Cheapest Social Sciences Colleges in Mississippi

Social Sciences graduates in Mississippi face a unique challenge where even the most expensive program costs just $22,078 annually while median earnings hover at $30,228. This income gap becomes more manageable considering Mississippi's rock-bottom cost of living and the state's teacher shortage crisis, which creates immediate job placement opportunities for education-focused Social Sciences majors. Public universities like Delta State offer net costs under $14,000, while private Rust College provides the cheapest option at $8,751 despite its 27% graduation rate.

Programs

$8,751 – $22,078

Net Price Range

$30,228

Avg. Program Earnings

40.7%

Avg. Graduation Rate

5 Social Sciences, General Programs

Program rankings
#	School	Net Price	In-State Tuition	Graduation Rate	Acceptance Rate
1	Rust College Holly Springs, Mississippi	$8,751	$13,840	27.0%	78.8%
2	Mississippi University for Women Columbus, Mississippi	$13,198	$8,092	37.8%	99.1%
3	Delta State University Cleveland, Mississippi	$13,778	$8,605	46.9%	98.6%
4	William Carey University Hattiesburg, Mississippi	$17,052	$14,685	40.8%	53.6%
5	Belhaven University Jackson, Mississippi	$22,078	$29,195	51.1%	42.6%

Frequently Asked Questions

What explains the $13,327 cost difference between the cheapest and most expensive programs?

Rust College's $8,751 net cost reflects heavy financial aid at this small private institution, while Belhaven University's $22,078 represents full private tuition with less aid. Public options like Mississippi University for Women fall in the middle at $13,198, offering solid value with a 37.8% graduation rate.

How do Mississippi's Social Sciences programs compare for graduation success?

Belhaven University leads with a 51.1% graduation rate but costs the most at $22,078 annually. Delta State offers the best balance with a 46.9% graduation rate and just $13,778 net cost. Rust College's 27% rate reflects the challenges faced by students at lower-cost institutions.

Does the $30,228 median salary justify the program costs in Mississippi?

The salary covers program costs within two years for most schools, and Mississippi's low cost of living stretches earnings further than in other states. Teacher shortages and positions at major employers like UMMC create additional earning potential beyond the median figure.

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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.