Master’s Initiative

In an effort to globalize our campus at all academic and social levels, the University of Mississippi has undertaken a project known as the Master’s Initiative. This project brings students from approved exchange partners to UM to complete a full advanced degree. Students from any academic background are encouraged to apply but must be nominated by their home institution.

Each institution that is part of this initiative is eligible to send 1 student per academic year to UM to begin their program. While on campus, Master’s Initiative students will receive tuition and health insurance benefits at no cost and a graduate assistantship of $800 per month for the 9-month year. The student is responsible for budgeting housing and meal expenses, textbooks, the student health center visit, personal expenses, travel expenses, and any special class fees.

Application materials include the following:

  • Application Form (click here) (pages 2 through 4)
  • Affidavit of Financial Support (click here)
  • Letter of Recommendation
  • Official TOEFL Score
  • Official GRE and/or GMAT Score
  • Official Transcripts from Home Institution

Since graduate admittance is handled individually by each department, there may be supplemental materials required to complete your application that are not listed here. Please consult the department you are interested in to see what additional documents are necessary.

Applications and all required documentation should be forwarded by your international advisor to:

Blair McElroy
Study Abroad Office 
The University of Mississippi
359 Martindale
P.O. Box 187
University, MS  38677
USA

If your university is not a partner in our Master’s Initiative, but you are interested in graduate programs at the University of Mississippi, contact our International Programs Office http://www.studyatusa.org/index.html for information on how to apply for general international admittance.

If you have any questions or concerns about our program, please contact us by one of the following methods:

Phone: 001-662-915-1508
Fax: 001-662-915-6798
E-mail: exchange@olemiss.edu