Resources and Scholarships
Scholarships
Save $500 off tuition – $250 for you AND $250 for your friend – when you bring a friend to the IEP at the University of Mississippi!
Current, full-time IEP students who have been enrolled in the IEP for at least 1 semester AND who bring a family member or friend to study as a full-time IEP student will receive $250 off tuition for Intensive English (IE) classes during their family member/friend’s first session. In addition, the new full-time IEP student referred will also receive $250 off tuition for Intensive (IE) classes during their first session. That is a total savings of $500 for you and your friend!
Only current, full-time IEP students and new, full-time IEP students can receive the discounts, which are only valid for referred full-time IEP students. The discount is only valid for one semester.
There is no limit to how many friends a student can refer, but only one current student can receive the discount for each new student. The new student MUST indicate that they heard about the IEP program from the current student on the original application.
Funds are credited directly to the students’ tuition balances, and no money will be paid directly to students. Discounts must be used in the first semester that the new student is enrolled full-time. In addition, the total discount cannot exceed a student’s current tuition balance (fees excluded), nor can the discount be held to the next semester.
Save $250 off tuition when you are referred by IEP alumni!
New, full-time IEP students who are referred to the IEP by a family member or friend who is an alumnus* of the IEP will receive $250 off tuition for Intensive English (IE) classes during their first session.
Only new, full-time IEP students or IEP alumni returning after an absence of at least 12 months can receive the discount, which is only valid when the alumni referral is verified. The discount is only valid for one semester. The new student MUST indicate that they heard about the IEP program from the alumnus on the original application, providing both the given and family name of the alumnus.
Funds are credited directly to the students’ tuition balances, and no money will be paid directly to students. Discounts must be used in the first semester that the new student is enrolled full-time. In addition, the total discount cannot exceed a student’s current tuition balance (fees excluded), nor can the discount be held to the next semester.
*Alumnus: someone who attended the IEP as a full-time student for at least one semester
Valued at $250 per semester!
New and prospective full-time IEP students are eligible to apply for the Materials Scholarship. If awarded, the student will receive a scholarship valued at $250 to be applied to their “tuition and materials” balance, which will cover the cost of all textbooks for a semester.
The scholarship is only valid for the semester following it being awarded (e.g., awarded in summer and valid for fall). Students must apply each semester for the Materials Scholarship, which can be awarded each semester as long as the student is taking full-time Intensive English (IE) classes.
In order to maintain eligibility, applicants must maintain passing grades during their studies in the IEP and complete a scholarship application each time they wish to have the scholarship renewed. There are up to 5 Materials Scholarships available each semester.
Funds are credited directly to the students’ tuition and materials fee balances, and no money will be paid directly to students. Scholarship must be used for the semester it was awarded; it cannot be held to the next semester.
Questions? Email studyenglish@olemiss.edu for more details.
Application Deadlines:
For Spring semester (January-May) award: November 1
For Fall semester (August-December) award: June 1
Receive 20% off of tuition each semester you’re enrolled in the IEP!
To honor the teaching career of Brenda Hales, a former Intensive English Program instructor, the Intensive English Program at the University of Mississippi is pleased to announce a 20% tuition-only scholarship to prospective and current IEP students. There are up to 4 Tuition Reduction Scholarships available each semester.
For over a decade, the teaching career of Brenda Hales enriched the learning experience of international students at the University of Mississippi. Both inside and outside of the classroom, she touched the lives of students young and old. As much as she has always welcomed international students to the hospitality of her own home, she also welcomed them into a learning environment in which they gained confidence and felt valued. Whether with her pilot’s license or her passport, Brenda Hales has always been an intrepid traveler who inspires her former students and colleagues as both a lifetime learner and as a true citizen of the world.
New and prospective full-time IEP students are eligible to apply for this scholarship, and the scholarship is only valid for the semester following it being awarded (e.g., awarded in summer and valid for fall). Students must apply each semester for the Tuition Reduction Scholarship, which can be awarded each semester as long as the student is taking full-time Intensive English (IE) classes.
The purpose of this scholarship is to assist prospective, new, and returning students with attending IEP courses. In order to be eligible to receive the Tuition Reduction Scholarship, applicants must be at least 18 years old or have graduated high school, meet regular admissions requirements to the IEP, and submit a complete application to the IEP for a semester-length intensive program (including the application fee).
After being awarded the scholarship, recipients must maintain eligibility by: arriving on the University of Mississippi campus no later than the first day of classes in the semester for which the scholarship was awarded, maintaining passing grades during studies in the IEP, and maintaining F1 status through full-time enrollment and regular attendance.
This scholarship is applicable to tuition only—no other expenses (e.g., housing, meals, fees) are covered by this scholarship. Funds are credited directly to the students’ tuition balances, and no money will be paid directly to students. In addition, total scholarships cannot exceed a student’s current balance (fees excluded), nor can the scholarship be held to the next semester.
Questions? Email studyenglish@olemiss.edu for more details.
Application Deadlines:
For Spring semester (January-May) award: November 1
For Fall semester (August-December) award: June 1
Receive a scholarship covering the full cost of tuition and fees!
The Intensive English Program at the University of Mississippi is pleased and honored to announce the Jonatas Lima Memorial Scholarship, which will provide funding for one student, fully covering the tuition and fees* for up to two semesters.
The IEP recognizes the obstacle of paying for funding to study in the United States. A scholarship can help by permitting outstanding students to pursue their education. Recognizing this need, the IEP has established one full tuition scholarship for one student each academic year (fall-spring semesters).
The scholarship honors Jonatas Lima, who was an intelligent, helpful, and friendly student from Goiânia, Brazil. He faced every challenge with an admirable level of strength, determination, and hopefulness, making him a shining example to everyone who knew him. As a student in the University of Mississippi Intensive English Program, he was not only diligent, utilizing every opportunity to gain more knowledge, but he was also helpful and respectful to others no matter where they came from or how different their cultures were from his own. He cherished his family, loved his friends, and welcomed everyone with a gracious smile.
New and prospective full-time IEP students are eligible to apply for this scholarship, and the scholarship is only valid for the semesters following it being awarded (e.g., awarded in summer and valid for fall-spring). In order to be eligible to receive the Jonatas Lima Memorial Scholarship, applicants must be at least 18 years old or have graduated high school, meet regular admissions requirements to the IEP, and submit a complete application to the IEP for a semester-length intensive program (including the application fee).
After being awarded the scholarship, recipients must maintain eligibility by: arriving on the University of Mississippi campus no later than the first day of classes in the semester for which the scholarship was awarded, maintaining an A average during studies in the IEP, and maintaining F1 status through full-time enrollment and regular attendance.
This scholarship is applicable to tuition and fees* only—no other expenses (e.g., housing, insurance, food) are covered by this scholarship. Funds are credited directly to the students’ tuition and fees balance, and no money will be paid directly to students. In addition, total scholarships cannot exceed a student’s current balance (fees excluded), nor can the scholarship be held to the next semester.
*Fees covered: International Fee, Capital Improvement Fee, Activity Fee
Questions? Email studyenglish@olemiss.edu for more details.
Application Deadline: June 1 (This award is only offered once per year with the beginning of the Fall Semester)
Academic Programs
Search all the academic programs available from the University of Mississippi.
Intensive English Excursions
See the field trips for Intensive English students to explore the local and regional points of interest.
Banking
At the beginning of each semester, the IEP offers shuttles to local banks for students wishing to open bank accounts. Most international students without US Social Security Numbers may open a checking/debit account at First National Bank of Oxford, Regions Bank, and others. The ISSS Banking page is a good resource for what you will need to open an account in Oxford.
Bursar
All students at the University of Mississippi will have a bursar account, the university’s central method of charging students fees, tuition, healthcare charges, etc. as well as processing scholarships and collecting payments. All IEP students must pay their bursar accounts after receiving the “Bursar Sheet” that declares all expected charges and scholarships. The following link provides more information on the Ole Miss Bursar Office. Bursar Accounts can be paid with international Master/Visa credit cards or US checks, cash, and money orders. Payments with US credit cards will incur a transaction fee. International payments can also be made through Flywire, which allows students to pay from your home country, often in your home currency, through a variety of methods. Log into myOleMiss to view these options and pay your fees.
Housing
The Intensive English Program offers housing accommodations for students in Residence Hall 2 and Residence Hall 3 on campus. While in our housing, students will enjoy activities designed to acclimate them to campus, the South, and the United States. Staff from the Office of Global Engagement, along with student housing staff, provide support to members of this community through activities, events, and opportunities for enrichment.
Residence Hall 2 and Residence Hall 3 feature in-room bathrooms, study rooms on each floor, conference rooms, community kitchens, and lounges with TVs on each floor. Each room is furnished with a microwave/fridge. A desk, dresser, nightstand, and twin extra-long bed is provided for each resident. All rooms are air-conditioned.
The custodial staff will clean the in-room bathrooms and sink areas (only) in student rooms twice monthly. Students are responsible for keeping the sleeping areas of their rooms clean and supplying toilet tissue for in-room bathrooms.
Ethernet hookups, wireless internet, and basic cable will be included in every room. A 24-hour front desk, a community assistant on each floor, a live-in community coordinator, and student ID card readers on all exterior and resident doors will make RH2 and RH3 a safe and secure place to live.
For housing prices, please visit our Cost page.
Students are also allowed to find their own accommodation in the Oxford area, but they must arrange leases independently. We are always happy to provide resources for students looking for off-campus housing.
Mail Services
Letters and packages for Intensive English Program students can be sent to the following address:
Attn: Recipient of Package
P.O. Box 350
Oxford, MS 38655
Students may pick up their package at the front desk of the Intensive English Program.
Meal Plans
Optional meal plans are available to all students, regardless of their housing location. Meal plans allow students to save money by prepaying for a certain number of meals rather than buying meals at regular price. Please visit Ole Miss Dining for more information on the meal plans and dining options offered on campus. Students living in Residence Hall 2 and Residence Hall 3 will have access to community kitchens along with a microwave and refrigerator in their room.
Visa
These links will help you understand the student visa application process:
NAFSA — 10 Points to Remember When Applying for a Student Visa
EducationUSA — Apply for your Student Visa
https://educationusa.state.gov/your-5-steps-us-study/apply-your-student-visa/English-language
EducationUSA Webinar –Navigating the Student Visa Process
https://www.facebook.com/EducationUSA/videos/2363418620648000/
Working
Some international students can work on campus, and under certain circumstances may also be able to work off campus. Before seeking or accepting employment, please learn more about your visa restrictions at the ISSS Student Employment webpage or by contacting the International Student and Scholar Services (ISSS) directly. For information on obtaining a SSN, please contact the International Student and Scholar Services (ISSS).