Millsaps College

Jackson, Mississippi · Private nonprofit, 4-year

At a glance

Average net price

$26,034

In-state, after aid

6-year graduation rate

57.1%

Admission rate

43%

Undergrad size

549

In-state tuition

$44,680

Out-of-state tuition

$44,680

Cost of attendance

$60,061

Median earnings (10y)

$53,848

Admissions

SAT average
1,181
ACT midpoint
25
Retention
58.0%
Locale
City

Programs breakdown

11 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by business (36%), stem (32%), humanities & arts (19%).

  • STEM32%
  • Business36%
  • Humanities & arts19%
  • Social sciences13%

Share of all degrees and certificates awarded in each broad CIP-2 program area (U.S. Department of Education, latest reporting year). Estimated students/yr = share × undergrad size.

Specific majors offered

20 specific majors with reported completions. Earnings shown are median annual earnings 1 year after graduation; debt is median student-loan debt at graduation.

MajorCredentialGradsMedian earningsMedian debt
Biology, General.Bachelor's70$27,000
Business Administration, Management and Operations.Bachelor's51$27,000
Business Administration, Management and Operations.Master's39$49,933
Psychology, General.Bachelor's27
Political Science and Government.Bachelor's22
Neurobiology and Neurosciences.Bachelor's18
Sociology.Bachelor's18
Accounting and Related Services.Master's15
Rhetoric and Composition/Writing Studies.Bachelor's14
Biochemistry, Biophysics and Molecular Biology.Bachelor's13
Communication, Journalism, and Related Programs, Other.Bachelor's12
Accounting and Related Services.Bachelor's12
Applied Mathematics.Bachelor's11
Visual and Performing Arts, General.Bachelor's9
Economics.Bachelor's8
English Language and Literature, General.Bachelor's7
History.Bachelor's6
Mathematics.Bachelor's5
Chemistry.Bachelor's5
Geological and Earth Sciences/Geosciences.Bachelor's5

Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard Field of Study. Earnings cover graduates who received federal financial aid and are working / not enrolled. Cells marked "—" are not reported or were suppressed for privacy.

About Millsaps College

Millsaps College is a small institution located in Jackson, Mississippi, primarily awarding the bachelor's degree. It enrolls roughly 549 undergraduate students in a city setting. The most popular fields of study include Business, Biological sciences, Psychology.

Cost & tuition

The average net price at Millsaps College — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $26,034 per year, which is above the national average compared to other U.S. institutions. Published tuition is $44,680 per year before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $60,061 annually.

Graduation & earnings outcomes

The 6-year graduation rate is 57.1%, a above-average completion outcome. 58.0% of first-time students return for a second year, a useful proxy for student satisfaction and academic fit. Ten years after enrolling, the median graduate earns $53,848 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.

Programs & majors

Millsaps College confers degrees and certificates across 11 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Business, Biological sciences, Psychology. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by business (36% of credentials), stem (32% of credentials), humanities & arts (19% of credentials), which gives a quick read on the school's overall academic profile. Use the programs breakdown below to see every reported area, an estimated number of students per program per year, and links to compare other U.S. colleges in the same field.

Admissions

Millsaps College accepts 43% of applicants, making it selective. Admitted students have an average SAT score around 1,181. The ACT midpoint for admitted students is roughly 25.

Location & campus

Set in Jackson, Mississippi (city), Millsaps College draws students from across Mississippi and beyond. Prospective students often weigh proximity, cost of living, and local industry demand when choosing between schools in this area.

Frequently asked questions about Millsaps College

Q.How much does Millsaps College cost?

The average net price at Millsaps College is $26,034 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $60,061.

Q.What is the graduation rate at Millsaps College?

Millsaps College has a 6-year graduation rate of 57.1% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.

Q.How hard is it to get into Millsaps College?

Millsaps College admits 43% of applicants, which is considered selective.

Q.How much do Millsaps College graduates earn?

Ten years after enrolling, the median Millsaps College graduate earns $53,848 per year.

Q.What is tuition at Millsaps College?

Published tuition is $44,680 in-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.

Q.Where is Millsaps College located?

Millsaps College is located in Jackson, Mississippi (ZIP 39210).

Data on this page comes from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard and IPEDS, the federal sources colleges are required to report to. Net price, graduation rate, and earnings figures reflect the latest available federal release. Always verify current tuition and program availability directly with Millsaps College at their official website.