Overview
Enrollment
| Location | Jackson, Mississippi |
| Online | millsaps.edu |
| School Type | Private 4 Year |
| Setting | Midsize City |
| Religious Affiliation | United Methodist |
| Size | Small |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
Located in the heart of Jackson, Mississippi's capital city, Millsaps College is a private liberal arts institution established in 1890 through a gift from Major Reuben Webster Millsaps. The 100-acre campus features Georgian Colonial architecture and is distinguished by its inclusion on the National Register of Historic Places. Millsaps maintains selective admission standards and operates on a liberal arts core curriculum model, with particularly strong programs in business, sciences, and pre-medical studies. The college provides residential housing for most students across its seven dormitories and two apartment complexes, and competes in NCAA Division III athletics as the Majors in the Southern Athletic Association.
Ratings
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Value
Millsaps is rated within the top 33% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 7 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 1135/1354 |
| ACT | 22/30 |
| GPA | 3.65 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | Jul 1, 2025 |
| Applicant Competition | Low |
| Application Fee | $0 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,200 |
| Other Fees | $2,875 |
| Room and Board | $14,210 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $1,800 |
| Total One Year Cost | $61,025 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Business | 21% |
| Biology | 18% |
| Social Sciences | 14% |
| English and Literature | 6% |
| Psychology | 6% |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=175980 IPEDS survey data for Millsaps College.
Current students may use the Millsaps College GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.
Last updated February 24, 2024