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University of Southern Mississippi
(USM)
Part of Mississippi Institutions of Higher Learning
About
The University of Southern Mississippi is a public research university with its main campus in Hattiesburg, Mississippi, United States. It is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools to award bachelor's, master's, specialist, and doctoral degrees. The university is classified among "R1: Doctoral Universities – Very High Research Activity".
Ranking Overview
Ranked Top 1001 worldwide across 2 major ranking systems
Ranked in 5 subject rankings
QS World University Rankings
Times Higher Education World University Rankings
Academic Ranking of World Universities
U.S. News Best Global Universities Rankings
Key Facts
- Students
- 11,775
- Student-Staff Ratio
- 18.5 : 1
- Int'l Students
- 4%
- Female : Male
- 64 : 36
- Staff
- 2,495
Historical Trend
Longitudinal View
THE
US News
Top Subjects
Best-performing areasSubject Rankings
Detailed breakdownARWU
4 subjects|
Subject
|
Rank
|
Score
|
Year
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Oceanography | 76-100 | - | 2025 |
| Hospitality & Tourism Management | 201-300 | - | 2020 |
| Education & Training | 401-500 | - | 2021 |
| Psychology | 401-500 | - | 2021 |
QS
1 subjects|
Subject
|
Rank
|
Score
|
Year
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Agriculture & Forestry | 351-400 | - | 2022 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ranking of University of Southern Mississippi?
University of Southern Mississippi's performance in the latest university rankings: THE Rank 1001+, US News Rank =1,724.
When was University of Southern Mississippi founded?
University of Southern Mississippi was founded in 1910.
What are the top subjects at University of Southern Mississippi?
Top subjects at University of Southern Mississippi include: Oceanography, Hospitality & Tourism Management, Agriculture & Forestry, Education & Training, Psychology.
Where is University of Southern Mississippi located?
University of Southern Mississippi is located in Hattiesburg, United States.