- Location: Columbus, Mississippi
- Setting: Small/Midsize City
- Affiliation:
- Founded: 1884
Points of Pride
The W was founded on the idea that a university education is for everyone. Today, the mission is the same. The university is nationally recognized for low student debt, top value, diversity and social mobility. National rankings, small class sizes and unique programs create a university that empowers students to follow their dreams and make a difference in their communities.
History
Located in historic Columbus, Mississippi, The W was founded in 1884 as the first state-supported college for women in the United States. Today, The W continues its historic focus on academic leadership development for women, as well as its long tradition of excellence in liberal arts and professional education for both women and men. MUW prepares its students for a wide variety of roles, both professionally and personally.
Location & Contact
Mississippi University for Women
1100 College Street
Columbus, MS 39701
United States
Office of Admissions
Phone: (662) 329-7106
Degrees Offered
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Areas of Study
- Art
- Biology
- Business Administration
- Chemistry
- Communication
- Culinary Arts
- Early Childhood Development
- Elementary Education
- English
- Family Science
- History
- Interdisciplinary Studies
- Kinesiology
- Legal Studies
- Mathematics
- Music
- Nursing
- Physical Sciences
- Political Science
- Professional Studies
- Psychology
- Public Health Education
- Spanish
- Speech-Language Pathology
- Theatre
- University Studies
- Women's Gender and Sexuality Studies