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College costs in Mississippi

Last checked: 2026-10-26

This page lists the 2 pilot schools in Mississippi that are covered in this pilot. The lowest published total cost among them is $28,952 at University of Mississippi, for one year, in state. The full list of 300 pilot schools is on the homepage, and selection for the pilot is explained on the methodology page.

Mississippi averages

FigureAverage
Total cost for one year, in state$29,203
Total cost for one year, out of state$46,370
Average net price for one year$15,713
Acceptance rate87.0%

Averages on this page are simple averages across the pilot schools in Mississippi that publish each figure. They describe the schools listed on this site, not every college in the state.

Schools in Mississippi ranked by total cost

SchoolCityTotal cost, in stateTotal cost, out of stateAverage net price
University of MississippiUniversity$28,952$46,520$14,946
Mississippi State UniversityMississippi State$29,454$46,219$16,480

Schools in Mississippi ranked by acceptance rate

SchoolAcceptance rate, fall 2023ApplicantsAdmitted
Mississippi State University76.3%20,87715,934
University of Mississippi97.8%27,83727,218

Frequently asked questions

How much does college cost in Mississippi?

Across the 2 pilot schools in Mississippi that publish a total cost, the simple average total cost for one year is $29,203 for in state students. Individual schools on this page range from $28,952 upward.

What is the cheapest pilot school in Mississippi on this site?

By published total cost for one year, the lowest is University of Mississippi at $28,952 for in state students. Average net price can change the order, because grant aid differs by school.

What is the average acceptance rate in Mississippi?

Across the 2 pilot schools in Mississippi that publish a rate, the simple average acceptance rate is 87.0% for fall 2023.

Are these every college in Mississippi?

No. This pilot covers 300 schools nationwide, chosen by measured search demand, selectivity, and enrollment, with at least one school in every state. The Mississippi page lists only the pilot schools in the state.

Sources: the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System and College Scorecard, United States Department of Education. See the methodology page for sources, years, and how averages are worked out.