Where can I locate information on COVID-19?
COVID-19 information and resources are available at www.msstate.edu/covid19.
Campus Life/Resources
When do students typically begin searching for off-campus housing?
Students typically begin searching for next year’s off-campus housing at least six months in advance.
Where can I find information about off-campus housing?
The Office of Off-Campus Student Services (OCSS) helps students who are currently, or considering, living off campus. OCSS strives to provide students with the resources necessary to have a positive off-campus experience. Learn more at ocss.msstate.edu.
Is there university sponsored housing for students with children?
Mississippi State’s housing partner, Greystar, allows students with children to reside in our new upper-division residential community, College View. All leasing policies and requirements are facilitated by College View. There are no particular policies governing this and the student leases are facilitated through College View, not Mississippi State.
How does my student receive housing accommodations based on a disability?
A student can receive testing accommodations for a documented disability by registering with Disability Support Services (DSS.) To register, students should complete the online application under “Academic Records” in myBanner and choose “Disability Support Services Application.”
Once the student completes the application and provides the appropriate documentation, DSS will conduct an intake appointment to go over how to receive accommodations based on the particular disability.
Can you choose your roommate?
Yes. Mississippi State Housing and Residence Life will make every effort to assign students to the same room as his or her preferred roommate as long as each student mutually requests each other by the priority deadline. For new Fall students, the Freshmen deadline is April 1. For new Spring students, the deadline is November 30. For information regarding housing visit www.housing.msstate.edu.
What is Mississippi State’s residency requirement?
Mississippi State's Freshman Residency Requirement requires freshman students enrolled in twelve (12) or more semester credit hours to reside in University Student Housing. This requirement excludes summer sessions and is applicable until the attainment of sophomore standing (30 semester credit hours), or the receipt of an exemption from the Department of Housing and Residence Life.
Read the Freshman Residency Requirement Policy.
How can students get involved with student organizations on campus?
Whether your students are looking to find a place where they will fit in, or simply making the most of their leisure time, the Center for Student Activities offers a wide variety of ways to get involved in campus life. Mississippi State boasts over 400 student organizations which provide an ample amount of ways for students to get involved, meet other people, and make the most of their college experience.
Do you have a student counseling center?
Mississippi State’s Counseling Center is staffed by licensed psychologists, licensed professional counselors, and social workers to provide comprehensive services for personal, social, developmental, and general mental health needs. As part of the services they offer both individual and group counseling. More information regarding services can be found at www.counseling.msstate.edu.
How does my student receive academic accommodations based on a disability?
A student can receive testing accommodations for a documented disability by registering with Disability Support Services (DSS.) To register, students should complete the online application under “Academic Records” in myBanner and choose “Disability Support Services Application.”
Once the student completes the application and provides the appropriate documentation, DSS will conduct an intake appointment to go over how to receive accommodations based on the particular disability.