Our classes are small and our students are treated as individuals and as part of a caring community. Interaction with faculty members through classroom, laboratory, and research experiences prepares students to be productive members of society. Students are well prepared to enter the classroom as teachers, continue on for graduate degrees, enter professional programs, or find suitable employment. Strong communication, technology, and critical thinking skills allow for continued personal and intellectual growth upon graduation.
Faculty members at The W are committed to undergraduate teaching and research. They know their students by name, are aware of strengths and weaknesses of each student, and provide mentoring and encouragement to assist students in fully developing their knowledge and skills. All lecture and laboratory courses from freshman through senior level courses are taught by faculty members and are small enough to provide a personalized learning environment.
Science and mathematics study has been at the core of The W since the university was founded in the 19th century. Alumnae and alumni from The W have gone on to pursue careers with major universities, government agencies, and local school districts. Our graduates have forged scientific advances in healthcare, calculated trajectories of missions to space, and developed generations of STEM students.
The university was founded in 1884 with the purpose of educating the under-served populations of Mississippi, and it is a tradition we strongly believe in to this day. The W consistently ranks as one of the best public universities in the Southeast according to U.S. News & World Report and Washington Monthly. Our commitment to an affordable education means we have one of the lowest tuition rates in the region.
Cost shouldn't be a barrier. At The W it won't be. We believe that the cost of a college education should not be a deterrent to your pursuit of earning a bachelor's degree. The W has kept tuition among the lowest in the Southeast. We offer that same low tuition to residents of every state, and a range of scholarships, and grants to help you pay for your education.
See for yourself! Our Net Price Calculators can tell you what you can expect to pay in tuition and the scholarships you are eligible to receive.
We know college is not just about academics. Here at The W, it's easy to find a fit in one of more than 70 student organizations. You can plan a concert, compete in intramural sports, serve in student government, participate in a social club, sorority, or fraternity. You can even start your own organization. There's plenty to do!
If you would like more information about everything The W has to offer:
If you think The W would be a good fit, complete the free application to be admitted to the university.
If you would like to take a tour of campus, we are happy to show you around and discuss our program.
And if you have a question, or would like to speak to a person about our programs, please feel free to contact us:
Bonnie Oppenheimer, Ph.D.
Sciences & Mathematics, Chair
bloppenheimer@muw.edu
(662) 329-7376
Office of Admissions
admissions@muw.edu
(662) 329-7106