Race & Ethnicity
University of Southern Mississippi has a diverse student body with 39% students of color and 7% 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 Southern Mississippi offers numerous cultural organizations, diversity programs, and multicultural events that celebrate the rich backgrounds of our student community.
Gender Distribution
University of Southern Mississippi has a gender distribution of 64% female students and 36% male students.
Overall Gender Distribution
Gender Statistics
27% of total enrollment
48% of total enrollment
Age Distribution
University of Southern Mississippi serves a diverse student population across multiple age demographics. The university enrolls 54% traditional college-age students (18-21 years old) and 15% non-traditional students aged 25 and older.
Undergraduate Ages
Graduate Student Ages
Age Diversity Insights
54%
Traditional Age (18-21)
15%
Non-Traditional (25+)
25%
Graduate Students
Geographic Diversity
University of Southern Mississippi attracts students from across the United States and internationally, with 7% international students contributing to a globally diverse campus community. The student body includes 74% in-state residents, 19% out-of-state students, and 7% international students, creating rich cross-cultural learning opportunities.
Geographic Origin
Regional Representation
74% of student body
19% of student body
7% of student body
States Represented
40 states are represented on campus.
Diversity Metrics
Ethnic Diversity
39%
Students of Color
Gender Balance
64%
Female Students
Global Reach
7%
International
Age Diversity
15%
Non-Traditional Age