by our College Data Analytics TeamIs MC worth the money? College Factual’s value analysis weighs the quality of education against the cost. Here is the verdict.
MC is ranked #1,964 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of B+ (above average for value). Within Mississippi, it ranks #29 of 32 for value.
Among the majors MC offers, these rank best for value nationally.
| Major | National Value Rank |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's Degree | #3 of 10 |
| Paralegal / Legal Studies | #23 of 28 |
| Chemistry Education | #88 of 124 |
| Teacher Education | #88 of 124 |
| Biology Education | #103 of 160 |
| Social Studies Education | #105 of 160 |
| Art Education | #143 of 196 |
| General Biomedical Sciences | #159 of 237 |
| English & Language Arts Education | #161 of 243 |
| Criminal Justice | #180 of 280 |
Below is the detailed MC value breakdown: state and national value rankings, the real cost of a degree, and how the price stacks up against the aid most students receive.
Mississippi College is ranked #5 out of #33 in Mississippi for quality and #29 out of #32 for Mississippi value.
Live in-state? You may qualify for a reduced price. Check the MC financial aid page to be sure.
Mississippi College is ranked #1,964 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
Mississippi College is priced competitively for the quality of education it provides, earning it a good value recognition from College Factual.
Averaged across all students — those who receive aid and those who pay full price — a year at MC costs about $28,523. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $114,094 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $41,235 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $27,712 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $28,523 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $114,094 |
*The average cost weights the net price paid by aid recipients against the sticker price paid by everyone else. The 4-year figure assumes the standard bachelor's length; your actual time to graduate and price may differ.
Your price depends heavily on your family income and the aid you qualify for. See the MC net price page for a fuller breakdown of what you might actually pay.
The price you actually pay depends on your circumstances — most students do not pay the full sticker price.
Here is how the estimated 4-year cost of a MC degree breaks down by aid group, against its national value ranking.
| Nationwide Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $164,940 | — | — |
| All Students | $114,094 | #1,964 | B+ |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $110,848 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $164,940 | — | — |
| All Students | $114,094 | #29 | C- |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $110,848 | — | — |
*College Factual publishes a single overall value ranking (the All Students row). The cost rows show what each aid group pays toward the same degree.
You can also see how the average net price at MC shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $18,767 |
| $30K–$48K | $17,892 |
| $48K–$75K | $22,204 |
| $75K–$110K | $24,054 |
| Over $110K | $22,565 |
About 94% of MC undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $10,153 per year. Get more details on the MC financial aid you may qualify for.
College Factual calculates value by comparing the average MC cost of a degree against other schools of a similar quality. If the school is priced fairly for the educational quality it provides, it receives a fair ranking; if it is underpriced, it earns a good or excellent value.
Read the full Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.