Cheapest Philosophy Colleges in Mississippi

Philosophy programs in Mississippi show dramatic cost differences, with the University of Mississippi charging just $13,164 annually while private options reach $25,291. Public universities dominate affordability with acceptance rates above 75%, making philosophical education accessible across the state. Mississippi's growing healthcare sector, including major employer UMMC, increasingly values philosophy graduates for their critical thinking skills in medical ethics and patient advocacy roles.

Programs

$13,164 – $25,291

Net Price Range

57.7%

Avg. Graduation Rate

5 Philosophy 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	Mississippi State University Mississippi State, Mississippi	$15,501	$9,815	62.9%	75.2%
4	Belhaven University Jackson, Mississippi	$22,078	$29,195	51.1%	42.6%
5	Millsaps College Jackson, Mississippi	$25,291	$43,815	55.5%	67.8%

Frequently Asked Questions

What explains the $12,000 cost gap between public and private philosophy programs?

Public universities like Ole Miss benefit from state funding, keeping costs at $13,164-$15,501 annually. Private institutions such as Millsaps College operate without state support, resulting in net prices reaching $25,291 despite offering more financial aid.

How do graduation rates vary among Mississippi philosophy programs?

The University of Mississippi leads with a 68.5% graduation rate, significantly higher than Southern Miss at 50.6%. Mississippi State falls in between at 62.9%, while private schools like Belhaven achieve 51.1% despite smaller class sizes.

Does Mississippi's Eminent Scholars Grant apply to philosophy majors?

Yes, high-achieving philosophy students can receive full tuition coverage through this merit-based program. The grant particularly benefits students at public universities where base tuition runs $9,412-$9,815, making philosophy education essentially free for top performers.

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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.