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
Diversity Highlights
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
Gender Statistics
19% of total enrollment
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
Graduate Student Ages
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
Regional Representation
79% of student body
19% of student body
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