Mississippi State University
Public, 4-year
Lee Boulevard, Mississippi State, MS 39762
Quick Facts
18,092
Total Enrollment
76%
Acceptance Rate
63%
Graduation Rate
$43,487
Median Earnings (6yr)
$9,815
In-State Tuition
$15,501
Avg Net Price
16:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
1220
Avg SAT Score
About Mississippi State University
Institution Details
| Type | Public, 4-year |
| Classification | Doctoral Universities: Very High Research Activity |
| Size | 20,000 and above |
| Land Grant | Yes |
Location
| Address | Lee Boulevard |
| City | Mississippi State, MS |
| ZIP Code | 39762 |
| County | Oktibbeha County |
President/Chief Administrator: Dr. Mark Keenum (President)
Programs & Degrees
Degree information not available.
Top Programs by Graduates
Admissions
Enrollment Statistics
| Total Enrollment | 18,092 |
Student Demographics
| Male | 49% |
| Female | 51% |
| White | 74% |
| Black | 15% |
| Hispanic | 4% |
| Asian | 2% |
Test Score Ranges
| Test | 25th %ile | Median | 75th %ile |
|---|---|---|---|
| SAT Reading | 570 | 610 | 690 |
| SAT Math | 540 | 610 | 720 |
| ACT Composite | 21 | 25 | 29 |
Tuition & Financial Aid
Tuition & Fees
| In-State Tuition | $9,815 |
| Out-of-State Tuition | $26,580 |
Financial Aid
| Students Receiving Aid | 29% |
Net Price by Family Income
What families actually pay after grants and scholarships:
| $0 - $30,000 | $11,968 |
| $30,001 - $48,000 | $12,879 |
| $48,001 - $75,000 | $16,750 |
| $75,001 - $110,000 | $19,608 |
| $110,001+ | $20,463 |
Earnings After Graduation
Median earnings for students who received federal financial aid:
$43,487
6 Years After
$46,795
8 Years After
$51,513
10 Years After
Earnings Range (6 years after enrollment):
25th percentile: $28,834 | 75th percentile: $64,050
Earnings by Family Income Background
$38,206
Low Income
$42,517
Middle Income
$50,354
High Income
Student Outcomes
83%
Full-Time Retention
43%
Part-Time Retention
63%
Graduation Rate
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