Campus Vibe
Sciences-focusedTight-knitUrban
Known for biology — close-knit campus
Millsaps College is a private institution in Jackson with particular strength in biology and business.
A small campus of 580 undergraduates with a 9:1 student-faculty ratio. The urban location puts students at the center of city life.
55% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $53,848 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $25,291.
Established
1890
Motto
Ad Excellentiam
Mascot
The Millsaps Major
Type
Private liberal arts college
Division
Division III
Campus Visits
1 upcoming visit · Next: Sat, Apr 18 · Other
49%Acceptance
—SAT Avg
580Students
9:1Student:Faculty
55%Grad Rate
$53,848Earnings 10yr
$25,291Net Price
News & Alerts
Admissions
Acceptance Rate49.0%
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Tuition$43,815
Room & Board$14,210
Books & Supplies$650
Total Cost of Attendance$61,025
Average Net Price$25,291
Median Debt at Graduation$27,000
Monthly Payment (10yr)$286
Net Price by Family Income
$0–30K$20,651
$30–48K$20,231
$48–75K$26,671
$75–110K$26,007
$110K+$32,686
Financial Intel
Avg Net Price
$25,291
Tuition Trend
Graduate w/ Zero Debt
3900.0%
Avg Tuition Increase
3.2%/yr
Median Debt at Grad
$19,500
Campus Safety
Total Incidents (2024)
3
Peer Average
3
3-Year Trend
Emergency System
Campus security, emergency notification system
Programs (35)
Student Body
Undergrads
580
Gender Split
46% / 54%
Women / Men
First Generation
17%
Pell Grant Recipients
36%
Race & Ethnicity
White 57%
Black 27%
Hispanic 4%
Asian 3%
Two+ 1%
Int'l 3%
Outcomes
4-Year Graduation Rate55.5%
Freshman Retention73.5%
Median Earnings After Graduation
6 Years$46,137
8 Years$54,296
10 Years$53,848
10-Year Earnings by Gender
Women
$50,400
Men
$58,200
Rankings
More About This School
History & Fun Facts
Source: Wikipedia
Location & Lifestyle
Cost of Living
91Average
Estimated from MS state average + city premium
Climate (School Year)
Snowfall: 0"Sunny days: 240Rainy days: 85
Nearest Cities
New Orleanspop. 380K
164 mi(284 min)
Nashvillepop. 690K
329 mi(570 min)
Atlantapop. 500K
350 mi(607 min)