This report presents tables, graphs, and maps detailing the status of Mississippi state institutions of higher learning as of January 2000. Section 1, "Profile," offers summary tables on funding history; Mississippi compared with other Southern states on average appropriation per full-time equivalent (FTE) student and average full-time faculty salaries; faculty salary comparisons at regional, urban, and comprehensive institutions; percentage of total operating budget funded by state appropriations or self-generated sources; yearly tuition and required fees; and resident and nonresident undergraduate tuition and required fees. Section 2, "Enrollment, Graduation Rates, and Degrees," provides tables on total headcount enrollment by level, race, county, race and gender, residence, and first-time transfer students from public community colleges; undergraduate headcount enrollment for students over age 24 years; total FTE enrollment by level; total degrees by race; and graduation rates for entering freshmen. Section 3, "Appropriations FY 1999," presents appropriation figures for fiscal years 1999 and 2000, noting allocation of general support and total operating budget. Section 4, "Budget Request FY 2001," presents consolidated appropriation request, appropriation request, and general support request for 2001. Section 5, Student Financial Aid," presents tables on trends in student financial aid and specific awards. (SM)