Cheapest Fine and Studio Arts Colleges in Mississippi

The University of Mississippi offers Fine and Studio Arts students the most affordable path at $13,164 annually, while Millsaps College costs nearly double at $25,291. Mississippi's low cost of living amplifies these savings, making art education particularly accessible in a state where cultural institutions like the Mississippi Museum of Art and regional galleries provide exhibition opportunities for emerging artists. With acceptance rates reaching 98.84% at Southern Miss, aspiring artists face minimal admission barriers.

Programs

$13,164 – $25,291

Net Price Range

$23,761

Avg. Program Earnings

51.7%

Avg. Graduation Rate

7 Fine and Studio Arts 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	University of Southern Mississippi Hattiesburg, Mississippi	$14,224	$9,618	50.6%	98.8%
3	Tougaloo College Tougaloo, Mississippi	$15,663	$11,398	32.3%	49.3%
4	William Carey University Hattiesburg, Mississippi	$17,052	$14,685	40.8%	53.6%
5	Mississippi College Clinton, Mississippi	$20,911	$21,698	62.8%	40.0%
6	Belhaven University Jackson, Mississippi	$22,078	$29,195	51.1%	42.6%
7	Millsaps College Jackson, Mississippi	$25,291	$43,815	55.5%	67.8%

Frequently Asked Questions

What explains the dramatic cost difference between Mississippi's cheapest and most expensive Fine Arts programs?

Public universities like Ole Miss charge $13,164 compared to private Millsaps College at $25,291, creating a $12,127 annual gap. The University of Mississippi also maintains a 97.38% acceptance rate, making affordable art education widely accessible.

How do graduation rates vary among Mississippi's most affordable Fine Arts programs?

The University of Mississippi leads with a 68.50% graduation rate despite being the cheapest option at $13,164. In contrast, Tougaloo College shows only a 32.30% completion rate, suggesting cost alone doesn't determine student success.

Is the job market favorable for Fine Arts graduates in Mississippi?

Fine Arts graduates earn around $23,761 annually, while Mississippi's exceptionally low cost of living stretches this income further than in most states. Cultural institutions and tourism sectors provide local opportunities, though many graduates pursue careers in larger regional markets.

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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.