Millsaps College (Millsaps)

Black Pinpoint 1701 North State Street | Jackson, MS | 39210

01. Overview

What the school is known for:

Millsaps is a small college, so students “get a lot of personal attention.” It is a “school where everybody knows your name,” as well as “a place where every student has to work hard to stay above water; excellence is the norm, not the exception.” What makes Millsaps unique is how it “breaks the mold by providing superb education as well as fun, combining the two in ways so subtle that a student may not even realize they’re learning!” The school “offers great courses taught by charismatic professors” who “bring the material to life...through their innovative teaching methods.” “Classes are not easy, but the quality of learning is top notch.” “Professors always encourage students to discuss class material and voice their opinions and questions about it. They encourage you to form your own ideas.” These “friendly and approachable” professors “continue to teach outside of the classroom.” “They welcome oneon-one time…to further develop understanding.” Students have praise for the education they are receiving saying, “coming out of Millsaps I will be fully prepared for grad school. My professors not only lecture, but they turn the material into hands-on learning opportunities,” and “I seriously respect my school’s standard of excellence in hiring people who are wonderful at their jobs.” Besides “great professors,” the school offers “a prestigious business school,” “abundant study abroad programs,” and “strong Southern hospitality and heritage.” The school’s small size provides opportunities to receive “a top-notch education, while also getting to play sports and be in clubs.” Although Millsaps may not be affordable for everyone, it “strives to be generous with scholarships.” One student was pleased to report, “They offered the most financial assistance by far.” Although student surveys were mostly positive, like this one: “Millsaps College provides the ideal learning atmosphere for liberal arts studies where they teach us how to think and not what to think,” there were complaints about “the Internet and networking capabilities,” and “the cafeteria is an area where great improvement is needed.”

02. Rankings

Rankings and Lists

03. Admissions & Acceptance Rate

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Applicants
2,256
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Acceptance Rate
45%
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Average HS GPA
3.58

Deadlines

Early Action
November 15

SAT & ACT Test Scores

SAT Evidence-Based Reading and Writing

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25th-75th percentile (enrolled students)
495 - 575

SAT Math

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25th-75th percentile (enrolled students)
530 - 575

ACT Composite Scores

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25th-75th percentile (enrolled students)
21 - 28

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Testing Policies

Standardized testing policy for
use in admission:
Test Optional

Other Admission Factors Academic

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Rigor of Secondary School Record
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Academic GPA

Non-Academic

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Character / Personal Qualities

Selectivity

4. Cost, Tuition, Expenses

Expenses per Academic Year

Tuition
$41,750
Average Cost for Books and Supplies
$650
Tuition / Fees Vary by Year of Study
No
Board for Commuters
4920
On-Campus Room and Board
14210
Approximate Expenses per year
$61,530

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05. Academics

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Student/Faculty
8 : 1
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Total Faculty
95
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Terminal Degree
41

Gender

Men
58
Women
37
Minority
3
International
2

Class/Lab sizes

Most frequent class size
10-19
Most frequent lab/sub section size
10-19

Rating

Graduation Rates

Graduate in 4 years
60%
Graduate in 5 years
61%
Graduate in 6 years
61%

University Degrees

Bachelor's
Certificate
Master's
Post-Bachelor's certificate

06. Student Body

What students say:

Is there a typical Millsaps student? Some students think so: “The typical student at Millsaps was an over-involved, cool nerd in high school. We throw ourselves into sports, clubs, Greek life, and community service like it’s our job. It’s how we thrive.” “Students fit in by being involved in Greek life and other organizations.” “A typical student is involved in many activities from sports to community service clubs. Student interests are diverse, and the student body in general is very friendly and interactive.” Another student disagrees, “There is no ‘typical student’ really—the most common thread is a desire to change the world (usually, with a stop at graduate school).”

Gender

45% female55% male

Out of State

63% are out
of state
37% are
in-state

Students

99% are
full time
1% are
part time

Student Body Profile

Total Undergraduate Enrollment
547
Foreign Countries Represented
31

Student Body Demographics

American Indian or Alaskan Native
1.29%
Asian
3.31%
Black
23.02%
Hispanic
6.26%
Caucasian
58.38%
Unknown
3.68%
International
2.39%

07. Mental Health

08. Campus Life

What students say:

“Students at Millsaps think about their classwork first and foremost. After that, we think about hanging out with friends and having fun.” The campus is “so beautiful and filled with cozy spots that many students spend a lot of their time outside.” “While most schools have ‘the quad’ where students hang out between classes, Millsaps has ‘The Bowl.’ It is a beautiful area of grass and trees in the center of campus.” But one student notes that there is still room for improvement. “The campus is beautiful, but the insides of the buildings need a serious upgrade. Every time I walk into a building, I feel like I’ve been transported back to the seventies.” Although “most of the upperclassmen dorms are amazing,” the “freshman dorms are a little sketchy.” On campus “there are concerts and fun days all throughout the semester.” “There are parties at the fraternity houses, and…some really cool things to do from concerts to oxygen bars to laser tag.” “I would definitely call it a ‘party school,’ despite the tough academics.” “There is a lot of partying on the weekends but almost everyone still manages to get studying finished.” Students also point out, “We don’t have to drink to have fun at Millsaps, though. You can always find a friend to hang out with, go to the movies, shop, or find a new great place to eat. The Millsaps curriculum even makes study groups fun (for the most part), believe it or not.” Off campus, students venture into Jackson where “there are great restaurants.”

Students
88%
First-Year Students
97%
Campus Environment
Large Urban
Help finding off-campus housing
No

9. Campus Visits

Campus Visits Contact

Chantel Smith
Admissions Visit Coordinator
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Millsaps College, Office of Admissions 1701 North State Street Jackson, MS 39210-0001
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601-974-1050

Campus Tours

Campus Visiting Center

Monday through Friday

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10:00 a.m. & 2:00 p.m. tours
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601-974-1050

Campus Tours

Appointment Required:
Yes
Dates:
Year-round
Times:
Varies
Average Length:
1 hour

Visits

CLASS VISITS

Dates/Times Available
Academic Year
Arrangements
Contact Admissions Office

FACULTY AND COACH VISITS

Dates/Times Available
Academic Year
Arrangements
Contact Admissions Office
Advance Notice
1 week

Contact Email Address for Visit

Individual coach email addresses available on staff directory page located below;

Globe Iconadmissions@millsaps.edu

On Campus Interview

Campus Interviews:
Yes
Information Sessions:
Available
Times:
by appointment

Overnight Dorm Stays

Overnight Dorm Stays
Available
Arrangements
Contact Admissions Office
Limitations
Seniors only, please

Campus Tours


TYPES OF TRANSPORTATION AVAILABLE TO CAMPUS

Available transportation includes major airline service via Jackson International Airport, Amtrak, Greyhound Bus Lines, and taxi and city bus services.


DRIVING INSTRUCTIONS TO CAMPUS

From I-55: Take the Woodrow Wilson Exit (#98A) to the second light. Turn left on North State Street and go to the second light at Oakwood Street. Turn right onto Whitworth Circle to enter the campus. The Office of Admissions is in Sanders Hall on the first floor.

LOCAL ACCOMMODATIONS

Nearby hotels include Homewood Suites in the Fondren district (601-398-9500), the Westin Jackson (800-937-8461) and Residence Inn at The District (800-331-3131). Nearby bed and breakfast accommodations include the Fairview Inn (601-948-3429) and the Old Capitol Inn (601-359-9000).


10. Sports & Athletics

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Athletic Division III

Men's Sports (Majors)

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Basketball
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Cross Country
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Football
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Golf
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Lacrosse
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Soccer
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Tennis
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Track Field Outdoor

Women's Sports (Lady Majors)

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Basketball
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Cross Country
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Golf
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Lacrosse
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Soccer
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Softball
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Tennis
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Track Field Outdoor
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Volleyball

11. Housing & Activities

Hosting Features

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Disabled Student
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Dorms Coed
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Dorms Female
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Dorms Male
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Frat Sorority
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Wellness Housing

Special Needs Admissions

Director
Nicole Carter, CARE and Accessibility Specialist
College Entrance Tests Required
No
Interview Required
No

Student Activities

Registered Student Organizations
85
Number of Honor Societies
28
Number of Social Sororities
6
Number of Religious Organizations
8
Join a fraternity
57%
Join a sorority
55%

12. Student Services

Military

Army ROTC Offered at cooperating institutions: Jackson State University
Navy ROTC Offered at cooperating institutions: Jackson State University
Air Force ROTC Offered at cooperating institutions: Jackson State University

CAMPUS SECURITY REPORT

The Jeanne Clery Act requires colleges and universities to disclose their security policies, keep a public crime log, publish an annual crime report and provide timely warnings to students and campus employees about a crime posing an immediate or ongoing threat to students and campus employees.

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Other Information

Campus-wide Internet Network
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Fee for Network Use
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Partnerships with Technology Companies
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Personal computer included in tuition for each student
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Discounts Available with Hardware Vendors
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Description Dell, IN, Apple

13. Financial Aid

Dates

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Notification DateMar 15

Required Forms

FAFSA

Financial Aid Statistics

Average Freshman Total Need-Based Gift Aid
$35,962
Average Undergraduate Total Need-Based Gift Aid
$34,680
Average Need-Based Loan
$4,382
Undergraduates who have borrowed through any loan program
86%
Average amount of loan debt per graduate
$32,301
Average amount of each freshman scholarship/grant package
$24,183
Financial aid provided to international students
Yes

Available Aid

Financial Aid Methodology
Scholarships and Grants

Need-Based Aid

01 - Need-Based College/University Scholarship or Grant Aid from Institutional Funds
02 - Need-Based Federal Pell
03 - Need-Based Private Scholarships
04 - Need-Based SEOG
05 - Need-Based State Scholarships

Federal Direct Student Loan Programs

01 - Direct PLUS Loans
02 - Direct Subsidized Stafford Loans
03 - Direct Unsubsidized Stafford Loans

Federal Family Education Loan Programs (FFEL):

01 - Federal Perkins Loans
Is Institutional Employment Available (other than Federal Work Study)
Yes

14. Career Services & Jobs

Graduation Rates

Graduate in 4 years
60%
Graduate in 5 years
61%
Graduate in 6 years
61%

Career Services

01 - Alumni Network
02 - Alumni Services
03 - Interest Inventory
04 - Internships
05 - Regional Alumni

Opportunities at School

01 - Experiential
02 - Internship

15. Majors

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01 AREA, ETHNIC, CULTURAL, GENDER, AND GROUP STUDIES.

  • European Studies/Civilization.
  • Latin American Studies.
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02 BIOLOGICAL AND BIOMEDICAL SCIENCES.

  • Biochemistry.
  • Biology/Biological Sciences, General.
  • Neurobiology and Neurosciences, Other.
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03 BUSINESS, MANAGEMENT, MARKETING, AND RELATED SUPPORT SERVICES.

  • Accounting.
  • Business Administration, Management and Operations.
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05 EDUCATION.

  • Education, General.
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06 ENGLISH LANGUAGE AND LITERATURE/LETTERS.

  • Creative Writing.
  • English Language and Literature, General.
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07 FOREIGN LANGUAGES, LITERATURES, AND LINGUISTICS.

  • Classics and Classical Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics, General.
  • Classics and Classical Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics.
  • Spanish Language and Literature.
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08 HISTORY.

  • History, General.
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09 MATHEMATICS AND STATISTICS.

  • Applied Mathematics, General.
  • Mathematics, General.
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10 PHILOSOPHY AND RELIGIOUS STUDIES.

  • Philosophy.
  • Religion/Religious Studies.
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11 PHYSICAL SCIENCES.

  • Chemistry, General.
  • Geology/Earth Science, General.
  • Physics, General.
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12 PSYCHOLOGY.

  • Psychology, General.
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14 SOCIAL SCIENCES.

  • Economics, General.
  • Political Science and Government.
  • Sociology and Anthropology.
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15 VISUAL AND PERFORMING ARTS.

  • Art/Art Studies, General.
  • Fine/Studio Arts, General.
  • Music, General.

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