Tuition

Ranked #1 Most Affordable Online University in the Nation

Ranked #1 Most Affordable Online University in the Nation

Southern Miss offers you an affordable pathway toward achieving your academic goals. We provide quality courses at a low cost. In addition to being a great value, Southern Miss waives out-of-state tuition for fully online programs. If you need financial aid, or would like to apply for a scholarship, visit our Online Scholarship page.

Undergraduate Degree

Undergraduate Degree

Full Time

12-19 HOURS

Cost per Semester:
$4,809

Cost per Year:
$9,618

Part Time

1-11 HOURS

Cost per Hour:
$401.59

Cost per 3-Hour Credit Course:
$1,204.77

Graduate Degree

Graduate Degree

Full Time

9-13 HOURS

Cost per Semester:
$4,809

Cost per Year:
$9,618

Part Time

1-8 HOURS

Cost per Hour:
$535.12

Cost per 3-Hour Credit Course:
$1,605.36

*The prices above do not include the Online Delivery Fee of $20 per credit hour

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Fees

The prices above reflect the average annual cost of a degree offered at The University of Southern Mississippi. Additional course fees may apply and are specific to the courses in which you are enrolled. Course fees may include, but are not limited to textbooks, course materials, labs, and proctoring. Additional course fees may apply and range between $20 — $150 per credit hour. For more information about general tuition and fees, please visit Business Services.

SCHOLARSHIPS + FINANCIAL AID

We understand the importance of scholarships and financial aid during your time at Southern Miss. Below are funding opportunities that we encourage our students to research and apply for. 

Undergraduate Resources

Graduate Resources

To apply to any scholarship, students must be admitted to Southern Miss.

For more information about funding opportunities, please visit the Office of Financial Aid’s page to read more about important files, alternate loans, federal student aid, relief aid, and more! 

Office of Financial Aid | 601.266.4774 | financial.aid@usm.edu