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

2025 Recognition Categories

  • Mission & Pride
  • Confidence in Senior Leadership

What makes your college a great place to work?

President's Statement

The University of Mississippi is fortunate to attract extraordinary employees who bring passion and dedication to our campuses daily. They provide a sense of caring and collaboration that defines our culture. This supportive workplace empowers our faculty and staff to create meaningful experiences for our students while advancing our mission of learning, discovery, healthcare and engagement. It's an honor to witness the enthusiasm and fulfillment shared among our employees as they transform our campuses.

Employee Comment

I appreciate the caring atmosphere in my department and at the institutional level. It makes a difference when you feel like senior leaders have your best interests at heart.

Vital Statistics

    Staff

  • Fulltime Admin: 85
  • Fulltime Eps: 1240
  • Fulltime Faculty: 994
  • Fulltime Non-Exempt Staff: 1018
  • Adjunct Count: 209
    • Average Annual Salary

    • Faculty: $124,405
    • Administration: $230,540
    • Exempt Professional Staff: $93,791
    • Non-exempt Staff: $46,551
      • Voluntary Turnover Rate

      • Full-time Faculty: 4.36%
      • Full-time Staff (excluding Faculty): 9.87%
        • 16 Years Recognized
        • 10 Years Honor Roll

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