Cheapest Criminal Justice and Corrections Colleges in Mississippi

Criminal Justice and Corrections programs in Mississippi show striking cost variations, from Rust College's $8,751 net price to Belhaven University at $22,078. Jackson State University graduates earn the highest starting salaries at $34,793, nearly $13,000 more than the state average for this field. Mississippi's law enforcement agencies and correctional facilities, including the state's 21 correctional institutions, create steady demand for qualified graduates. The University of Mississippi stands out with a 68.50% graduation rate while maintaining relatively low costs at $13,164 net price.

Programs

$8,751 – $22,078

Net Price Range

$27,623

Avg. Program Earnings

45.4%

Avg. Graduation Rate

11 Criminal Justice and Corrections Programs

Program rankings
#	School	Net Price	In-State Tuition	Graduation Rate	Acceptance Rate
1	Rust College Holly Springs, Mississippi	$8,751	$13,840	27.0%	78.8%
2	Mississippi Valley State University Itta Bena, Mississippi	$11,812	$7,912	22.1%	64.8%
3	University of Mississippi University, Mississippi	$13,164	$9,412	68.5%	97.4%
4	Delta State University Cleveland, Mississippi	$13,778	$8,605	46.9%	98.6%
5	Alcorn State University Alcorn State, Mississippi	$14,040	$8,549	46.2%	29.9%
6	University of Southern Mississippi Hattiesburg, Mississippi	$14,224	$9,618	50.6%	98.8%
7	William Carey University Hattiesburg, Mississippi	$17,052	$14,685	40.8%	53.6%
8	Blue Mountain Christian University Blue Mountain, Mississippi	$18,062	$19,280	51.2%	95.7%
9	Jackson State University Jackson, Mississippi	$20,191	$9,090	32.2%	88.6%
10	Mississippi College Clinton, Mississippi	$20,911	$21,698	62.8%	40.0%
11	Belhaven University Jackson, Mississippi	$22,078	$29,195	51.1%	42.6%

Frequently Asked Questions

What explains the $13,327 cost difference between the cheapest and most expensive programs?

Private institutions like Belhaven University charge significantly higher net prices at $22,078 compared to public options. Rust College offers the lowest net price at $8,751, while public universities like Mississippi Valley State cost $11,812 net price.

How do graduation rates vary among Mississippi's Criminal Justice programs?

The University of Mississippi leads with a 68.50% graduation rate, followed by Blue Mountain Christian University at 51.20%. Mississippi Valley State University has the lowest rate at 22.10%, despite offering one of the most affordable programs.

Does higher tuition correlate with better earning potential in Mississippi?

Not necessarily. Jackson State University graduates earn $34,793 despite a moderate $20,191 net price, while William Carey University graduates earn just $22,667 with a $17,052 net cost. The highest earners come from public institutions rather than private ones.

Where can students find the best value for Criminal Justice education in Mississippi?

The University of Mississippi offers strong value with $13,164 net price, 68.50% graduation rate, and $26,353 starting earnings. University of Southern Mississippi provides similar benefits at $14,224 net price with graduates earning $28,960.

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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.