Cheapest Visual and Performing Arts Colleges in Mississippi

Mississippi's art schools split dramatically between public affordability and private costs, with net prices ranging from $11,812 at Mississippi Valley State to $25,291 at Millsaps College. The state's low cost of living amplifies these savings for Visual and Performing Arts students. Mississippi's cultural tourism sector and casino entertainment industry create steady demand for arts graduates, while public universities maintain acceptance rates above 64 percent, making programs accessible to most applicants.

Programs

$11,812 – $25,291

Net Price Range

$24,161

Avg. Program Earnings

46.9%

Avg. Graduation Rate

9 Visual and Performing Arts, General 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	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	University of Southern Mississippi Hattiesburg, Mississippi	$14,224	$9,618	50.6%	98.8%
5	Mississippi State University Mississippi State, Mississippi	$15,501	$9,815	62.9%	75.2%
6	Blue Mountain Christian University Blue Mountain, Mississippi	$18,062	$19,280	51.2%	95.7%
7	Jackson State University Jackson, Mississippi	$20,191	$9,090	32.2%	88.6%
8	Mississippi College Clinton, Mississippi	$20,911	$21,698	62.8%	40.0%
9	Millsaps College Jackson, Mississippi	$25,291	$43,815	55.5%	67.8%

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes Mississippi University for Women stand out for arts students?

The university accepts 99.11 percent of applicants while maintaining a net price of just $13,198. Recent graduates earn $19,749 annually, and the school's Columbus location provides access to regional theater and music venues.

How do graduation rates compare between the cheapest and most expensive programs?

Mississippi Valley State graduates 22.10 percent of students at the lowest cost, while Millsaps College graduates 55.50 percent at more than double the price. Mississippi State offers the best balance with 62.90 percent graduation rates and $15,501 net costs.

Does student debt vary significantly across Mississippi arts programs?

Delta State graduates carry $21,708 in debt compared to $30,495 at Jackson State University. Mississippi State graduates earn $31,133 annually with $27,000 in debt, creating the strongest earnings-to-debt ratio among programs reporting both metrics.

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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.