Research and Innovation
The University of Southern Mississippi is one of only 76 public universities to earn the Carnegie Foundation’s designation of "higher research activity" for doctoral universities.
Researchers Test Advanced Helmet Cushioning Technology
$135 million
Economic impact from research activities in 2014-2015
$17 million
National Science Foundation research funding currently held by faculty
#1
The leader in marine education and research along the Gulf of Mexico
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The record number of freshmen contributed to a preliminary total enrollment of 14,743 in Fall 2018, an increase over the Fall 2017 mark of 14,478. The Fall 2018 total enrollment figure is the most at the institution since 2014.