Frequently Asked Questions

The application is done through the University Graduate School at the following link: Graduate Admissions

Yes, student can complete the MS LTT taking only on-line courses. The students also have the option to take courses on hybrid and /or face to face format.

Graduate Tuition and Fees can be found at following link: Graduate School Fees

Please note that online-classes should not be charged the “out-of-state” fee because they are considered in residence. So, if you take all classes on-line the complete tuition cost of the MSLTT is a little bit over ten thousand dollars.

Some courses might have an additional fees that cover books, meals during the in-person, and special technology needed for the program

Students are admitted to the MSLTT three times a year and the application deadlines are as follows:

• Students starting in the Fall must complete application by (June 15)
• Students starting in the Spring must complete application by (October 15)
• Students starting in the Summer must complete application by (March 15)

Students can initiate the program in the fall (August), spring (January) or summer (May) semester.

The following link provides the Academic Calendar for upcoming terms.

The Master of Science in Logistics, Trade and Transportation requires 30 total hours. Full time students can complete the MS LTT in one year by taking 12 hours in the fall, 12 hours in the spring, and 6 hours in the summer. Working professional studying part-time could complete the MS LTT in two years by taking 3-6 hours during falls, springs and summers.

Yes, This Master program is designed to be flexible and meet the needs of the working professionals.

No, There is no minimum GRE scores required. The admission process is holistic, comparative and competitive. Applicants should aim to submit their best application. Admissions are based on all materials submitted including GPA, GRE scores, Letters of Recommendation, Statement of Purpose and Goal, Fitness to the program, etc.

The Master of Science in Logistics, Trade and Transportation requires 30 total hours. Full time students can complete the MS LTT in one year by taking 12 hours in the fall, 12 hours in the spring, and 6 hours in the summer. Working professional studying part-time could complete the MS LTT in two years by taking 3-6 hours during falls, springs and summers.

Yes, Graduate assistantships are available for full time students pursuing an M.S. degree with regular admission

Students with an assistantship can receive up to a full tuition waiver, including out-of-state tuition and a stipend.

Yes, the university has a career services program that assists students in finding jobs post graduation.

Yes, In addition to the Master of Science in Logistics, Trade and Transportation students can receive a certificate in Economic Development (if the proper courses for the certificate are taken).

Yes, There is a processing fee to print and issue the certificate.

Students admitted to the program should immediately prepare PLAN OF STUDY and REGISTER following the steps below according to the starting semester:

• Steps for Student Starting in the Fall (due before July 15th)
• Steps for Student Starting in the Spring (due before November 15th)
• Steps for Student Starting in the Summer (due before April 15th)

Students in the program should EVERY SEMESTER be advised following the steps below according to the starting semester:

• Steps for Returning Student taking classes in the Fall (due before July 1st)
• Steps for Returning Student taking classes in the Spring (due before October 1st)
• Steps for Returning Student taking classes in the Summer (due before April 1st)

A student admitted to the MS LTT on “Conditional Status” must obtain on the first 9 graduate level credit hours a GPA of 3.0 or above. Student in “Conditional Status” shall follow all the instruction in the FAQ titled “What do I need to do every semester to register for course”. However, the student must wait until the grades are posted to register for the courses. If a student fails to maintain a GPA of 3.0 or above on the first 9 graduate level credit hours, the student will be expulsed from the MSLTT without recourse.

Advisement is an opportunity for the students and advisor to select the courses that the student will be taking the upcoming semester and defining the plan of study to complete the MS LTT degree. It is the responsibility of the student to seek advisement every semester. During advisement an advisement form must be filled out and signed by student and advisor (See Sample Advisement Form)

New students starting into the MS LTT should seek advisement as soon as they receive the acceptance letter. Returning students are responsible to schedule advisement for October (for Spring Courses) and March (for Summer and Fall Course).

Contact the Center for Logistics, Trade and Transportation – Director, Tulio Sulbaran, at Tulio.Sulbaran@usm.edu or 601.266.6419 to set-up an advisement meeting via telephone.

During your first advisement, you and your advisor should complete the FIRST Draft of your “Plan of Study” then during your second advisement your “Plan of Study” must be finalized signed and submitted to Ms. Dale Hill.

All students must be advised prior to enrolling in classes for the next semester. Once you have been advised, a staff member will clear you (flag your account). This step allows you to access SOAR and add your classes.

To avoid late fee, please be sure to get advised and registered on your courses prior to the deadline provided in the Billing Schedule & Due Dates section (choose the term that applies).

Students must enroll in at least 12 credit hours in order to have full-time status in the spring and fall semesters and at least 6 credit hours in the summer semester in order to have full-time status .

Yes, Students start and end classes on the same date as the in-person students do. The calendar for each term can be seen at Academic Calendar.