Sally McDonnell Barksdale Honors College

The Sally McDonnell Barksdale Honors College is an undergraduate program at the University of Mississippi in Oxford that offers advanced academic opportunities for high-achieving students. The program includes specialized coursework, research opportunities, and a required capstone project that students complete.

The college was founded in 1997 through funding from Jim and Sally Barksdale as the university expanded its commitment to top-tier education. The program later gained recognition from Reader's Digest as among the nation's best honors colleges.

Students engage in semester projects that link their academic work with local communities across Mississippi. These initiatives allow participants to apply what they learn directly within the region.

Visitors can explore the campus building during regular academic hours, and it is easy to locate as it is clearly marked as an academic facility. Those wanting to learn more about the program should visit the main building, where staff can provide information about admission and available courses.

The program requires students to complete 30 hours of advanced coursework while maintaining a minimum cumulative grade average of 3.5 throughout their time. This demanding requirement sets the program apart from other honors programs and demonstrates its commitment to academic rigor.

GPS coordinates: 34.36739,-89.53200

Latest update: December 13, 2025 11:42