University of Mississippi Student Housing Acquired by Morgan Stanley JV

Deal News | Jun 16, 2025 | Morgan Stanley (MSCP)

Morgan Stanley Investment Management, through its Morgan Stanley Real Estate Investing (MSREI) arm, in partnership with The Scion Group, has announced their acquisition of a student housing portfolio located in Oxford, Mississippi, home to the University of Mississippi. This joint venture marks a substantial investment of $262 million. The collaboration seeks to tap into the growing demand for student accommodations, providing state-of-the-art facilities to meet the evolving needs of university students. This strategic move highlights the continued interest and investment activity in the sector, as investors forecast sustained demand in educational establishments and their associated housing needs.

Sectors

  • Real Estate
  • Education

Geography

  • United States – The student housing portfolio is located in Oxford, Mississippi, USA.
  • Mississippi – The specific geographical focus is on Oxford, Mississippi, where the University of Mississippi is located.

Industry

  • Real Estate – The transaction involves the acquisition of student housing properties, which are part of the real estate sector.
  • Education – The properties being acquired serve the educational community of the University of Mississippi.

Financials

  • $262 million – The total investment value for the acquisition of the student housing portfolio.

Participants

NameRoleTypeDescription
Morgan Stanley Investment ManagementInvestment FirmCompanyMorgan Stanley's investment fund arm, facilitating real estate transactions through MSREI.
Morgan Stanley Real Estate InvestingInvestorCompanyMorgan Stanley's division focused on handling real estate investments.
The Scion GroupOperator and InvestorCompanyA private company that focuses on the acquisition and management of student housing.
University of MississippiLocationOtherThe institution around which the acquired student housing properties are situated.