Mississippi State University
Mississippi State, Mississippi · Public
Avg Earnings (5yr)
$43,487
Acceptance Rate
76%
Graduation Rate
63%
Annual Tuition
$9,815
At a Glance
Total Students
18,092
Retention Rate
83%
Faculty Ratio
16
Financial Aid
39%
Median Debt
$22,142
Campus Setting
Town
Institution Type
Public
Institution Overview
Mississippi State University is a public institution with an acceptance rate of 76.3% and a student body of 18,092. The university's in-state tuition is $9,815. The graduation rate is 63%, and the retention rate is 82.9%. The median debt for graduates is $22,142, and 39.2% of students receive financial aid.
Graduates of Mississippi State University report earnings of $41,867 one year after graduation, $43,487 after five years, and $51,513 after ten years.
Generated from College Scorecard & IPEDS data
Earning Projection Over Time
$42k
1 YEAR
$43k
5 YEARS
$52k
10 YEARS
Graduate Outcomes
One year after graduation, Mississippi State University alumni earn $41,867. Five years after graduation, earnings increase to $43,487. Ten years after graduation, alumni earn $51,513. The median debt for graduates is $22,142.
Mississippi State University has a student body of 18,092 students. The university has a 76.3% acceptance rate and a 63% graduation rate. The retention rate is 82.9%. The in-state tuition is $9,815, and 39.2% of students receive financial aid.
Popular Programs
Top performing degrees based on enrollment and outcome data.
Business Administration, Management and Operations
Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other
Health and Physical Education/Fitness
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods
Mechanical Engineering
Accounting and Related Services
Marketing
Biology, General
Psychology, General
Communication and Media Studies
Geological and Earth Sciences/Geosciences
Finance and Financial Management Services
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Campus Location
Mississippi State, Mississippi
Mississippi State, MS 39762
Mississippi State University is located in Mississippi State, Mississippi. The campus is in a town setting.