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Mississippi College

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Clinton, Mississippi 39058

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Known for health sciences

Mississippi College is a private institution in Clinton with particular strength in health sciences and business. With an average SAT of 1120, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.

A mid-sized campus of 2.4K undergraduates with a 14:1 student-faculty ratio. The suburban location offers a balance of campus life and nearby amenities.

63% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $47,485 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $20,911.

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49%Acceptance
1120SAT Avg
2,423Students
14:1Student:Faculty
63%Grad Rate
$47,485Earnings 10yr
$20,911Net Price

News & Alerts

program2026-03-15

Mississippi College Launches New Data Science Minor

Starting Fall 2026, students can pursue an interdisciplinary data science minor combining CS, statistics, and domain courses.

tuition2026-02-28

Tuition Increase Announced for 2026-27

The board of trustees approved a 3.2% tuition increase for the upcoming academic year, in line with peer institutions.

Admissions

Acceptance Rate48.9%

ACT Score Range

CompositeMid: 24
1926

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard / IPEDS.

Admissions Intel

Acceptance Rate

48.9%

Trend

SAT Avg

1120

Yield Rate

35.0%

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Cost & Financial Aid

Sticker Price

Tuition$21,698
Room & Board$12,700
Books & Supplies$1,800
Total Cost of Attendance$39,167
Average Net Price$20,911
Median Debt at Graduation$22,500
Monthly Payment (10yr)$239

Net Price by Family Income

$0–30K$18,767
$30–48K$17,892
$48–75K$22,204
$75–110K$24,054
$110K+$22,565

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Net price reflects most recent cohort of federally-aided undergraduates.

Debt & Aid Detail

Net Price Trend

Tuition Trend

Graduate w/ Zero Debt

65.2%

Avg Tuition Increase

3.2%/yr

Median Debt at Grad

$17,759

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Campus Safety

Total Incidents (2024)

18

Peer Average

13

3-Year Trend

Emergency System

Campus police, emergency alert system, blue-light phones

Incident Breakdown (2024)

4

Burglary

1

Aggravated Assault

1

Robbery

1

Motor Vehicle Theft

2

Sex Offenses

0

Arson

5

Drug Arrests

4

Liquor Arrests

Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).

Programs (102)

Student Life

Student Satisfaction

Retention Rate

80%

Mixed
  • •80% first-year retention rate
  • •Active student organizations
  • •Engaged campus community

Mental Health Services

Counselor Ratio

1:350

24/7 Crisis Line

Yes

Free Sessions

12 per year

Avg Wait

5 days

Walk-in hours available weekdays

Disability Services

Dedicated OfficeOffice of Disability Services
Extended test timeNote-taking assistanceHousing accommodationsAccessible transportation

ADA-compliant campus with ongoing accessibility improvements

Dining

Rating

★★★★☆

Score

4/5

Meal Plan

$6,200/yr

VegetarianVeganGluten-freeHalalKosher

Multiple dining halls with farm-to-table options

Student Body

Undergrads
2,423
Gender Split
59% / 41%
Women / Men
First Generation
26%
Pell Grant Recipients
26%

Race & Ethnicity

White 69%
Black 18%
Hispanic 4%
Asian 3%
Two+ 2%
Int'l 1%

Outcomes

4-Year Graduation Rate62.8%
Freshman Retention80.3%

Median Earnings After Graduation

6 Years$42,011
10 Years$47,485

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.

Rankings

U.S. News
#45
↑2
vs 2024
Forbes
#52
↓1
vs 2024
Niche
#38
↑3
vs 2024

Location & Lifestyle

Cost of Living

112Above Average

Housing and food costs are higher than national average

Climate (School Year)

68°
Sep
55°
Oct
42°
Nov
30°
Dec
25°
Jan
28°
Feb
38°
Mar
50°
Apr
62°
May
Snowfall: 48"Sunny days: 200Rainy days: 120

Nearest Cities

Bostonpop. 675,647
90 miles(95 min)
Hartfordpop. 121,054
60 miles(70 min)

Transit Scores

BikeableCampus shuttle: Free campus shuttle runs 7am-midnight
72
Walk Score
45
Transit Score
68
Bike Score

Local Economy

Unemployment Rate3.2%
Top Employers
UniversityRegional Medical CenterTech corridor firms
Key Industries
EducationHealthcareTechnology

Getting There

Nearest Airports

MSY New Orleans162 mi
MEM Memphis188 mi
BHM Birmingham224 mi

Distance to Cities

Boston, MA1260 mi · ~36h 24m drive
New York, NY1073 mi · ~31h drive
Hartford, CT1168 mi · ~33h 45m drive
Providence, RI1228 mi · ~35h 29m drive
Albany, NY1151 mi · ~33h 15m drive
Syracuse, NY1069 mi · ~30h 53m drive
Rochester, NY1018 mi · ~29h 25m drive
Buffalo, NY960 mi · ~27h 44m drive
Philadelphia, PA994 mi · ~28h 43m drive
Pittsburgh, PA801 mi · ~23h 8m drive
Harrisburg, PA926 mi · ~26h 45m drive
Newark, NJ1066 mi · ~30h 48m drive
Washington, DC872 mi · ~25h 11m drive
Baltimore, MD905 mi · ~26h 9m drive
Atlanta, GA358 mi · ~10h 21m drive
Charlotte, NC580 mi · ~16h 45m drive
Raleigh, NC710 mi · ~20h 31m drive
Miami, FL762 mi · ~22h 1m drive
Orlando, FL594 mi · ~17h 10m drive
Tampa, FL559 mi · ~16h 9m drive
Nashville, TN333 mi · ~9h 37m drive
New Orleans, LA165 mi · ~4h 46m drive
Richmond, VA813 mi · ~23h 29m drive
Chicago, IL676 mi · ~19h 32m drive
Detroit, MI797 mi · ~23h 1m drive
Minneapolis, MN888 mi · ~25h 39m drive
St. Louis, MO435 mi · ~12h 34m drive
Kansas City, MO524 mi · ~15h 8m drive
Indianapolis, IN564 mi · ~16h 18m drive
Columbus, OH666 mi · ~19h 14m drive
Cleveland, OH792 mi · ~22h 53m drive
Milwaukee, WI751 mi · ~21h 42m drive
Dallas, TX378 mi · ~10h 55m drive
Houston, TX347 mi · ~10h 1m drive
Austin, TX460 mi · ~13h 17m drive
San Antonio, TX524 mi · ~15h 8m drive
Los Angeles, CA1613 mi · ~46h 36m drive
San Francisco, CA1844 mi · ~53h 16m drive
San Diego, CA1559 mi · ~45h 2m drive
Seattle, WA1975 mi · ~57h 3m drive
Portland, OR1944 mi · ~56h 10m drive
Denver, CO964 mi · ~27h 51m drive
Phoenix, AZ1262 mi · ~36h 27m drive
Salt Lake City, UT1326 mi · ~38h 18m drive
Honolulu, HI4167 mi · ~120h 23m drive
Southern (mild winters, hot summers)

Visit Planning

Suggested Itinerary

9:00 AMArrive & park
Visitor parking lot
Free parking with visitor pass
9:30 AMCheck in at Admissions
Admissions Office
10:00 AMInformation session
Welcome Center
45 minutes
11:00 AMCampus tour
Starts at Welcome Center
75 minutes, student-led
12:30 PMLunch
Main Dining Hall
Visitor meal passes available
1:30 PMDepartment visit
Academic buildings
Schedule with department directly
2:30 PMExplore campus independently
Library, student center, residence halls

Airport Transit

New Orleans (MSY)162 miles
Rental car
243 min$40-60/day
Shuttle/rideshare
324 min$194-324
Memphis (MEM)188 miles
Rental car
282 min$40-60/day
Shuttle/rideshare
376 min$226-376

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