University of Southern Mississippi: what international applicants need

What are University of Southern Mississippi's application deadlines for 2026–27?

University of Southern Mississippi admits on a rolling basis for 2026–27: there's no single deadline, and it answers applications as they come in, so applying early is safer.

What is University of Southern Mississippi's acceptance rate?

99.1% for students who started in fall 2024: University of Southern Mississippi admitted 6,986 of its 7,048 first-year applicants.

• The rate covers all first-year applicants, US and international: the federal data doesn't give a separate rate for international applicants.
• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Fall 2024 admissions (provisional release). Source

Does University of Southern Mississippi require the SAT or ACT for international applicants?

It depends. University of Southern Mississippi requires SAT or ACT scores from some applicants or programs only for 2026–27, and its testing page says which.

• This is the policy listed for all first-year applicants. Some universities treat international students differently, so confirm it on the testing page.

How much is University of Southern Mississippi's application fee for international students?

University of Southern Mississippi's application fee is $45 for international applicants, the same as for US applicants.

Does University of Southern Mississippi accept the Common App fee waiver from international students?

Yes. University of Southern Mississippi accepts the Common App fee waiver and doesn't limit it to US students.

• Your eligibility is confirmed through the Common App, usually with your counselor.

Which English tests does University of Southern Mississippi accept?

University of Southern Mississippi lists the TOEFL iBT, IELTS Academic, PTE Academic, and Cambridge English as accepted English proficiency tests for 2026–27.

• Minimum scores and exemptions (for example if you studied in English) are set by the university: check its international page.

Does University of Southern Mississippi accept the Duolingo English Test?

The Duolingo English Test isn't among the English tests University of Southern Mississippi lists for 2026–27 (TOEFL iBT, IELTS Academic, PTE Academic, and Cambridge English). Check its international page before you register.

How many recommendation letters does University of Southern Mississippi require?

University of Southern Mississippi doesn't require recommendation letters on the Common App for 2026–27.

• It also asks for a mid-year report with your first-semester senior grades.
• Letters that aren't required can still be accepted: the university's site says whether it reads them.
• Whatever the letters, your school sends the School Report and, after graduation, the Final Report: the Common App says every university requires them.

Does University of Southern Mississippi require the Common App personal essay?

No. University of Southern Mississippi doesn't require the Common App personal essay for 2026–27, though you can still send it: the Common App lets you submit it to any university.

How many international students does University of Southern Mississippi have?

484 of University of Southern Mississippi's 10,193 undergraduates were international students (US nonresidents) in fall 2024: 4.7%.

• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Fall 2024 enrollment (provisional release). Source

How much does University of Southern Mississippi cost for international students?

University of Southern Mississippi is a public university: international students pay at least the out-of-state rate, $11,998 in published tuition and fees for 2024–25 (in-state students paid $9,998). Some public universities add an international fee. On-campus food and housing was $11,920. With books and other expenses, a year cost about $29,860 before any financial aid.

• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Published charges for 2024–25. Costs usually rise each year: check the university's site for 2027–28. Source