Millsaps College provides an ideal atmosphere for learning, with one teacher for every 10 students and an average class size of 15. Associated with the United Methodist Church, and located on 100 beautiful acres in the heart of Mississippi's capital of Jackson - a progressive southern city of nearly half a million population - Millsaps is home to nearly 1,100 students from 27 states and 24 countries. Our students have intellectual firepower, and know they will be taught by faculty who are as serious about learning as they are.
Admission Requirements & Details
The admissions information below may give an overview of the candidates Millsaps accepts. The details may include application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP college credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- AP Course Credits
Student Enrollment
Total enrollment at Millsaps College is around 810 students, with undergraduate students making up about 94% of the total student population and graduate students making up the rest.
Estimated Costs & Financial Aid
The items listed below are for informational purposes only and may not represent current tuition, fees, and expenses.
Tuition & Fees Information
- Tuition is estimated to be around $37,000 per year for in-state and nonresident students
- The estimated tuition for part time students is around $1,000 to $1,200 per unit
Financial Aid Details
The information below lists the financial aid types students are receiving. Also shown are the percent of students receiving aid and the average amount of aid per student per year.
| Percent of Students | Average Amount | |
|---|---|---|
| Any Financial Aid | 99% | - |
| Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 99% | $26,041 |
| Receiving Student Loans | 59% | $6,941 |
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To support students and graduates, Millsaps College may provide services to students like those listed below:- Night and weekend classes available
- Career path counseling
- Work study style employment
- Assistance to find work
Graduation Rates
Millsaps College has an overall graduation rate which is close to 63%.
| Number of Year to Graduate | Percent of Entering Class |
|---|---|
| Students Graduating in 4 Years | 59% |
| Graduating in 5 Years | 4% |
| Graduating in 6 Years | 0.3% |
Specialized Programs & Accreditations
- Elementary and Secondary School Teacher Education Program
- * Accredited by the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education (since 1991)
Intercollegiate Athletics
Millsaps College is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports belonging to the NCAA Division III (with football) classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Baseball (368)
- Basketball (368)
- Football (368)
- Golf
- Lacrosse
- Soccer
- Softball
- Tennis
- Track and Field, Outdoor
- Track and Field, X-Country
- Volleyball
Programs Offered
The program list below is organized by areas of study. The programs that have a link will direct you to the program's profile page where you can learn more about education requirements and career pathways.
Get more information about the programs offered by Millsaps College by clicking the request information to the right.
(C) Certificate or Award | (A) Associate's | (B) Bachelor's | (M) Master's Degree | (D) Doctorate (PhD,...)
Biological and Biomedical Sciences
- Biology (B)
- Biochemistry (B)
- Neuroscience (B)
Business and Marketing Studies
- Business Administration (B, M)
- Accounting (B, M)
Communications and Journalism
- Communication and Journalism (B)
- Communication, General
Computer and Information Sciences
- Computer
Education
- Education (B)
English Language and Literature
Ethnic Cultural and Gender Studies
- Latin American Studies
- European Civilization Studies
Foreign Languages and Literature
- Classical Languages, Literatures and Linguistics (B)
- Spanish Language and Literature (B)
- French Language and Literature
History
- History (B)
Interdisciplinary Studies
Mathematics and Statistics
- Math (B)
- Applied Mathematics
Philosophy and Religious Studies
Physical Sciences
Psychology
- Psychology (B)
Public Administration and Social Services
Social Sciences
- Sociology (B)
- Political Science (B)
- Economics (B)
- Sociology and Anthropology
Visual and Performing Arts
- Visual and Performing Arts (B)
- Art History
- Music
- Fine Arts and Studio Arts
- Art Studies
- Drama and Theatre Arts
Other 4-Year Private Colleges
The list of schools below have been selected by researching which schools offer similar programs to Millsaps College.
- Alcorn State University in Alcorn State, MS (64 miles away)
- Mississippi Valley State University in Itta Bena, MS (84 miles away)
- Mississippi University for Women in Columbus, MS (130 miles away)
- Louisiana State University - Alexandria in Alexandria, LA (153 miles away)
- University of New Orleans in New Orleans, LA (158 miles away)
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Data Disclaimer
Information displayed on this page has been obtained from Institution, State, and Federal data sources, including the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) Survey 2010-2016. Information should be solely used for informational purposes only and may not be accurate for the current year. Contact Millsaps College for official up-to-date information.