Cheapest Rhetoric and Composition/Writing Studies Colleges in Mississippi

Mississippi Valley State University stands out among Mississippi's writing programs with a net price of just $11,812, making it the most affordable option by nearly $6,000. The state's teacher shortage crisis has created strong demand for writing educators, while major healthcare employers like UMMC increasingly seek communications specialists. Graduate earnings data from Jackson State shows writing program alumni earning $25,194 annually. With Mississippi's rock-bottom cost of living, these programs offer strong value for students entering fields from technical writing to educational instruction.

Programs

$11,812 – $25,291

Net Price Range

$25,194

Avg. Program Earnings

45.8%

Avg. Graduation Rate

6 Rhetoric and Composition/Writing Studies 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	Blue Mountain Christian University Blue Mountain, Mississippi	$18,062	$19,280	51.2%	95.7%
3	Jackson State University Jackson, Mississippi	$20,191	$9,090	32.2%	88.6%
4	Mississippi College Clinton, Mississippi	$20,911	$21,698	62.8%	40.0%
5	Belhaven University Jackson, Mississippi	$22,078	$29,195	51.1%	42.6%
6	Millsaps College Jackson, Mississippi	$25,291	$43,815	55.5%	67.8%

Frequently Asked Questions

What explains the $13,479 price gap between the cheapest and most expensive programs?

Mississippi Valley State University's public funding keeps costs at $11,812, while Millsaps College's private liberal arts model reaches $25,291. Public universities like Jackson State offer in-state tuition as low as $9,090, significantly reducing total costs for Mississippi residents.

How do graduation rates vary among these writing programs?

Mississippi College leads with a 62.8% graduation rate, followed by Millsaps at 55.5%. Mississippi Valley State shows the lowest completion rate at 22.1%, though its extremely low cost may attract students with greater financial challenges.

Does the acceptance rate affect program quality at these schools?

Blue Mountain Christian University accepts 95.7% of applicants yet maintains a solid 51.2% graduation rate. Mississippi College's selective 39.99% acceptance rate correlates with its highest graduation rate of 62.8%, suggesting more rigorous admissions standards.

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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.