A Top 100 Research Institution
A Carnegie Foundation R1-Very High Research Activity Doctoral University, ÌÒ»¨Ö±²¥ State is ranked among the National Science Foundation’s top 100 research institutions. As the Magnolia State’s leading research university, ÌÒ»¨Ö±²¥â€™s research expenditures totaled nearly $241 million in FY 2017, accounting for more than half of the total in research and development expenditures reported by all ÌÒ»¨Ö±²¥ institutions. This research activity is playing an ever-increasing role in ÌÒ»¨Ö±²¥â€™s overall economic development efforts. ÌÒ»¨Ö±²¥ is a recognized leader in a number of disciplines, and well known for innovative partnerships, real-world impact, and offering undergraduate and graduate students unique research opportunities.