Colleges in Mississippi: Costs, Earnings, and ROI
Total Schools
16
Avg In-State Tuition
$15,387
Avg 10yr Earnings
$42,534
Avg Debt
$24,871
Mississippi vs National Average
Best ROI Schools in Mississippi
| School | Type | Net Price | 10yr Earnings | ROI |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of Mississippi | Public | $13,314 | $50,994 | 8.6 |
| Mississippi University for Women | Public | $12,411 | $46,128 | 8.3 |
| Mississippi Valley State University | Public | $9,686 | $31,919 | 7.2 |
| Delta State University | Public | $13,540 | $41,991 | 6.8 |
| William Carey University | Private Nonprofit | $14,258 | $43,087 | 6.5 |
| Belhaven University | Private Nonprofit | $15,676 | $46,440 | 6.4 |
| Mississippi State University | Public | $17,595 | $51,513 | 6.3 |
| Alcorn State University | Public | $13,265 | $36,421 | 5.9 |
| Rust College | Private Nonprofit | $12,587 | $32,275 | 5.4 |
| Millsaps College | Private Nonprofit | $26,034 | $53,848 | 4.2 |
Most Affordable in Mississippi
| School | Net Price | 10yr Earnings |
|---|---|---|
| Mississippi Valley State University | $9,686 | $31,919 |
| Mississippi University for Women | $12,411 | $46,128 |
| Rust College | $12,587 | $32,275 |
| Alcorn State University | $13,265 | $36,421 |
| University of Mississippi | $13,314 | $50,994 |
| Delta State University | $13,540 | $41,991 |
| William Carey University | $14,258 | $43,087 |
| Belhaven University | $15,676 | $46,440 |
| Tougaloo College | $17,043 | $34,724 |
| Mississippi State University | $17,595 | $51,513 |
Highest Earning Graduates in Mississippi
| School | 10yr Earnings | Median Debt |
|---|---|---|
| Millsaps College | $53,848 | $27,000 |
| Mississippi State University | $51,513 | $22,142 |
| University of Mississippi | $50,994 | $20,000 |
| Mississippi College | $47,485 | $22,500 |
| Belhaven University | $46,440 | $26,333 |
| Mississippi University for Women | $46,128 | $15,000 |
| University of Southern Mississippi | $44,140 | $22,500 |
| William Carey University | $43,087 | $20,832 |
| Delta State University | $41,991 | $20,390 |
| Blue Mountain Christian University | $40,421 | $18,534 |
Public vs Private in Mississippi
Public (8 schools)
Avg Net Price: $15,669
Avg 10yr Earnings: $42,771
Private Nonprofit (7 schools)
Avg Net Price: $19,618
Avg 10yr Earnings: $42,611
Data source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.