Hey folks, I'm looking at the University of Mississippi for my college education. I am curious about student life, can anyone tell me about the student population there? Is it diverse? Do people generally live on or off-campus?
The University of Mississippi, affectionately known as Ole Miss, has a student population that is quite diverse with students from all 50 states and from over 90 foreign countries. Overall, it supports a community of about 23,000 students, of which a good number are out-of-state students, enhancing the cultural diversity of the student body.
As for housing, a significant portion of students (estimated to be around 80%) live off-campus. However, the university guarantees housing for all first-year students, who are required to stay in one of the 15 residence halls unless they're living with family locally. The residence halls do foster a strong sense of community through shared activities and mixers for students interested in on-campus living.
Remember, visiting the campus (virtually or in-person) is a good way to get a feel for student life, the school culture, and to see if the environment may be a good fit for you. General student reviews also indicate a vibrant student life with numerous clubs, organizations, and regular activities happening on campus.
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