Race & Ethnicity
University of Mississippi has a diverse student body with 21% students of color and 1% international students, creating a rich multicultural learning environment that celebrates students from all racial and ethnic backgrounds.
Racial & Ethnic Composition
Diversity Highlights
Cultural Engagement
University of Mississippi offers numerous cultural organizations, diversity programs, and multicultural events that celebrate the rich backgrounds of our student community.
Gender Distribution
University of Mississippi has a gender distribution of 57% female students and 43% male students.
Overall Gender Distribution
Gender Statistics
33% of total enrollment
44% of total enrollment
Age Distribution
University of Mississippi serves a diverse student population across multiple age demographics. The university enrolls 79% traditional college-age students (18-21 years old) and 5% non-traditional students aged 25 and older.
Undergraduate Ages
Graduate Student Ages
Age Diversity Insights
79%
Traditional Age (18-21)
5%
Non-Traditional (25+)
22%
Graduate Students
Geographic Diversity
University of Mississippi attracts students from across the United States and internationally, with 1% international students contributing to a globally diverse campus community. The student body includes 36% in-state residents, 63% out-of-state students, and 1% international students, creating rich cross-cultural learning opportunities.
Geographic Origin
Regional Representation
36% of student body
63% of student body
1% of student body
States Represented
47 states are represented on campus.
Diversity Metrics
Ethnic Diversity
21%
Students of Color
Gender Balance
57%
Female Students
Global Reach
1%
International
Age Diversity
5%
Non-Traditional Age