Cheapest Biochemistry Colleges in Mississippi

Mississippi's public universities dominate biochemistry affordability with net costs under $16,000, while private options reach $25,291 annually. The University of Mississippi accepts 97% of applicants at just $13,164 net cost, making molecular biology education accessible to most students. Mississippi's growing biotechnology sector, anchored by the University of Mississippi Medical Center and emerging pharmaceutical research facilities, creates regional demand for biochemistry graduates despite the single reported earning figure of $20,140.

Programs

$13,164 – $25,291

Net Price Range

$20,140

Avg. Program Earnings

60.2%

Avg. Graduation Rate

5 Biochemistry, Biophysics and Molecular Biology Programs

Program rankings
#	School	Net Price	In-State Tuition	Graduation Rate	Acceptance Rate
1	University of Mississippi University, Mississippi	$13,164	$9,412	68.5%	97.4%
2	Mississippi State University Mississippi State, Mississippi	$15,501	$9,815	62.9%	75.2%
3	Mississippi College Clinton, Mississippi	$20,911	$21,698	62.8%	40.0%
4	Belhaven University Jackson, Mississippi	$22,078	$29,195	51.1%	42.6%
5	Millsaps College Jackson, Mississippi	$25,291	$43,815	55.5%	67.8%

Frequently Asked Questions

What explains the $12,127 cost difference between Mississippi's cheapest and most expensive biochemistry programs?

Public universities like Ole Miss ($13,164) and Mississippi State ($15,501) receive state funding that keeps costs low for residents. Private colleges such as Millsaps ($25,291) rely on tuition revenue and typically offer smaller class sizes but at significantly higher prices.

How do graduation rates compare between affordable and expensive biochemistry programs in Mississippi?

The University of Mississippi achieves a 68.5% graduation rate at the lowest cost, outperforming more expensive options like Belhaven (51.1%) and Millsaps (55.5%). Mississippi State maintains a 62.9% rate while keeping costs under $16,000.

Does Mississippi State's 75% acceptance rate indicate program selectivity for biochemistry?

Mississippi State accepts three-quarters of applicants compared to Ole Miss's 97% acceptance rate, suggesting moderate selectivity. Private colleges show more variation, with Mississippi College accepting 40% of applicants while Millsaps accepts 68%.

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Net price reflects the average cost after grants and scholarships for first-time, full-time students. See our methodology for details.