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ABOUT RUST
“By their fruits, ye shall know them.”
Rust College is Mississippi’s oldest HBCU and second oldest private college in the state. Deeply rooted in history and legacy, it is also affiliated with the United Methodist Church.
Rust’s class size is 12:1 for an intimate classroom setting perfect for nurturing a connection with students and instructors and a portfolio of academic programs as a premier Liberal Arts institution.
Since 1866, Rust College has been ENTRUSTED with the education of local, national and global leaders and change makers.
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Cadavious M. Jones, PhD Receives Fulbright Award for 2026-2027
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Rust College Announces Dr. Michael Eric Dyson as 160th Commencement Speaker
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Rust College’s Patsy Johnson Named HBCUAC Offensive Player of the Week
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Rust At A Glance
28
Degree Programs
400
Students
7
Intercollegiate Sports
* Source: Office of Institutional Research & Effectiveness – 2023
Explore Our Programs
Business
The Division of Business is committed to delivering a quality undergraduate business program to a diverse student population.
Education
The Division of Education provides both licensure and non-licensure degree programs to aspiring teachers and educators.
Humanities
The Division of Humanities offers courses designed to prepare students for life by providing them the necessary skills and knowledge to continue intellectual and character formation throughout their lives.
Science and Mathematics
The Division of Science and Math is dedicated to delivering a high-quality undergraduate science program tailored to a diverse student population.
Social Sciences
The Division of Social Science is committed to producing graduates who can compete successfully in graduate and professional schools and in a wide range of available occupations.
Welcome Home To Rust College
Welcome home to Rust College and to the historic hills of Holly Springs, Mississippi. We are delighted that you chose to entrust Rust with your education and in part, your future. You will find, at “college mine,” that you are not just a number. You can be a part of the Rust College Bearcat Family!
For almost 160 years, Rust College has been inspiring students just like you to
Rise Up & Stand Tall
. Dig into the history of your new home, and you will find countless numbers of change agents, political activists, nationally and internationally known artists, college presidents, lead primary teachers, award-winning higher education faculty members, medical practitioners, coaches, scientists, and church officials.
See what Bearcat Nation has to offer.
150 Rust Ave
Holly Springs, MS 38635
(662) 252-8000
QUICK LINKS
Bearcat Self-Service
Blackboard
Email Login
Campus News & Events
RC Online
Accessibility Statement
Title IX
Nondiscrimination Policy
Careers
PR Request Form
Web Request Form
Physical Plant Operation
Campus Security
Quick Facts
STAY CONNECTED
Rust College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges to award associate and baccalaureate degrees. Contact the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, Georgia 30003-4097 or call 404-679-5400 for questions about the accreditation of Rust College
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EMBRACE YOUR LEGACY. ENRICH YOUR LIFE.
ENT
RUST
YOUR FUTURE.
Learn More
Apply Now
Cybersecurity Workforce Development
RC Online
Learn More
Click for More Information
ABOUT RUST
“By their fruits, ye shall know them.”
Rust College is Mississippi’s oldest HBCU and second oldest private college in the state. Deeply rooted in history and legacy, it is also affiliated with the United Methodist Church.
Rust’s class size is 12:1 for an intimate classroom setting perfect for nurturing a connection with students and instructors and a portfolio of academic programs as a premier Liberal Arts institution.
Since 1866, Rust College has been ENTRUSTED with the education of local, national and global leaders and change makers.
Enroll Today!
News & Events
View All News
By
JGuthrie
In
Campus News
Cadavious M. Jones, PhD Receives Fulbright Award for 2026-2027
Read Article
By
JGuthrie
In
Campus News
Rust College Announces Dr. Michael Eric Dyson as 160th Commencement Speaker
Read Article
By
JGuthrie
In
Campus News
Rust College’s Patsy Johnson Named HBCUAC Offensive Player of the Week
Read Article
Rust At A Glance
28
Degree Programs
400
Students
7
Intercollegiate Sports
* Source: Office of Institutional Research & Effectiveness – 2023
Explore Our Programs
Business
The Division of Business is committed to delivering a quality undergraduate business program to a diverse student population.
Education
The Division of Education provides both licensure and non-licensure degree programs to aspiring teachers and educators.
Humanities
The Division of Humanities offers courses designed to prepare students for life by providing them the necessary skills and knowledge to continue intellectual and character formation throughout their lives.
Science and Mathematics
The Division of Science and Math is dedicated to delivering a high-quality undergraduate science program tailored to a diverse student population.
Social Sciences
The Division of Social Science is committed to producing graduates who can compete successfully in graduate and professional schools and in a wide range of available occupations.
Welcome Home To Rust College
Welcome home to Rust College and to the historic hills of Holly Springs, Mississippi. We are delighted that you chose to entrust Rust with your education and in part, your future. You will find, at “college mine,” that you are not just a number. You can be a part of the Rust College Bearcat Family!
For almost 160 years, Rust College has been inspiring students just like you to
Rise Up & Stand Tall
. Dig into the history of your new home, and you will find countless numbers of change agents, political activists, nationally and internationally known artists, college presidents, lead primary teachers, award-winning higher education faculty members, medical practitioners, coaches, scientists, and church officials.
See what Bearcat Nation has to offer.
150 Rust Ave
Holly Springs, MS 38635
(662) 252-8000
QUICK LINKS
Bearcat Self-Service
Blackboard
Email Login
Campus News & Events
RC Online
Accessibility Statement
Title IX
Nondiscrimination Policy
Careers
PR Request Form
Web Request Form
Physical Plant Operation
Campus Security
Quick Facts
STAY CONNECTED
Rust College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges to award associate and baccalaureate degrees. Contact the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, Georgia 30003-4097 or call 404-679-5400 for questions about the accreditation of Rust College
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© 2026 Rust College. © 2025 Rust College. | Designed By
KQ Communications
Close Menu
ABOUT
History
Leadership
Campus News
Campus Map
ACADEMICS
Academic Affairs
RC Online
Division Of Business
Division Of Education
Division Of Humanities
Division Of Science and Mathematics
Division Of Social Sciences
Leontyne Price Library
Student Success & Persistence Program
Career Services Center
Office of Institutional Research & Effectiveness
Rust College Weekend B.S.W. Social Work Program
ATHLETICS
ADMISSIONS & AID
Admissions
Financial Aid
REGISTRATION
Registrar
FUTURE STUDENTS
Visit Rust
International Students
Parents
CURRENT STUDENTS
Student Life
Student Housing Form
ADVANCEMENT
Apply
Visit
Give
Bearcat Self-Service
Blackboard
Email Login
Parents
Campus News & Events
RC Online
Campus Security
Information Technology
Human Resources
Upward Bound
Online Payment
Phone Directory