Outcome figures are institution wide, from the US Department of Education College Scorecard.
GRENot required
Optional, considered if submitted
English test (TOEFL or IELTS)See policy
Official English proficiency test scores (within 2 years of applying to the program) for non-native English speakers.
Minimum GPASee policy
3.0
Recommendation lettersRequired
3 letters
Prior degreeSee policy
Bachelor's and Master's
Statement of purposeRequired
“Evidence (official transcripts) of an awarded baccalaureate degree and master s degree in a related field from an accredited college or university.”
“Evidence of academic excellence and readiness (GPA or GPA equivalent 3.0 during master s coursework).”
“Three letters of recommendation preferably from research mentors and/or academic professors familiar with research, academic, and professional qualifications that demonstrate readiness for a doctoral program.”
Extracted from olemiss.edu (opens in new tab) and gradschool.olemiss.edu (opens in new tab) · latest recorded check 2026-09-08