Mississippi University for Women

Mississippi University for Women Founded in 1884 as the first public college for women in the United States, The W is a tradition-rich university that has educated men for more than 40 years.

The W is a public university providing a high-quality education for everyone. Founded in 1884 as the first public college for women in the United States, The W is a tradition-rich university that has educated men for more than 35 years. U.S.News & World Report has consistently ranked The W among the top Southern public master's universities. The W also has been prominently ranked in other leading

publications such as Kiplinger's Personal Finance and Consumer's Digest magazines. Our three colleges feature more than 70 outstanding majors and concentrations, and with more than 60 campus organizations, it is almost impossible not to find a perfect fit. With a 11:1 student-faculty ratio, our dedicated instructors and staff, as well as talented alumni and friends, are here to help you excel! Apply today.

09/04/2026
Mississippi University for Women is ranked No. 14 in the south and No. 185 nationally, according to Washington Monthly’s...
09/03/2026

Mississippi University for Women is ranked No. 14 in the south and No. 185 nationally, according to Washington Monthly’s 2026 Best Colleges for Your Tuition (and Tax) Dollars. Released Monday, Aug. 31, the ranking placed The W as the highest-ranked public or private university in Mississippi.

“Washington Monthly’s ranking joins Money and Time in recognizing The W as the top public or private university in Mississippi. The regularity with which we earn these distinctions from major publications validates what we see every day: a tuition or tax dollar spent at The W is the best higher education investment in Mississippi.” said Scott Tollison, interim university president.

Mississippi University for Women is ranked No. 14 in the south and No. 185 nationally, according to Washington Monthly's 2026 Best Colleges for Your Tuition (and Tax) Dollars. Released Monday, Aug. 31, the ranking placed The W as the highest-ranked publ...

Mississippi high school students with a passion for learning, leadership, creativity and discovery can now apply for the...
09/02/2026

Mississippi high school students with a passion for learning, leadership, creativity and discovery can now apply for the 2027 Mississippi Governor’s School (MGS), a tuition-free residential honors program that will bring talented students from across the state to The W’s campus next summer.

Applications for the 2027 MGS are now open and will be accepted through Sunday, Nov. 1 at 11:59 p.m. The two-week program will take place June 6-19, 2027.

Mississippi high school students with a passion for learning, leadership, creativity and discovery can now apply for the 2027 Mississippi Governor's School (MGS), a tuition-free residential honors program that will bring talented students from across th...

On Wednesdays, we wear blue!
09/02/2026

On Wednesdays, we wear blue!

09/01/2026
09/01/2026

This FREE group is open to parents and their children ages 4-5 and under, and is inclusive for all abilities. Come join us for fun and developmental-based music making!

08/27/2026

What was the first class you ever took at The W?

The W has been recognized as one of America’s Best Colleges of 2026-27 by TIME.“We are proud to be named the top univers...
08/26/2026

The W has been recognized as one of America’s Best Colleges of 2026-27 by TIME.

“We are proud to be named the top university in Mississippi in the inaugural TIME Best Colleges rankings. This marks the third time in just over a year that a major national publication has ranked The W at the top among Mississippi universities. This honor shows how our continued work is making a difference for our students and the state’s workforce," Interim President Scott Tollison said.

As the highest ranked institution of higher learning, private or public, in Mississippi, The W earned an aggregate score five points higher than any other university in the state. The W’s highest marks came in the areas of student outcomes and learning environment.

https://www.muw.edu/news/the-w-leads-mississippi-universities-in-inaugural-time-americas-best-colleges-ranking/

The W and The Mississippi School for Mathematics and Science (MSMS) are partnering to present Arthur Miller’s Tony Award...
08/25/2026

The W and The Mississippi School for Mathematics and Science (MSMS) are partnering to present Arthur Miller’s Tony Award-winning play “The Crucible” Nov. 13-15 in Cromwell Theater. Auditions will be held Sept. 2-3.

Mississippi University for Women and The Mississippi School for Mathematics and Science (MSMS) are partnering to present Arthur Miller's Tony Award-winning play “The Crucible” Nov. 13-15 in Cromwell Theater. Auditions will be held Sept. 2-3. “‘The Cruci...

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