Mississippi Valley State University
http://www.mvsu.edu14000 Highway 82 West, Itta Bena, Mississippi 38941-1400
(662) 254-9041
Mississippi Valley State University, located in Leflore County, is a Carnegie Master's I institution, which provides accessible, relevant and quality academic and public service programs. While the University has historically drawn the majority of its students from throughout the Delta, the institution recognizes the need to provide greater services to the south and east Delta areas. MVSU, which recognizes the need to be efficient, effective and productive in all of its operations, offers concentrated study in the arts, business, education, humanities, public services, pre-professional services, social sciences, sciences, social work, and technology. Master's level programs are offered in criminal justice, ...show more »
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| Institution Type | 4-year, Public |
| Special Learning Opportunities | ROTC (Army) Distance learning opportunities Weekend/evening college |
| Student Services | Remedial services Academic/career counseling service Employment services for students Placement services for completers On-campus day care for students' children |
| Credit Accepted | Dual credit Credit for life experiences Advanced placement (AP) credits |
| Religious Affiliation | Not applicable |
| Federal Aid | Eligible students may receive Pell Grants and other federal aid (e.g. Direct Loans). |
| Degrees/Certificates Offered | Bachelor's degree Master's degree |
| Campus Setting | Rural: Fringe |
| Disability Services Student | 3% or less |
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At Mississippi Valley State University, 100.0% percent of first-time undergrads receive financial aid, 100.0% receive grants and/or scholarships (an average of $3,574), and 99% receive loans ($4,865 on average). On-campus room and board costs about $5,081. Off campus it is around $5,081. Taking into account total living expenses and financial aid, the average net cost of attending Mississippi Valley State University is $9,220 per year. |
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| Yearly Tuition | |
| Tuition Undergrad in State | $4,877 |
| Tuition Undergrad Out of State | $11,460 |
| Tuition Graduate in State | $4,914 |
| Tuition Graduate Out of State | $11,585 |
| Living Costs | |
| Total Expense in State on Campus | $15,758 |
| Total Expense Out of State On Campus | $22,341 |
| Total Expense In State Off Campus | $15,758 |
| Total Expense in State off Campus With Family | $10,677 |
| Total Expense Out of State Off Campus | $22,341 |
| Total Expense Out of State Off Campus With Familhy | $17,260 |
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In Fall 2009, 6,086 people applied to Mississippi Valley State University. Of the applicants, 30.0% were admitted (30.0% male & 29.0% female ) and 23.0% accepted (27.0% male and 21.0% female) Of the 2,434 undergraduate students at Mississippi Valley State University, 10.0% are part-time. A majority (66.0%) of the undergrad students are under 25 years of age. And 73.0% of the 416 graduate students are part-time. |
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| Percent of In-State Undergrads | 73.0% |
| Full Time Retention Rate | 61.0% |
| Part Time Retention Rates | 100.0% |
| Four-Year Graduation Rate | 16.0% |
| Six-Year Graduation Rate | 36.0% |
| Overall Graduation Rate | 35.0% |
| Admissions | |
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| Yearly Application Deadline | Aug 17th |
| Admissions Office Phone | (662) 254-2528 |
| Admissions Office Email | admsn@mvsu.edu |
| Admissions Office Address | 14000 Highway 82 West Itta Bena, MS 38941 |
| Admissions Website | http://www.mvsu.edu/ |
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In order to be accepted to Mississippi Valley State University, you should have:
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| Test Scores | |
| ACT Composite (25th Percentile) | 15 |
| ACT Composite (75th Percentile) | 19 |
| ACT English (25th Percentile) | 15 |
| ACT English (75th Percentile) | 19 |
| ACT Math (25th Percentile) | 15 |
| ACT Math (75th Percentile) | 17 |
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| Program Name | Certificate | Associate | Bachelor | Master | Doctorate |
| Biological and biomedical sciences | 17 | 6 | |||
| Bioinformatics | 6 | ||||
| Biology/Biological Sciences, General | 17 | ||||
| Business, management, marketing, and related support services | 54 | 5 | |||
| Accounting | 7 | ||||
| Business Administration and Management, General | 42 | 5 | |||
| Office Management and Supervision | 5 | ||||
| Communication, journalism, and related programs | 11 | ||||
| Public Relations/Image Management | 11 | ||||
| Computer and information sciences and support services | 0 | ||||
| Computer and Information Sciences, General | 0 | ||||
| Education | 89 | 24 | |||
| Elementary Education and Teaching | 8 | 7 | |||
| English/Language Arts Teacher Education | 1 | ||||
| Kindergarten/Preschool Education and Teaching | 46 | ||||
| Mathematics Teacher Education | 0 | ||||
| Music Teacher Education | 0 | ||||
| Physical Education Teaching and Coaching | 31 | ||||
| Social Science Teacher Education | 1 | ||||
| Special Education and Teaching, General | 3 | ||||
| Teacher Education, Multiple Levels | 14 | ||||
| Teacher Education/Profess Development, Subject Areas, Other | 2 | ||||
| Engineering technologies/technicians | 0 | ||||
| Industrial Technology/Technician | 0 | ||||
| English language and literature/letters | 5 | ||||
| English Language and Literature, General | 0 | ||||
| Speech and Rhetorical Studies | 5 | ||||
| Health professions and related clinical sciences | 1 | 4 | |||
| Environmental Health | 1 | 4 | |||
| History | 13 | ||||
| History, General | 13 | ||||
| Mathematics and statistics | 3 | ||||
| Mathematics, General | 3 | ||||
| Physical sciences | 3 | ||||
| Chemistry, General | 3 | ||||
| Public administration and social service professions | 63 | 19 | |||
| Human Services, General | 17 | ||||
| Public Administration | 11 | 2 | |||
| Social Work | 52 | ||||
| Security and protective services | 30 | 63 | |||
| Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration | 63 | ||||
| Criminal Justice/Safety Studies | 30 | ||||
| Social sciences | 13 | ||||
| Political Science and Government, General | 5 | ||||
| Sociology | 8 | ||||
| Visual and performing arts | 6 | ||||
| Music Management and Merchandising | 1 | ||||
| Music, General | 0 | ||||
| Visual and Performing Arts, General | 5 | ||||
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