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
Mississippi College offers 156 degree programs. It's a small, private not-for-profit, four-year university in a large suburb. In 2023, 1,262 students graduated with students earning 565 Master's degrees, 541 Bachelor's degrees, 134 Doctoral degrees, and 22 Certificates.
Alcorn State University offers 52 degree programs. It's a small, public, four-year university in a remote rural area. In 2023, 648 students graduated with students earning 475 Bachelor's degrees, 147 Master's degrees, 22 Associate's degrees, and 4 Doctoral degrees.
Mississippi State University offers 202 degree programs. It's a very large, public, four-year university in a remote town. In 2023, 5,824 students graduated with students earning 4,416 Bachelor's degrees, 1,127 Master's degrees, 242 Doctoral degrees, and 39 Certificates.
Millsaps College offers 42 degree programs. It's a very small, private not-for-profit, four-year university in a midsize city. In 2023, 161 students graduated with students earning 132 Bachelor's degrees, and 29 Master's degrees.
University of Mississippi offers 241 degree programs. It's a very large, public, four-year university in a remote town. In 2023, 5,761 students graduated with students earning 3,846 Bachelor's degrees, 1,147 Master's degrees, 730 Doctoral degrees, and 38 Certificates.
Tougaloo College offers 35 degree programs. It's a very small, private not-for-profit, four-year university in a midsize city. In 2023, 117 students graduated with students earning 90 Bachelor's degrees, 23 Associate's degrees, and 4 Master's degrees.
Belhaven University offers 97 degree programs. It's a small, private not-for-profit, four-year university in a midsize city. In 2023, 1,274 students graduated with students earning 687 Master's degrees, 389 Bachelor's degrees, 148 Certificates, 33 Doctoral degrees, and 17 Associate's degrees.
William Carey University offers 108 degree programs. It's a medium sized, private not-for-profit, four-year university in a small city. In 2023, 1,367 students graduated with students earning 565 Bachelor's degrees, 563 Master's degrees, and 239 Doctoral degrees.
Delta State University offers 79 degree programs. It's a small, public, four-year university in a remote town. In 2023, 710 students graduated with students earning 417 Bachelor's degrees, 274 Master's degrees, and 19 Doctoral degrees.
Rust College offers 23 degree programs. It's a very small, private not-for-profit, four-year university in a faraway town. In 2023, 79 students graduated with students earning 79 Bachelor's degrees.
Best Community Colleges in Mississippi
Copiah-Lincoln Community College offers 122 degree programs. It's a small, public, two-year college in a faraway rural area. In 2023, 625 students graduated with students earning 522 Associate's degrees, and 103 Certificates.
Coahoma Community College offers 91 degree programs. It's a small, public, two-year college in a outlying rural area. In 2023, 410 students graduated with students earning 261 Associate's degrees, and 149 Certificates.
Southwest Mississippi Community College offers 35 degree programs. It's a small, public, two-year college in a outlying rural area. In 2023, 497 students graduated with students earning 426 Associate's degrees, and 71 Certificates.
Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College offers 176 degree programs. It's a medium sized, public, two-year college in a faraway rural area. In 2023, 2,484 students graduated with students earning 1,838 Associate's degrees, and 646 Certificates.
Itawamba Community College offers 118 degree programs. It's a small, public, two-year college in a remote rural area. In 2023, 1,124 students graduated with students earning 968 Associate's degrees, and 156 Certificates.
Meridian Community College offers 67 degree programs. It's a small, public, two-year college in a remote town. In 2023, 744 students graduated with students earning 460 Associate's degrees, and 284 Certificates.
East Mississippi Community College offers 92 degree programs. It's a small, public, two-year college in a remote rural area. In 2023, 934 students graduated with students earning 691 Associate's degrees, and 243 Certificates.
Northeast Mississippi Community College offers 48 degree programs. It's a small, public, two-year college in a remote town. In 2023, 813 students graduated with students earning 736 Associate's degrees, and 77 Certificates.
Hinds Community College offers 122 degree programs. It's a medium sized, public, two-year college in a faraway rural area. In 2023, 2,917 students graduated with students earning 2,044 Associate's degrees, and 873 Certificates.
Mississippi Delta Community College offers 60 degree programs. It's a small, public, two-year college in a faraway rural area. In 2023, 373 students graduated with students earning 277 Associate's degrees, and 96 Certificates.
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| School | Average Tuition | Student Teacher Ratio | Enrolled Students | |
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Mississippi College Clinton, MS | 22 : 1 | 4,087 | |
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Alcorn State University Alcorn State, MS | 25 : 1 | 2,894 | |
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Mississippi State University Mississippi State, MS | 22 : 1 | 22,657 | |
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Millsaps College Jackson, MS | 9 : 1 | 626 | |
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University of Mississippi University, MS | 21 : 1 | 24,043 | |