Mississippi University for Women Demographics & Diversity Overview

42%
Minority Students
78%
Female Students
2%
International
14
States Represented

Race & Ethnicity

Mississippi University for Women has a diverse student body with 42% students of color and 2% international students, creating a rich multicultural learning environment that celebrates students from all racial and ethnic backgrounds.

Racial & Ethnic Composition

White
57.4%(1,485)
Hispanic
0.8%(20)
African American
38.0%(984)
Asian
2.5%(64)
American Indian or Alaska Native
1.2%(32)
Pacific Islander
0.1%(2)
Two or More Races
0.1%(2)

Diversity Highlights

Students of Color42%
Total Enrollment2,973
International Students2%

Cultural Engagement

Mississippi University for Women offers numerous cultural organizations, diversity programs, and multicultural events that celebrate the rich backgrounds of our student community.

Gender Distribution

Mississippi University for Women has a gender distribution of 78% female students and 22% male students.

Overall Gender Distribution

Men
21.8%(568)
Women
78.2%(2,042)

Gender Statistics

Men568

19% of total enrollment

Women2,042

69% of total enrollment

Age Distribution

Mississippi University for Women serves a diverse student population across multiple age demographics. The university enrolls 33% traditional college-age students (18-21 years old) and 17% non-traditional students aged 25 and older.

Undergraduate Ages

Under 18
15.2%(303)
18-19
14.8%(295)
20-21
28.8%(574)
22-24
19.6%(392)
25+
21.6%(431)

Graduate Student Ages

20-21
1.3%(3)
22-24
34.5%(80)
25+
64.2%(149)

Age Diversity Insights

33%

Traditional Age (18-21)

17%

Non-Traditional (25+)

12%

Graduate Students

Geographic Diversity

Mississippi University for Women attracts students from across the United States and internationally, with 2% international students contributing to a globally diverse campus community. The student body includes 79% in-state residents, 19% out-of-state students, and 2% international students, creating rich cross-cultural learning opportunities.

Geographic Origin

In-State
79.0%(124)
Out-of-State
19.1%(30)
International
1.9%(3)

Regional Representation

In-State124

79% of student body

Out-of-State30

19% of student body

International3

2% of student body

States Represented

14 states are represented on campus.

Diversity Metrics

Ethnic Diversity

42%

Students of Color

Gender Balance

78%

Female Students

Global Reach

2%

International

Age Diversity

17%

Non-Traditional Age