by our College Data Analytics TeamCollege Factual’s Best for the Money Rankings compare the quality of a Mississippi State degree with its cost to decide whether the school is asking a fair price. Here is how Mississippi State measures up.
Mississippi State is ranked #1,274 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of D. Within Mississippi, it ranks #20 of 32 for value.
Among the majors Mississippi State offers, these rank best for value nationally.
| Major | National Value Rank |
|---|---|
| Poultry Science | #2 of 8 |
| L&scaping & Groundskeeping | #3 of 5 |
| Architecture / Urban Planning | #3 of 26 |
| Educational/Instructional Technology | #3 of 6 |
| Instructional Technology | #3 of 6 |
| Instructional Media Design | #3 of 6 |
| Horticulture | #5 of 14 |
| Agriculture | #5 of 14 |
| Agroecology & Sustainable Agriculture | #6 of 17 |
| Forest Sciences & Biology | #6 of 16 |
Read the full Mississippi State value report below — how it ranks within its state, how it ranks nationwide, what a degree actually costs, and whether it makes financial sense.
Mississippi State University is ranked #2 out of #33 in Mississippi for quality and #20 out of #32 for Mississippi value.
Do you qualify for in-state tuition? Check the Mississippi State financial aid page to be sure.
Mississippi State University is ranked #1,274 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
Based on our analysis of other colleges at similar price points, Mississippi State University is overpriced for the quality of education it provides.
Averaged across all students — those who receive aid and those who pay full price — a year at Mississippi State costs about $19,454. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $77,814 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $29,211 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $17,595 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $19,454 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $77,814 |
*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.
There are many ways to lower the cost of a college education. Consider in-state tuition, transfer credits, or finishing your degree faster. Learn more about Mississippi State net price and the factors that affect it.
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 Mississippi State 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 | $116,844 | — | — |
| All Students | $77,814 | #1,274 | D |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $70,380 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $116,844 | — | — |
| All Students | $77,814 | #20 | F |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $70,380 | — | — |
*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 Mississippi State shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $11,968 |
| $30K–$48K | $12,879 |
| $48K–$75K | $16,750 |
| $75K–$110K | $19,608 |
| Over $110K | $20,463 |
About 84% of Mississippi State undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $12,314 per year. Get more details on the Mississippi State financial aid you may qualify for.
College Factual determines value by weighing a school’s average total cost against its educational quality, then comparing it to other schools in the same quality tier. See the Mississippi State net price page for the cost detail.
Read the full Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.