by our College Data Analytics TeamCollege Factual’s Best for the Money Rankings compare the quality of a Southern Miss degree with its cost to decide whether the school is asking a fair price. Here is how Southern Miss measures up.
Southern Miss is ranked #1,224 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of B (above average for value). Within Mississippi, it ranks #22 of 32 for value.
Among the majors Southern Miss offers, these rank best for value nationally.
| Major | National Value Rank |
|---|---|
| Data Processing Technology | #2 of 4 |
| Data Management | #2 of 4 |
| Data Processing | #2 of 4 |
| Library & Information Science | #2 of 5 |
| Library Science | #3 of 5 |
| Research and Development Management | #4 of 25 |
| Intermedia/Multimedia | #4 of 34 |
| Family Systems | #5 of 13 |
| Bachelor's Degree | #6 of 29 |
| Hospitality / Tourism | #7 of 21 |
Read the full Southern Miss value report below — how it ranks within its state, how it ranks nationwide, what a degree actually costs, and whether it makes financial sense.
University of Southern Mississippi is ranked #3 out of #33 in Mississippi for quality and #22 out of #32 for Mississippi value.
Do you qualify for in-state tuition? Check the Southern Miss financial aid page to be sure.
University of Southern Mississippi is ranked #1,224 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
University of Southern Mississippi 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 Southern Miss costs about $22,537. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $90,148 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $26,584 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $21,708 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $22,537 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $90,148 |
*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 Southern Miss 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 Southern Miss 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 | $106,336 | — | — |
| All Students | $90,148 | #1,224 | B |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $86,832 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $106,336 | — | — |
| All Students | $90,148 | #22 | F |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $86,832 | — | — |
*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 Southern Miss shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $12,798 |
| $30K–$48K | $11,574 |
| $48K–$75K | $16,248 |
| $75K–$110K | $18,212 |
| Over $110K | $19,561 |
About 83% of Southern Miss undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $10,055 per year. Get more details on the Southern Miss financial aid you may qualify for.
College Factual calculates value by comparing the average Southern Miss 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.