Cheapest Journalism Colleges in Mississippi

Rust College stands out among Mississippi's journalism programs with net costs starting at just $8,751, though graduates earn $19,683 annually compared to $32,391 at Southern Miss. The state's affordability advantage extends beyond tuition, with major media employers like Mississippi Public Broadcasting and regional newspapers benefiting from the lowest cost of living nationwide. Public universities maintain acceptance rates above 97%, while private institutions like Belhaven command higher prices at $22,078 net cost.

Programs

$8,751 – $22,078

Net Price Range

$27,253

Avg. Program Earnings

47.6%

Avg. Graduation Rate

5 Journalism 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	University of Mississippi University, Mississippi	$13,164	$9,412	68.5%	97.4%
3	University of Southern Mississippi Hattiesburg, Mississippi	$14,224	$9,618	50.6%	98.8%
4	William Carey University Hattiesburg, Mississippi	$17,052	$14,685	40.8%	53.6%
5	Belhaven University Jackson, Mississippi	$22,078	$29,195	51.1%	42.6%

Frequently Asked Questions

What explains the $10,000+ gap between the cheapest and most expensive programs?

Private institutions like Belhaven University charge $22,078 net compared to Rust College's $8,751, reflecting different funding models and student populations. Public universities fall in the middle range, with Ole Miss at $13,164 and Southern Miss at $14,224 net cost.

How do graduation rates correlate with program costs in Mississippi?

Ole Miss leads with a 68.5% graduation rate despite moderate $13,164 costs, while the cheapest option at Rust College shows just 27% completion. Southern Miss balances affordability and outcomes with 50.6% graduation rates at $14,224 net cost.

Where do Mississippi journalism graduates typically find employment?

Graduates often work for Mississippi Public Broadcasting, regional newspapers, and corporate communications roles at major employers like Ingalls Shipbuilding and healthcare systems. The state's low cost of living helps offset starting salaries that range from $19,683 to $32,391.

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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.