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University of Mississippi vs Mississippi University for Women

MSN programs compared — side-by-side on NCLEX pass rates, tuition, admissions, and format.

Updated Reviewed by NurseWay Editorial Team

At a glance

Lower tuition
Mississippi University for Women
$8,092 vs $9,412
Easier to get into
Mississippi University for Women
100% vs 97.8% acceptance

Side-by-side details

Best value in each row is highlighted.

University of Mississippi
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.
Mississippi University for Women
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.
Program typeMSNMSN
Formatin personin person
LocationUniversity, MSColumbus, MS
Length24 months24 months
NCLEX pass rate
Acceptance rate97.8%100%BEST
Avg accepted GPA
Min GPA
Entrance exam
Total tuition$9,412 in / $26,980 out$8,092BEST
In-state tuition$9,412$8,092BEST
Out-of-state tuition$26,980$8,092BEST
Clinical placement
AccreditationCCNECCNE

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is cheaper, University of Mississippi or Mississippi University for Women?

Mississippi University for Women is the more affordable option at roughly $8,092, compared to $9,412. Factor in residency status, financial aid, and program length when deciding — total cost matters more than annual tuition.

Are University of Mississippi and Mississippi University for Women the same type of program?

Both are MSN programs, so they award the same credential. Compare them on NCLEX pass rate, tuition, length, and location to find the better fit.

How do I decide between University of Mississippi and Mississippi University for Women?

Start by ruling out programs you can't get into (compare your GPA against each school's admissions stats), then weight what matters most — NCLEX pass rate for quality, total tuition for cost, length for time-to-degree, and format (online, hybrid, in-person) for lifestyle. Use NurseWay's free intake to get a personalized fit score for both.

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