Tuition
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
Full Time
12-19 HOURS
Cost per Semester:
$4,999
Cost per Year:
$9,998
Part Time
1-11 HOURS
Cost per Hour:
$416.59
Cost per 3-Hour Credit Course:
$1,249.77
Graduate Degree
Full Time
9-13 HOURS
Cost per Semester:
$4,999
Cost per Year:
$9,998
Part Time
1-8 HOURS
Cost per Hour:
$556.12
Cost per 3-Hour Credit Course:
$1,668.36
*The prices above do not include the Online Delivery Fee or other course fees.
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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
