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Marketing graduates in Mississippi command starting salaries between $34,348 and $42,682, with Mississippi College's private program leading earnings despite its $20,911 net cost. The University of Mississippi offers the state's most affordable option at $13,164 annually, while major employers like Nissan and regional healthcare systems create steady demand for marketing professionals. Public universities dominate the affordable market, with five of six programs costing under $16,000 per year.
6
Programs
$13,164 – $20,911
Net Price Range
$39,435
Avg. Program Earnings
54.0%
Avg. Graduation Rate

6 Marketing Programs

Program rankings
# School Net Price In-State Tuition Graduation Rate Acceptance Rate
1 $13,164 $9,412 68.5% 97.4%
2 $13,778 $8,605 46.9% 98.6%
3 $14,224 $9,618 50.6% 98.8%
4 $15,501 $9,815 62.9% 75.2%
5 $20,191 $9,090 32.2% 88.6%
6 $20,911 $21,698 62.8% 40.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What explains the $7,747 cost difference between the cheapest and most expensive programs?

Mississippi College, a private institution, charges $20,911 compared to the University of Mississippi's $13,164 public rate. However, Mississippi College graduates earn $42,682 starting salaries, nearly $2,400 more than the state average for marketing majors.

How do graduation rates vary among the most affordable programs?

The University of Mississippi leads with a 68.5% graduation rate despite being the cheapest option. Mississippi State follows at 62.9%, while Delta State and Southern Mississippi hover around 47-51% completion rates.

Does Mississippi's low cost of living affect program value?

Mississippi has the nation's lowest living costs, making even the $20,911 maximum program cost competitive nationally. Marketing graduates benefit from major employers like Ingalls Shipbuilding and expanding healthcare systems requiring marketing expertise.

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