SCHOLARSHIPS FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
International Academic Excellence Scholarships
The University of Mississippi has generous scholarships specifically for international students. In addition, international students can apply for some special programs and scholarships.
- All scholarships for International Academic Excellence are automatic. You do not to need to submit any supplemental materials or start a separate application.
If you are eligible for one of our scholarships, once you have been accepted for admission to the University of Mississippi, you will receive an award letter based on your GPA and English score.
- Take a look at the awards and qualifications of our Academic Excellence scholarships below, or go ahead and submit your admissions application today.
ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE Scholarship DETAILS
Mississippi Premier Scholarship
Total Scholarship $26,328 per year for 4 years
Qualification 3.9 - 4.0 GPA on US Scale
Limited! Apply early!
93% of tuition per year
Mississippi Champion Scholarship
Total Scholarship $12,000 per year for 4 years
Qualification 3.75 - 3.89 GPA on US Scale
42% of tuition per year
Mississippi Magnolia Scholarship
Total Scholarship $9,500 per year for 4 years
Qualification 3.5 - 3.74 GPA on US Scale
33% of tuition per year
Mississippi Legacy Scholarship
Total Scholarship $5,000 per year for 4 years
Qualification 3.25 - 3.49 GPA on US Scale
18% of tuition per year
SAT & ACT Scholarships
ACT and SAT Award Values
| ACT | SAT | GPA | TOTAL |
| 25 | 1200-1220 | 3.0 | $3,500 |
| 26 | 1230-1250 | 3.0 | $5,000 |
| 27 | 1260-1290 | 3.0 | $6,000 |
| 28 | 1300-1320 | 3.0 | $9,500 |
| 29 | 1330-1350 | 3.0 | $10,000 |
| 30 | 1360-1380 | 3.0 | $12,000 |
| 31 | 1390-1410 | 3.0 | $15,500 |
| 32 | 1420-1440 | 3.0 | $26,328 |
| 33+ | 1450+ | 3.0 | $28,440 |
Special Scholarships
Interested in Our Special Programs?
Build critical thinking skills in small, seminar-style classes to gain an understanding of the world around you. The honors college offers a small-school feel within a public university to create a distinctive foundation in your academic journey.
Prepare for a career in public policy and public service. Gain the knowledge and skills needed to lead in your local community, state legislature, the federal government, or a government-facing role in the industry.
Study the connections between economics, politics, history, and culture, at an international level. Choose a region of the world and a global theme to study while also specializing in a foreign language.
We want to equip you to become a leader in building a stronger education system across Mississippi. During your time in METP, you'll have full financial support and our job placement is almost 100% after graduation.
Southern Studies is an interdisciplinary program that combines required cultural studies courses on the American and global South with courses from multiple disciplines.
Secure a guaranteed seat in one of the nation’s best professional pharmacy programs through our Early Entry Program.
Become a leader in advanced manufacturing through an interdisciplinary education that combines accountancy, business, and engineering.