Compare 5 General Studies. programs in Mississippi. Average earnings: $30,035.
General Studies programs produce graduates earning between $18,154 and $36,682—an $18K spread that demonstrates why program selection matters independently of school prestige. Across 5 ranked programs in Mississippi, outcomes vary based on program quality, not institutional reputation.
University of Mississippi's General Studies program leads with graduates earning $36,682, followed closely by Mississippi State University at $36,318. The average across all programs is $30,035, yet even within the same state system, outcomes differ by thousands based on program-level factors rather than overall school rankings.
High earnings don't guarantee affordability—debt burden matters. Mississippi University For Women achieves the lowest family debt burden at $25,000 total borrowing, though all three top programs fall into the 'Challenging' category with payment burdens above 18%. Students face debt-to-earnings ratios ranging from 0.46 to 0.61 across programs.
Highest program earnings: $36,682
Strong outcomes with 98% acceptance
19.4% payment burden | Challenging
35.7% family burden | High burden
| Rank | School | Program Earnings | Cohort Size | Student Debt | Student GPS | Parent Debt | Parent GPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | $36,682 | 126 | $20,000 | Challenging | $29,387 | High | |
| #2 | $36,318 | 70 | $22,142 | Challenging | $25,567 | High | |
| #3 | $32,750 | 16 | $15,000 | Challenging | $10,000 | High | |
| #4 | Alcorn State UniversityPublic | $26,269 | 62 | $27,000 | High | $13,000 | High |
| #5 | $18,154 | 162 | $22,500 | High | $14,301 | 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 →
