University of Mississippi Reviews

The drug scene at Ole miss is...

The drug scene at Ole miss is there, but it depends on who you hang out with. Usually it's just smoking weed, but there are a good amount of people that do harder drugs like cocaine. Drinking is much more the drug of choice at Ole Miss.

Transportation is awful in Oxford ...

Transportation is awful in Oxford We need more buses or something to help us get to classes.

It is very convenient. The transit...

It is very convenient. The transit system makes numerous stops throughout the day on campus.

We have public transportation, but...

We have public transportation, but because of the small size of our city, transportation is not a big issue.

I'm not sure about drugs, but...

I'm not sure about drugs, but campus policies about drinking are pretty lax. There are a lot of rules, but none of them are too strictly enforced.

The atmosphere is amazing, quaint,...

The atmosphere is amazing, quaint, and artsy. There are tons of great food and shopping. There are many events in town, such as Double Decker weekend and the famous tailgating during football season.

Public transportation is getting...

Public transportation is getting better in Oxford. We do have a free bus that runs to campus. Various apartments have shuttles that you can take to class as well.

There aren't many parties on...

There aren't many parties on campus. The bars off campus are for students 21-and-up. The clubs off campus admit students over 18. Some good spots are Illusions Sports Bar or The Library. Trust me, it's nothing like an ordinary library!

Campus police are very strict...

Campus police are very strict about drugs, drinking, and other campus regulations. I'm not sure exactly what the consequences are, but I know that they can get pretty severe.

The drug scene at Ole Miss is...

The drug scene at Ole Miss is undetected. That is, students know how to hide their activities.

Oxford is not very big, but it's...

Oxford is not very big, but it's bigger than what I'm used to. The best thing to do is go out to eat at the good restaurants Oxford has to offer. There are many places to choose from. There are no other universities that are near UM, but Mississippi has plenty more to choose from.

Most of the parties on campus...

Most of the parties on campus happen in either the dorms or frat houses. Many of the clubs are 18-and-up and contain mostly freshmen. So if want to get away from the younger crowd, go to bars that are for 21-and-up.

There is a public transit system...

There is a public transit system in Oxford, but it only runs until 7 p.m. So if you need to be picked up late at night, you may as well call a friend. The bus does run all around Oxford, such as to Wal-Mart and the Square.

Public transportation at Ole Miss...

Public transportation at Ole Miss is a work in progress.

The alcohol policy on campus is...

The alcohol policy on campus is pretty transparent. Basically, don't get caught and you'll be fine. If you go about flaunting that you're drinking, you'll most likely get what's coming to you. However, if you're smart about it and respect the rules, you'll be just fine. Use your head.

It's very convenient. We have a...

It's very convenient. We have a transit system that runs from campus to town. Plus, the Square is within walking distance.

The local atmosphere is pretty...

The local atmosphere is pretty darn cool! Oxford is a small town, and the Courthouse Square is surrounded by restaurants, art galleries, shops, and two great bookstores. There is always live music going on at night. Just go downtown, and you'll find something.

I would make sure that you pack...

I would make sure that you pack for all kinds of weather. We can have 80-degrees days in December and snow in March. The weather really varies.

Campus policies are very strict on...

Campus policies are very strict on campus and try to rid the image of Ole Miss as a party school. Just know that it's not worth it to drink and drive!

From what I have heard, public...

From what I have heard, public transportation is pretty convenient.

Diversity at the University of...

Diversity at the University of Mississippi is pretty rare. I think that a lot of students at Ole Miss are conservative, and many don't want to hear about others issues. It's very sad. At the same time, there are some who support different lifestyles and do not judge. It all depends on who you hang around with.

The bars are crowded since there...

The bars are crowded since there are so few. Frat parties are nasty.

The Union is good, but the JC...

The Union is good, but the JC isn't. Don't get a huge meal plan unless you're a freshman. In fact, don't get a meal plan if you're not a freshman.

The computer labs are generally...

The computer labs are generally crowded unless you get there well ahead of time. Certainly bring your own. The wireless Internet is great, so make sure you have a wireless card.

The library on campus is an...

The library on campus is an incredibly gorgeous building with a very impressive collection. The Student Center is not anything special, simply a place to buy books and get lunch. The athletic facilities, however, are top-notch. The Turner Center, our fitness center, is very well supplied and staffed with an indoor pool, huge weight room, and tons of exercise equipment.