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Overview<\/h2>\n

The University of Mississippi, commonly known as \u201cOle\u202fMiss,\u201d is a distinguished public research university founded in 1844 and located in Lafayette County, Mississippi. As the oldest public university in the state and its largest by enrollment (around\u202f24,700 students in 2023\u201324), Ole\u202fMiss is known for its rigorous academic programs, rich cultural heritage, and strong community connections. The university is designated as an R1 institution (\u201cvery high research activity\u201d) and plays a key role in programs such as the National Sea Grant and Space Grant initiatives. Academic strengths include liberal arts, journalism, pharmacy, engineering, business, and health sciences. Its campus is noted for historic landmarks like the Lyceum and is affiliated with writer William Faulkner. Ole Miss also operates the only FDA\u2011approved federally contracted cannabis research facility in the U.S.<\/p>\n

2. General Information<\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
University Name<\/td>\nUniversity of Mississippi (Ole\u00a0Miss)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Location<\/td>\nOxford, Mississippi, USA<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Founded<\/td>\n1844<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Type<\/td>\nPublic Research University<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Student Population<\/td>\n\u2248\u200924,700 (2023\u201324)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Campus Size<\/td>\n\u2248\u20093,500\u00a0acres<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

3. Fee Structure<\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n\n
In-State Total Cost<\/td>\n\u2248\u202f$35,542\/year<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Out-of-State Total Cost<\/td>\n\u2248\u202f$55,702\/year<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Undergraduate Tuition (residents)<\/td>\n\u2248\u202f$9,990\/year<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

4. Academic Programs<\/h2>\n
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  • Liberal Arts & Sciences<\/li>\n
  • Journalism and Media<\/li>\n
  • Pharmacy & Health Sciences<\/li>\n
  • Engineering<\/li>\n
  • Business & Accountancy<\/li>\n
  • Law & Public Policy<\/li>\n
  • Agriculture & Environmental Sciences<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    5. Facilities<\/h2>\n
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    • National Center for Natural Products Research<\/li>\n
    • Center for the Study of Southern Culture<\/li>\n
    • Modern research laboratories<\/li>\n
    • Libraries and performance spaces<\/li>\n
    • Athletic stadiums and recreation centers<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

      6. Accommodation<\/h2>\n
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      • On-campus residence halls<\/li>\n
      • University-managed apartments<\/li>\n
      • Meal plans available<\/li>\n
      • Study lounges and support services<\/li>\n
      • Family and graduate housing<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

        7. Contact Information<\/h2>\n
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        • Email:<\/strong> admissions@olemiss.edu<\/li>\n
        • Phone:<\/strong> +1\u00a0662\u2011915\u20117211<\/li>\n
        • Address:<\/strong> Oxford, Mississippi, USA<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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