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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Latest News
Millsaps and JPS Create New College Pathway for Jackson Students
Millsaps offers a renewable undergraduate scholarship covering at least 50% of tuition to JPS scholars who meet the college’s standard admissions requirements.
President’s Scholars & Dean’s Scholars for Spring 2026
Congratulations to our Spring 2026 President’s and Dean’s List Scholars!!
Alumni Spotlight: Dorothea Staursky
At the core of Dorothea’s leadership philosophy is a principle she first embraced at Millsaps: Ad Excellentiam – toward excellence.
Millsaps Sophomore Joel Vaughn Awarded Rural Physicians Scholarship
Joel has demonstrated the balance of a commitment to excellence, alongside a clear desire to give back to communities that need physicians the most.