About Millsaps
Transformation delivered
Our graduates are known for their ability to think critically, communicate effectively and lead impactfully.
At Millsaps, you will not only be challenged to solve problems but also equipped to ask which problems to solve. Strong problem-solving combined with hands-on learning prepares you to move into leadership roles faster.
In fact, 10 years after college, Millsaps grads have the highest average salary from any four-year college or university in Mississippi.
Our students are informed, creative thinkers, career-ready, civic-minded and dedicated to a life of learning, service and meaning.
Get to Know Us
Founded in 1890, Millsaps is a national liberal arts college and is nationally recognized as a one of 44 Colleges that Changes Lives.
Why Millsaps?
Learn more about our commitment to academic excellence, critical thinking and producing graduates who are ready to take on the world.
Areas of Study
A Millsaps College education is designed to encourage critical thinking, reasoned and clear expression, and creative problem solving. Whatever your passion, we pursue these ideals across all disciplines.
Admission & Aid
Start here to build the future you’ve always dreamed about. We are committed to helping make your dreams a reality. Find out how we’re make a Millsaps education accessible and affordable.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is there to do near Millsaps College?
Near Millsaps you’ll find the Mississippi Civil Rights Museum, the Mississippi Museum of Natural Science, the Fondren arts district, and a diverse restaurant scene in Jackson. The campus is approximately 10–15 minutes from the Jackson airport. New Orleans (3 hours) and Memphis (2 hours) are popular weekend road trip destinations for Millsaps students.
What do Millsaps alumni say about their education?
Millsaps alumni consistently praise the personal attention from professors, small class environments, and the strong foundation in critical thinking and communication. Princeton Review describes Millsaps as ‘a school where everybody knows your name.’ Alumni report that the liberal arts foundation and the Millsaps name are recognized and valued by graduate schools and employers across industries.
Latest News
VIDEO: Millsaps College + MC Law: The New Pathway to a Legal Career
It is between two of the best academic institutions, not just in the state of Mississippi, but in this country.
Creating Opportunity: The Neal B. Biggers Jr. Scholarship
I believe he would be grateful to know that his legacy is helping prepare future generations to pursue justice, show mercy and make thoughtful decisions in service to others.
Millsaps College and MC Law Team Up for a Game-Changing Law Pathway
This partnership reflects our commitment to creating innovative academic pathways that prepare Millsaps students for leadership and service. By establishing a faster, more affordable path to earning both a bachelor’s and a law degree, we’re giving our students a head start on their careers.
Millsaps College to Return to the Southern Collegiate Athletic Conference in 2027
Millsaps College will return to the Southern Collegiate Athletic Conference (SCAC) beginning with the 2027-28 academic year, ushering in an exciting new chapter for Majors athletics and reaffirming the College’s commitment to providing an outstanding NCAA Division III student-athlete experience.