  • Graduate Attendance

    • - Full-Time: 114

    - Part-Time: 302

Student Race Breakdown

 NumberPercent
Non-Resident Alien--
American Indian10.04%
Black2,43592%
Asian40.2%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander--
Hispanic180.7%
White984%
Unknown803%

Student Age Breakdown

 NumberPercent
Age Under 18482%
Ages 18-1949517%
Ages 20-2159021%
Ages 22-2451618%
Ages 25-2937013%
Ages 30-342649%
Ages 35-391907%
Ages 40-492619%
Ages 50-651124%
Age Over 6520.07%
Age Unknown20.07%

Graduation Rates

Disclaimer

The data listed below is for informational purposes only. Although graduation, transfer, and retention rates should be included in determining the performance of a school, it is only one of many factors to consider and may not provide a clear representation of the school's performance. These figures are based on a cohort or subset of students.

Graduation and Retention Rates Quick Facts

Retention Rates

The retention rate figures represent the percentage of first time students (full-time or part-time) that complete the first year and return the following year.

  • Full-Time Students: 63%
  • Part-Time Students: 20%

Overall Graduation Rates

 (%) of Entering Class
All Students24%

Graduation Rates By Gender

 (%) of Entering Class
Male20%
Female28%

Graduation Rates By Race

 (%) of Entering Class
Black23%
Hispanic100%
White28%
Unknown37%

Graduation Rates By Number of Years to Graduate

 (%) of Entering Class
4 Years or Less11%
5 Years21%
6 Years24%

Tuition & Fees

Disclaimer:

The figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future tuition, fees, and expenses.

Tuition and Fees Quick Facts

Alternative Tuition Plans Offered

    To get a personalized estimate for the cost of attending Mississippi Valley State University, visit their online calculator by clicking the following link: http://www.mvsu.edu

    Estimated Cost of Attendance or "Net Price" for Full-Time Beginning Students

    The "Net Price" figures apply to undergraduate students beginning full-time enrollment who have paid the in-state/district tuition and were awarded grants or scholarships.

     2010-112009-102008-09
    Average Net Price$9,180$8,854$9,220
    $0 - $30,000$9,101$10,579$7,074
    $30,000 - $48,000$9,810-$8,526

    Undergraduate Student Tuition, Fees, and Expenses

    2011-122010-112009-10
    In-District Tuition and Fees$5,307$4,831$4,877
    In-State Tuition and Fees$5,307$4,831$4,877
    Out of State Tuition and Fees$5,307$4,831$4,877
    Books and Supplies$1,400$1,400$1,400

    Undergraduate Housing Expenses

    2011-122010-112009-10
    On Campus
    Room and Board$6,200$5,537$5,081
    Other Expenses$4,400$4,400$4,400
    Off Campus
    Room and Board$6,200$5,537$5,081
    Other Expenses$4,400$4,400$4,400
    Off Campus with Family
    Other Expenses$4,400$4,400$4,400

    Undergraduate Total Expenses

    2011-122010-112009-10
    On Campus
    In-District$17,307$16,168$15,758
    In-State$17,307$16,168$15,758
    Out of State$17,307$16,168$15,758
    Off Campus
    In-District$17,307$16,168$15,758
    In-State$17,307$16,168$15,758
    Out of State$17,307$16,168$15,758
    Off Campus with Family
    In-District$11,107$10,631$10,677
    In-State$11,107$10,631$10,677
    Out of State$11,107$10,631$10,677

    Financial Aid

    Disclaimer

    The figures listed below are for informational purposes only and does not represent current or future financial aid details. Financial aid is available for those who qualify.

    Financial Aid Quick Facts

    Financial Aid Office Phone Number

    The MVSU financial aid office phone number is (662) 254-3338. This is the most up to date contact information we have, please contact us if incorrect.

    Financial Aid Office Webpage

    MVSU Financial Aid Office

    Financial Aid Breakdown 2010-11

     # Receiving Aid% Receiving AidAverage Amount
    Any Financial Aid37398%-
    Any Grant or Scholarship Aid36195%$7,151
    All Federal Grants31984%$5,107
    Pell Grants31483%$4,443
    Other Federal Grants16343%$1,435
    State/Local Grants & Scholarships359%$2,822
    Institutional Grants & Scholarships14137%$6,054
    All Student Loans36496%$7,353
    Federal Student Loans36496%$7,353

    Federal Loans - Student Repayment Default Rates

    This table shows the number and percentage of students who received federal student loans but had problems paying them back. A high default rate may represent a lack of quality instruction or a poor hiring climate for graduates of a school.

     200920082007
    Default Rate (%)10.3%11.2%11.7%
    Number in Default109123142
    Number in Repayment1,0541,0931,210

    Housing & Meals

    Campus Housing Information - Room & Board

    • Are On-Campus Board or Meal Plans Provided?:

      • - Yes, the number of meals offered are based on the maximum meal plan provided.

    • Is Living On-Campus Required?:

      • - No

    On-Campus Dorms - Details

    • Total Dormatory Capacity: 1,313
    • Estimated Cost for On-Campus Dorm: $3,400

    On-Campus Board or Meal Plans - Details

    • Estimated Board or Meal Plan Costs: $2,800
    • Number of Meals Per Week Provided: 21

    Crime & Safety

    Arrests Made Per Year

    This table reports the number of arrests made per year that took place both on and off campus. These figures were reported by the institutions themselves and have not been subject to independent review.

     2010-112009-102008-09
    On Campus
    Weapons Related-41
    Drug Related-913
    Liquor Related-3-
    Residence Hall
    Weapons Related--1
    Drug Related-913

    Criminal Offenses Per Year

    This table reports the number of criminal charges per year that took place both on and off campus. These figures were reported by the institutions themselves and have not been subject to independent review.

     2010-112009-102008-09
    On Campus
    Forcible Rape--1
    Robbery343
    Aggravated Assault-1-
    Burglary191613
    Residence Hall
    Burglary191613

    Sports & Teams

    Athletic Associations

    • Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)

    NCAA or NAIA Conferences

    • College Football Conference: Southwestern Athletic Conference
    • College Basketball Conference: Southwestern Athletic Conference
    • College Baseball Conference: Southwestern Athletic Conference
    • College Track & Field Conference: Southwestern Athletic Conference

    Student Aid Amounts for Athletes

     TotalMen's TeamsWomen's Teams
    Total Aid$1,403,987$823,648$580,339
    Ratio (%)100%59%41%

    Sports and Players Breakdown

     TotalMen's TeamsWomen's Teams
    All Athletes265157108
    Unduplicated Athletes24014595
    Baseball3333-
    Basketball301515
    All Track Combined382018
    Football7878-
    Golf1156
    Soccer22-22
    Softball25-25
    Tennis1266
    Volleyball9-9
    Bowling7-7

    Coaches Salary Breakdown

     TotalMen's TeamsWomen's Teams
    Head Coaches-$40,453$22,602
    Assistant Coaches-$31,073$33,720

    Number of Coaches Per Team

     TotalMen's TeamsWomen's Teams
    All Coaches231310
    Baseball22-
    Head Coaches11-
    Assistant Coaches11-
    Basketball532
    Head Coaches211
    Assistant Coaches321
    All Track Combined211
    Head Coaches211
    Assistant Coaches---
    Football55-
    Head Coaches11-
    Assistant Coaches44-
    Golf211
    Head Coaches211
    Assistant Coaches---
    Soccer1-1
    Head Coaches1-1
    Assistant Coaches---
    Softball2-2
    Head Coaches1-1
    Assistant Coaches1-1
    Tennis211
    Head Coaches211
    Assistant Coaches---
    Volleyball1-1
    Head Coaches1-1
    Assistant Coaches---
    Bowling1-1
    Head Coaches1-1
    Assistant Coaches---

    Faculty & Instructors

    Employee Type Breakdown

     TotalFull-TimePart-Time
    Total Employees56049961
    Faculty Status16313330
    Tenured Faculty5959-
    Graduate Assistants6-6
    Instruction, Research and/or Public Service16013030
    Primarily Instruction16013030
    Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial4646-
    Other Professionals13811919
    Technical and/or Paraprofessional21620412
    Clerical And Secretarial74695
    Skilled Crafts1313-
    Service and/or Maintenance105987

    Full-Time Faculty Average Salary Breakdown

     TotalMaleFemale
    9/10 Month Contract
    All Faculty$50,427 (105)$54,308 (50)$46,898 (55)
    Professor$64,905 (15)$63,971 (12)$68,641 (3)
    Associate Professor$54,360 (24)$57,103 (13)$51,119 (11)
    Assistant Professor$47,940 (48)$49,616 (21)$46,637 (27)
    Instructor$39,747 (18)$40,876 (4)$39,424 (14)
    11/12 Month Contract
    All Faculty$66,573 (25)$64,361 (17)$71,273 (8)
    Professor$81,848 (5)$80,646 (3)$83,652 (2)
    Associate Professor$72,202 (9)$71,843 (6)$72,920 (3)
    Assistant Professor$62,173 (6)$58,480 (4)$69,559 (2)
    Instructor$46,444 (5)$46,805 (4)$45,000 (1)
    Equated 9 Month Contract
    All Faculty$51,204 (130)$53,890 (67)$48,348 (63)
    Professor$65,421 (20)$64,373 (15)$68,562 (5)
    Associate Professor$55,646 (33)$57,633 (19)$52,950 (14)
    Assistant Professor$48,266 (54)$49,333 (25)$47,346 (29)
    Instructor$39,367 (23)$39,586 (8)$39,250 (15)
    *Not all of the programs above may be offered
    Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2011: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.
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