University of Mississippi
About
The University of Mississippi, affectionately known as Ole Miss, is a premier flagship research institution renowned for its nationally top-ranked Patterson School of Accountancy, the highly selective Sally McDonnell Barksdale Honors College, and prestigious programs in pharmacy and journalism. Students enjoy a vibrant campus culture anchored by passionate SEC school spirit, an active Greek system, and a warm, welcoming community steeped in Southern hospitality. What truly sets the university apart is its breathtaking, oak-canopied campus—frequently named among the nation’s most beautiful—and "The Grove," a legendary 10-acre park that hosts the country’s most celebrated and sophisticated game-day tailgating experience.
Wikipedia:The University of Mississippi is a public research university in Oxford, Mississippi, United States. The university's medical center is located in Jackson, Mississippi.
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University of Mississippi accepts the Common Application. All Common App schools require the personal statement essay. Some schools also require supplemental essays — check the school's page on Common App for current prompts and word limits.
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