Cheapest Health and Physical Education/Fitness Colleges in Mississippi

Mississippi's eleven Health and Physical Education programs show striking cost differences, with Mississippi Valley State University charging just $11,812 net compared to Belhaven University's $22,078. The state's critical teacher shortage creates strong placement opportunities for fitness education graduates, while earnings span from $18,771 to $29,322 annually. Public universities dominate the affordable options, with six of the seven cheapest programs housed at state institutions. Mississippi's rock-bottom cost of living amplifies the value of these budget-friendly degrees, particularly as health systems like UMMC continue expanding statewide wellness initiatives.

Programs

$11,812 – $22,078

Net Price Range

$23,798

Avg. Program Earnings

47.8%

Avg. Graduation Rate

11 Health and Physical Education/Fitness Programs

Program rankings
#	School	Net Price	In-State Tuition	Graduation Rate	Acceptance Rate
1	Mississippi Valley State University Itta Bena, Mississippi	$11,812	$7,912	22.1%	64.8%
2	University of Mississippi University, Mississippi	$13,164	$9,412	68.5%	97.4%
3	Mississippi University for Women Columbus, Mississippi	$13,198	$8,092	37.8%	99.1%
4	Alcorn State University Alcorn State, Mississippi	$14,040	$8,549	46.2%	29.9%
5	University of Southern Mississippi Hattiesburg, Mississippi	$14,224	$9,618	50.6%	98.8%
6	Mississippi State University Mississippi State, Mississippi	$15,501	$9,815	62.9%	75.2%
7	Tougaloo College Tougaloo, Mississippi	$15,663	$11,398	32.3%	49.3%
8	William Carey University Hattiesburg, Mississippi	$17,052	$14,685	40.8%	53.6%
9	Blue Mountain Christian University Blue Mountain, Mississippi	$18,062	$19,280	51.2%	95.7%
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 wide acceptance rate variation among Mississippi fitness programs?

Acceptance rates range dramatically from Alcorn State's selective 29.93% to Mississippi University for Women's nearly open 99.11%. The University of Mississippi accepts 97.38% of applicants while maintaining a strong 68.50% graduation rate, suggesting less selective admissions don't necessarily compromise outcomes.

How do graduation rates correlate with program costs in Mississippi?

Higher-cost programs generally show better graduation rates, with Mississippi College ($20,911) achieving 62.80% compared to Mississippi Valley State's 22.10% at $11,812. However, Mississippi State breaks this pattern with a solid 62.90% graduation rate at just $15,501 net cost.

Is student debt manageable for Mississippi fitness education graduates?

Most programs keep debt reasonable, ranging from $17,204 at Mississippi University for Women to $25,500 at Alcorn State. Given Mississippi's low cost of living and starting salaries around $25,000, graduates typically face manageable debt-to-income ratios.

Where do Mississippi fitness education graduates find the best earning potential?

Mississippi College graduates earn the highest at $29,322 annually, while Mississippi State graduates earn $28,105. Both programs cost significantly less than private alternatives while delivering strong salary outcomes in the state's growing health and wellness sector.

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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.