Future Graduate Students
The College of Liberal Arts is proud to house graduate programs that span the fine and performing arts, humanities, natural sciences and mathematics, and social sciences.
Join our R-1 University Community
The University of Mississippi is designated as a R-1 Highest Research Activity university by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education, placing us in an elite group of 2.5% of universities nationwide.
Why does the R1 designation matter to students? They will have world-class faculty members bringing new discoveries and techniques into the classroom, lab, and studio. In the College of Liberal Arts, both undergraduate and graduate students work alongside faculty, gaining the kind of deep mentorship and education that will reap benefits for a lifetime.
We welcome you to learn about the opportunities to follow your passion while gaining the skills needed for life and your career.
Graduate Education Built Around Students
As both the State flagship and an R1 institution, UM provides a unique opportunity to engage in cutting-edge research and creative scholarship grounded in improving communities within Mississippi and beyond. CLA graduate students enjoy the benefits of our faculty’s academic prowess paired with a strong tradition of mentorship. We support your professional development through rich engagement in the academic discipline, engagement with communities off campus, and professional networking. The College also provides opportunities to hone critical leadership skills through participation on University and College-wide governing bodies. With the skills, networks, and strong mentorship, our graduates place well after graduation in many career areas where they also serve as change agents. We look forward to having you join our community!
Anne Elizabeth Marie Cafer
Associate Dean for Research, Scholarship and Graduate Education and Associate Professor of Sociology
The Next Step in Your Education
Here's a quick look at all the graduate programs we offer.
Department | Graduate Programs |
| Art & Art History | Art (MFA, with emphases in ceramics, painting, printmaking, sculpture) |
| Biology | Biological Science (MS, PhD) |
| Center for the Study of Southern Culture | Documentary Expression (MFA) |
| Center for the Study of Southern Culture | Southern Studies (MA) |
| Chemistry & Biochemistry | Chemistry (MS, DA, PhD) |
| College of Liberal Arts | Medieval Studies (minor) |
| Economics | Economics (MA, PhD) |
| English | Creative Writing (MFA) |
| English | English (MA, PhD) |
| History | History (MA, PhD) |
| Mathematics | Mathematics (MA, MS, PhD) |
| Modern Languages | Modern Languages (MA with emphases in Applied Linguistics and TESOL; Languages - French, German, Spanish); Linguistics |
| Modern Languages | TESOL certificate |
| Modern Languages | Second Language Studies (PhD with emphases in Applied Linguistics and Spanish) |
| Music | Music (MM with emphases in Choral Conducting, Collaborative Piano, Ethnomusicology, Music Education, Music Performance - Instrumental, Piano, Vocal - Music Theory, Musicology) |
| Music | Music (PhD with emphasis in Music Education) |
| Philosophy & Religion | Philosophy (MA) |
| Physics & Astronomy | Physics (MA, MS, PhD) |
| Political Science | Political Science (MA, PhD) |
| Psychology | Psychology (PhD with emphases in Clinical Psychology, Experimental Psychology) |
| Sarah Isom Center for Women and Gender Studies | Interdisciplinary Studies (MA, MS, with emphases in Gender Studies) |
| Sociology & Anthropology | Anthropology (MA) |
| Sociology & Anthropology | Sociology (MA) |
Supporting Your Dreams
Learn how our student-centered, graduate school experience sets us apart from other institutions and helps prepare you for your future.
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Prospective Graduate Students
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Diverse Graduate Programs
Ph.D. in Physics
M.F.A. in Art, emphasis in painting
Ph.D. in Psychology, emphasis in Clinical Psychology
M.A. in Anthropology
Ph.D. in History
Ph.D. in Biological Science
Ph.D. in Mathematics
M.F.A. in Creative Writing
Ph.D. in Second Language Studies, emphasis in Applied Linguistics
M.A. in Documentary Expression