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It is possible to get into an MS programme at the American College of Traditional Chinese Medicine (ACTCM) without prior work experience. While work experience can be a valuable asset in the application process, it is not an absolute requirement for admission. The university will consider your overall profile, including your academic record, personal statement, and letters of recommendation. 

The University of Southern Mississippi ranking in the USA is #342 in 2025. This is the ranking published by U.S. News & World Report for the 2025 edition of the national universities category. It also ranks at #183 in the Top Public schools category in 2025. A few of the factors considered for ranking purpose are outcomes, expert opinion, financial resources, faculty resources, etc.

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Applicants must have completed the Maharashtra State Board of Higher & Secondary Education or an equivalent programme from another Board with a minimum cumulative score of 45% (40% reserved category) to be considered for admission to Jai Hind College.

• For students in the general category, the cut-off percentage for the BA programme often falls between 85% and 90%.
• The BSc programme typically has a cut-off rate between 80% and 90%.
• The BCom programme normally demands a percentage between 90% and 95% for the general category.
• Higher cut-offs are normal for (BMM, BMS, BAF, etc.) courses; they range from 90% to 95%.

The University of Southern Mississippi is ranked at at #1724 in 2025, #1601 in 2024 and #1585 in the Best Global Universities category in 2023. This shows that there has been a decline in the university’s global rankings. A few factors considered for the ranking are global research reputation, conferences, normalized citation impact, regional research reputation, etc.

A few names included in the list of Southern Miss notable alumni are given below:

The University of Southern Mississippi housing rate varies as per the type of accommodation and occupancy. Given below are the housing rates for the academic year 2025-26:

The University of Southern Miss offers on-campus housing facility to first-year students. After getting admitted to the university, students shall be able to apply for housing by logging into the university’s housing portal. The housing options are Century Park, Vann Hall, Hillcrest Hall, Scott Hall, etc. The housing rates vary as per the occupancy and type of accommodation.

The Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission released the TNPSC Group 2 notification online only. The Commission released the Combined Competitive Group 2 exam notification. The TNPSC Group 2 notification was released in May 2024. 

The University of Southern Mississippi cost for international students varies as per the courses. The course-wise estimated tuition fees is given below:

Cost of Living: USM cost of living for the academic year 2024-25 is given below for out-of-state students:

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To take admission to USM MS in Computer Science, international applicants are required to have an undergraduate degree with a minimum GPA of 2.75 (achieved in the last 60 hours of undergraduate coursework). Other admission requirements are given below:

• Official transcripts and degree certificates or diplomas from all previous colleges or universities attended
• TOEFL / IELTS / PTE
• GRE / GMAT / MAT score (as required)
• Statement of Purpose or writing samples
• 3 Letters of recommendation
• Immunization of records

English language proficiency test scores that are accepted at Southern Miss are IELTS / TOEFL / PTE. The minimum score required in PTE is 54. For other tests, the minimum score requirement is given below:

The University of Southern Mississippi admission requirements are given below:

Undergraduate

• International applicants should be 17 years by the 1st day of classes
• A 2.5 GPA in core academic subjects
• Copies of high school transcripts
• Proof of English language proficiency
• SAT / ACT scores (test-optional)

Graduate

• Minimum GPA in undergraduate coursework
• Good standing in the last institution attended
• Official transcripts of all previous colleges or universities attended
• TOEFL / PTE / PTE scores
• 3 Letters of recommendation
• Statement of purpose or writing samples
• Immunization of records

The institute has not released the branch-wise stats. The overall placement data is out which are mentioned below:

The University of Southern Mississippi graduate applications are reviewed by graduate admissions staff, usually within 3-5 days of submitting the application. Then, the applications are forwarded to the academic unit for review. Note that each program’s review process and timeline is different. To know the admission timelines, the applicants can contact the office of the anticipated major. Students are going to be notified about the admission decision via email.

The University of Southern Mississippi admission intakes are Fall and Spring. UG applicants can apply via Common Application or the direct UG application link of the university and graduate applicants can apply university specific application link. Southern Miss application deadlines are listed below:

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