At a glance
Average net price
$12,587
In-state, after aid
6-year graduation rate
11.8%
Admission rate
49%
Undergrad size
467
In-state tuition
$13,265
Out-of-state tuition
$13,265
Cost of attendance
$23,107
Median earnings (10y)
$32,275
Admissions
- SAT average
- Not available
- ACT midpoint
- Not available
- Retention
- 84.4%
- Locale
- Town
Programs breakdown
8 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by stem (49%), social sciences (19%), business (15%).
- STEM49%
- Business15%
- Humanities & arts15%
- Social sciences19%
- Trades & services2%
- Biological sciences38.3%~179 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~79 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Business14.9%~70 students/yr · BusinessCompare schools
- Communication14.9%~70 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Computer science6.4%~30 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~20 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~10 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Social sciences2.1%~10 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
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
9 specific majors with reported completions. Earnings shown are median annual earnings 1 year after graduation; debt is median student-loan debt at graduation.
| Major | Credential | Grads | Median earnings | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biology, General. | Bachelor's | 47 | $23,652 | $25,500 |
| Journalism. | Bachelor's | 44 | $23,252 | $31,000 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor's | 28 | — | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Bachelor's | 20 | $23,648 | $31,000 |
| Sociology. | Bachelor's | 14 | — | — |
| Computer Science. | Bachelor's | 12 | — | — |
| Mathematics. | Bachelor's | 8 | — | — |
| Social Work. | Bachelor's | 8 | — | — |
| Chemistry. | Bachelor's | 5 | — | — |
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 Rust College
Rust College is a small institution located in Holly Springs, Mississippi, primarily awarding the bachelor's degree. It enrolls roughly 467 undergraduate students in a town setting. The most popular fields of study include Biological sciences, Public administration, Business.
Cost & tuition
The average net price at Rust College — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $12,587 per year, which is moderately priced compared to other U.S. institutions. Published tuition is $13,265 per year before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $23,107 annually.
Graduation & earnings outcomes
The 6-year graduation rate is 11.8%, a below-average completion outcome. 84.4% 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 $32,275 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.
Programs & majors
Rust College confers degrees and certificates across 8 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Biological sciences, Public administration, Business. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by stem (49% of credentials), social sciences (19% of credentials), business (15% 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
Rust College accepts 49% of applicants, making it selective.
Location & campus
Set in Holly Springs, Mississippi (town), Rust 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 Rust College
Q.How much does Rust College cost?
The average net price at Rust College is $12,587 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $23,107.
Q.What is the graduation rate at Rust College?
Rust College has a 6-year graduation rate of 11.8% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
Q.How hard is it to get into Rust College?
Rust College admits 49% of applicants, which is considered selective.
Q.How much do Rust College graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, the median Rust College graduate earns $32,275 per year.
Q.What is tuition at Rust College?
Published tuition is $13,265 in-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.
Q.Where is Rust College located?
Rust College is located in Holly Springs, Mississippi (ZIP 38635).
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 Rust College at their official website.