• Control: Public
  • Carnegie Classification: Doctoral Universities
  • Institution: 4 Year
  • Enrollment: Large

2025 Recognition Categories

  • Job Satisfaction & Support
  • Compensation & Benefits
  • Professional Development
  • Mission & Pride
  • Supervisor/Department Chair Effectiveness
  • Confidence in Senior Leadership
  • Faculty & Staff Well-being
  • Shared Governance
  • Faculty Experience

What makes your college a great place to work?

President's Statement

Mississippi State University's faculty and staff recognize and value the positive difference MSU is making in the lives of our students and in the many communities we serve. This sense of purpose reflects our institutional values of integrity, hard work, and respect for others. We are widely recognized for a welcoming culture and beautiful campus as well. All of these factors add up to a workplace experience that is truly special, meaningful, and fulfilling.

Employee Comment

I most appreciate the support of the institution. As an employee, they are very dedicated to ensuring I grow professionally. They provide access to materials to help me grow at my own pace. They are also very intentional about checking in with me to make sure that not only our professional life is well, but our mental and personal lives as well. They genuinely care about you as a complete person and not just an employee.

Vital Statistics

    Staff

  • Fulltime Admin: 778
  • Fulltime Eps: 1793
  • Fulltime Faculty: 1285
  • Fulltime Non-Exempt Staff: 1242
  • Adjunct Count: 259
    • Average Annual Salary

    • Faculty: $109,644
    • Administration: $188,332
    • Exempt Professional Staff: $72,673
    • Non-exempt Staff: $37,064
      • Voluntary Turnover Rate

      • Full-time Faculty: 6.92%
      • Full-time Staff (excluding Faculty): 11.35%
        • 11 Years Recognized
        • 10 Years Honor Roll

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