Cheapest Physics Colleges in Mississippi

The University of Mississippi offers physics students strong value with a net cost of just $13,164, making it the most affordable option among Mississippi's seven physics programs. This price advantage matters significantly given the nearly $12,000 gap between the cheapest and most expensive programs in the state. Physics graduates in Mississippi benefit from proximity to Ingalls Shipbuilding, which employs numerous engineering and physics professionals for naval vessel construction.

Programs

$13,164 – $25,291

Net Price Range

52.1%

Avg. Graduation Rate

7 Physics 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	Tougaloo College Tougaloo, Mississippi	$15,663	$11,398	32.3%	49.3%
5	Jackson State University Jackson, Mississippi	$20,191	$9,090	32.2%	88.6%
6	Mississippi College Clinton, Mississippi	$20,911	$21,698	62.8%	40.0%
7	Millsaps College Jackson, Mississippi	$25,291	$43,815	55.5%	67.8%

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes Mississippi's public physics programs so affordable compared to private options?

Public universities like Ole Miss and Southern Miss offer net costs between $13,164 and $15,501, while private colleges range from $15,663 to $25,291. The state's Eminent Scholars Grant provides full tuition coverage for high-achieving students at public institutions.

How do graduation rates vary among Mississippi's physics programs?

Graduation rates span from 32% at Jackson State and Tougaloo College to 68.5% at the University of Mississippi. Mississippi State maintains a solid 62.9% graduation rate with moderate selectivity at 75% acceptance.

Does Mississippi State University offer good value despite higher costs than other public options?

Mississippi State costs $15,501 net but provides the most selective admissions at 75% acceptance rate among public universities. The university's strong engineering connections and 62.9% graduation rate justify the additional $2,300 annual cost over Ole Miss.

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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.