Best colleges in Mississippi
Hit the Blues Trail
Take the high road in the lowlands
Bordered by Tennessee, Alabama, Louisiana and the Gulf of Mexico, the lowland state of Mississippi is home to 8 public 4-year schools, countless public 2-year schools and 12 private institutions.* Jackson and Gulfport are the state’s largest cities, with Southaven, Hattiesburg and Biloxi next in line. Companies like Ablitech, Inc. and Magna Corporation call the Magnolia State home, so degrees in Information Technology and Business could get your career off the ground quickly.
Once a state dependent on cotton agriculture, Mississippi’s forward momentum is largely in the business, manufacturing and high-tech sectors. Coursework in research, technology, and business applications will serve you well if you stick around Mississippi after graduation. Camp for a night at Buccaneer State Park, pay your respects at the Hurricane Katrina Memorial, or visit one of the state’s beaches. For music lovers, Mississippi offers a rich history in blues music, and the state has made notable steps towards preserving that history. Visit Elvis Presley’s birthplace & Museum or the Mississippi Blues Trail, commemorating historical blues sites throughout the state.* There’s plenty to do when you’re earning your degree down in the soulful south.
Click Here to See the Best Colleges in the US*Wikipedia, “List of colleges and universities in Mississippi”, “Mississippi”, “Mississippi Blues Trail” *www.virtualtourist.comBest Four Year Universities in Mississippi
Millsaps College offers 41 degree programs. It's a very small, private not-for-profit, four-year university in a midsize city. In 2022, 180 students graduated with students earning 154 Bachelor's degrees, 25 Master's degrees, and 1 Certificate.
Alcorn State University offers 53 degree programs. It's a small, public, four-year university in a remote rural area. In 2022, 784 students graduated with students earning 608 Bachelor's degrees, 145 Master's degrees, 23 Associate's degrees, 7 Doctoral degrees, and 1 Certificate.
Mississippi College offers 165 degree programs. It's a small, private not-for-profit, four-year university in a large suburb. In 2022, 1,436 students graduated with students earning 628 Bachelor's degrees, 622 Master's degrees, 124 Doctoral degrees, and 62 Certificates.
Mississippi State University offers 289 degree programs. It's a very large, public, four-year university in a remote town. In 2022, 5,569 students graduated with students earning 4,181 Bachelor's degrees, 1,074 Master's degrees, 267 Doctoral degrees, and 47 Certificates.
Tougaloo College offers 26 degree programs. It's a very small, private not-for-profit, four-year university in a midsize city. In 2022, 131 students graduated with students earning 111 Bachelor's degrees, and 20 Associate's degrees.
University of Mississippi offers 236 degree programs. It's a very large, public, four-year university in a remote town. In 2022, 5,798 students graduated with students earning 3,979 Bachelor's degrees, 1,072 Master's degrees, 699 Doctoral degrees, and 48 Certificates.
Southeastern Baptist College offers 10 degree programs. It's a very small, private not-for-profit, four-year university in a faraway town. In 2022, 14 students graduated with students earning 13 Associate's degrees, and 1 Bachelor's degree.
Belhaven University offers 97 degree programs. It's a small, private not-for-profit, four-year university in a midsize city. In 2022, 1,624 students graduated with students earning 929 Master's degrees, 467 Bachelor's degrees, 177 Certificates, 31 Doctoral degrees, and 20 Associate's degrees.
William Carey University offers 102 degree programs. It's a medium sized, private not-for-profit, four-year university in a small city. In 2022, 1,451 students graduated with students earning 638 Master's degrees, 607 Bachelor's degrees, and 206 Doctoral degrees.
Jackson State University offers 94 degree programs. It's a medium sized, public, four-year university in a midsize city. In 2022, 1,758 students graduated with students earning 1,078 Bachelor's degrees, 553 Master's degrees, 69 Certificates, and 58 Doctoral degrees.
Best Community Colleges in Mississippi
Southwest Mississippi Community College offers 33 degree programs. It's a small, public, two-year college in a remote town. In 2022, 415 students graduated with students earning 365 Associate's degrees, and 50 Certificates.
Copiah-Lincoln Community College offers 100 degree programs. It's a small, public, two-year college in a faraway rural area. In 2022, 795 students graduated with students earning 628 Associate's degrees, and 167 Certificates.
Coahoma Community College offers 90 degree programs. It's a small, public, two-year college in a outlying rural area. In 2022, 389 students graduated with students earning 249 Associate's degrees, and 140 Certificates.
Itawamba Community College offers 119 degree programs. It's a small, public, two-year college in a remote town. In 2022, 1,114 students graduated with students earning 972 Associate's degrees, and 142 Certificates.
Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College offers 160 degree programs. It's a medium sized, public, two-year college in a faraway rural area. In 2022, 2,545 students graduated with students earning 1,864 Associate's degrees, and 681 Certificates.
Mississippi Delta Community College offers 82 degree programs. It's a small, public, two-year college in a remote town. In 2022, 413 students graduated with students earning 306 Associate's degrees, and 107 Certificates.
Jones County Junior College offers 59 degree programs. It's a small, public, two-year college in a faraway town. In 2022, 993 students graduated with students earning 698 Associate's degrees, and 295 Certificates.
Pearl River Community College offers 51 degree programs. It's a medium sized, public, two-year college in a remote rural area. In 2022, 1,195 students graduated with students earning 1,010 Associate's degrees, and 185 Certificates.
Northwest Mississippi Community College offers 63 degree programs. It's a medium sized, public, two-year college in a faraway town. In 2022, 1,444 students graduated with students earning 1,017 Associate's degrees, and 427 Certificates.
Meridian Community College offers 64 degree programs. It's a small, public, two-year college in a remote town. In 2022, 680 students graduated with students earning 448 Associate's degrees, and 232 Certificates.
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| School | Average Tuition | Student Teacher Ratio | Enrolled Students | |
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Millsaps College Jackson, MS | 10 : 1 | 661 | |
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Alcorn State University Alcorn State, MS | 24 : 1 | 2,933 | |
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Mississippi College Clinton, MS | 21 : 1 | 3,946 | |
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Mississippi State University Mississippi State, MS | 22 : 1 | 22,649 | |
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Tougaloo College Tougaloo, MS | 15 : 1 | 677 | |