Mississippi University for Women

OFFICE OF ADMISSIONS

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Why Study in the United States?

The USA Study Guide says: “The US hosts more international students than any other country in the world, a number fast approaching 600,000. In fact, international students comprise approximately 4% of the total undergraduate US university and US college population, and 10% for US graduate school. These international students from every continent in the world choose to study in the US because they believe that a US education would afford them the best preparation for their future.

Why study at MUW?

MUW offers:

  • a private college experience at an affordable cost.

  • a student population of approximately 2,400 students, male and female

  • a very diverse international population with students from all over the world including: Kenya, Venezuela, Japan, India, and Vietnam

  • more than 50 academic programs spanning four academic colleges and the Culinary Arts Institute.

  • a 12 to 1 student to teacher ratio and an average class size of 20 students

  • more than 75 student organizations and enjoy an exciting range of recreation and fitness options, films, plays, concerts, art exhibits, and lectures

  • a community that offers an amazing level of personal support.

MUW is known as one of the most academically distinguished universities in the southeastern United States with such outstanding rankings as the 53rd out of the top 100 public colleges in America by Kiplinger’s Personal Finance Magazine and the 9th Best Value of Southern Public Master’s universities by the U.S. News and World Report for 2007.

Part of Mississippi University for Women's mission is to “develop a greater understanding of self and the world.” With 40 students from 24 countries, MUW is committed to providing a truly international community, one that is becoming larger and more diverse each year. The Office of International Programs assists international students with their individual needs and develops programs to help international students gain a more complete cultural experience while studying and living here.

If you're intested in applying to MUW or if you have further questions about international admissions, please email us at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

Kevin Patrick
Coordinator of International Student Services
Mississippi University for Women
1100 College Street MUW-1626
Columbus, MS 39701-5800, U.S.A