Cheapest Romance Languages Colleges in Mississippi

Mississippi's six Romance Languages programs show a dramatic cost spread, with the University of Mississippi charging just $13,164 annually while Millsaps College reaches $25,291. The state's growing tourism industry along the Gulf Coast creates demand for multilingual professionals, particularly in hospitality management and cultural interpretation. Public options dominate the affordable end, with Mississippi University for Women offering strong value at $13,198 despite its 37.80% graduation rate.

Programs

$13,164 – $25,291

Net Price Range

52.8%

Avg. Graduation Rate

6 Romance Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics 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	Mississippi University for Women Columbus, Mississippi	$13,198	$8,092	37.8%	99.1%
3	William Carey University Hattiesburg, Mississippi	$17,052	$14,685	40.8%	53.6%
4	Blue Mountain Christian University Blue Mountain, Mississippi	$18,062	$19,280	51.2%	95.7%
5	Mississippi College Clinton, Mississippi	$20,911	$21,698	62.8%	40.0%
6	Millsaps College Jackson, Mississippi	$25,291	$43,815	55.5%	67.8%

Frequently Asked Questions

What explains the wide acceptance rate gap between Mississippi's Romance Languages programs?

Mississippi University for Women accepts 99.11% of applicants while Mississippi College admits only 39.99%, reflecting different institutional missions. The public schools generally maintain open admission policies, while private institutions like Mississippi College operate more selective programs with higher graduation rates of 62.80%.

How do graduation rates correlate with program costs in Mississippi?

The most expensive program at Millsaps College ($25,291) graduates 55.50% of students, while the cheapest at University of Mississippi ($13,164) achieves 68.50%. Mississippi University for Women offers the second-lowest cost but struggles with a 37.80% completion rate, suggesting price alone doesn't determine student success.

Does Mississippi's low cost of living affect Romance Languages career prospects?

The state's rock-bottom living costs make modest starting salaries more viable for humanities graduates. Growing casino tourism along the coast and international business expansion in Jackson create niches for Spanish and French speakers, though opportunities remain limited compared to larger metropolitan areas.

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