Compare 5 Digital Arts. programs in Mississippi. Average earnings: $27,214.
With top graduates earning $37,191, Digital Arts stands out as a field where program choice matters more than school name. The gap between the best and median programs exceeds $10K—proof that evaluating programs individually beats relying on institutional prestige across Mississippi's 5 ranked programs.
Mississippi State University's Digital Arts program leads with graduates earning $37,191, well above the state average of $27,214. Jackson State University follows at $31,520, while Delta State University produces graduates earning $24,839. The $17K spread between top and bottom demonstrates that program outcomes vary significantly regardless of overall institutional reputation.
Highest program earnings: $37,191
Strong outcomes with 76% acceptance
20.8% payment burden | Challenging - payment 18-25% of discretionary
48.4% family burden | High burden - payment over 25% of discretionary
| Rank | School | Program Earnings | Cohort Size | Student Debt | Student GPS | Parent Debt | Parent GPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | $37,191 | 36 | $22,142 | Challenging | $25,567 | High | |
| #2 | Jackson State UniversityPublic | $31,520 | 16 | $30,470 | High | $15,000 | High |
| #3 | Delta State UniversityPublic | $24,839 | 27 | $20,390 | High | $10,568 | High |
| #4 | $22,771 | 14 | $22,500 | High | $14,301 | High | |
| #5 | $19,749 | 8 | $15,000 | High | $10,000 | High |
Our program rankings answer: "Which schools have the best outcomes for graduates of this specific major?"
Unlike traditional rankings that measure overall school quality, these rankings focus on program-level outcomes. A school that's #200 overall might have a top-10 nursing program — and that matters if you're studying nursing.
Data based on 2024-2025 Dept of Education reporting standards. Learn about our methodology →
