Mississippi College is a private university located in Clinton, Mississippi. Founded in 1826, it is the oldest institution of higher learning in the state. Affiliated with the Mississippi Baptist Convention, it operates as a Christian-oriented institution.
As a private university, Mississippi College relies on tuition, donations, and endowments rather than state funding. It offers undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs across various disciplines. Unlike public universities, it has greater autonomy in setting curricula and admission policies while maintaining its religious affiliation.
