Mississippi State University's published cost of attendance is $29,267. Net price by income band reflects the university's public-tuition structure and need-based aid reach: low-income families pay approximately $14,332, middle-income families pay around $18,671, and higher-income families pay approximately $22,987.
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Net prices are averages and may vary. Based on federal data for first-time, full-time students receiving aid.
| Cost Category | Amount |
|---|---|
| Total Cost of Attendance (Sticker Price) | $29,267 |
| Tuition and Fees | $27,637 |
| Room and Board | $12,902 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,200 |
| Average Financial Aid (Grants and Scholarships) | -$11,672 |
| Average Net Price (What Families Pay) | $17,595 |
| Family Income | Net Price |
|---|---|
| $0–30k | $14,332 |
| $30–48k | $14,372 |
| $48–75k | $18,671 |
| $75–110k | $20,704 |
| $110k+ | $22,987 |
Mississippi State University's published cost of attendance is $29,267. Net price by income band reflects the university's public-tuition structure and need-based aid reach: low-income families pay approximately $14,332, middle-income families pay around $18,671, and higher-income families pay approximately $22,987. Azimuth ranks Mississippi State University #533 for post-graduation affordability among nonprofit four-year institutions. Net prices by income band are medians within those bands; individual aid packages vary, so some families in each band pay more and some less than the figures shown. Mississippi State participates in federal need-based aid programs, including Pell Grants and Direct Loans, alongside state and institutional aid. The gap between sticker price and net price can differ substantially across income levels, reflecting how institutional aid reshapes affordability for different family situations. Median federal student loan debt at graduation is $22,142, and families using Parent PLUS borrow a median of $25,567; private or institutional loans may add further borrowing that falls outside these federal-only figures — see the for how household context shapes PLUS decisions. For a graduate at the institution's median four-year earnings of $59,311, median federal debt of $22,142 projects to a monthly payment of about $250 under standard ten-year repayment. For personalized projections across earnings scenarios — including Parent PLUS planning — use .
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How cost compares to graduate earnings and value added.
Graduates of Mississippi State University earn median 4-year earnings of $59,311, placing Mississippi State University in the 44.5 percentile for median earnings four years after enrollment among nonprofit four-year institutions. Graduates earn about $1,983 less than similar students at comparable institutions, placing Mississippi State University in the 49.6 percentile for earnings beyond expectations among nonprofit four-year institutions. Azimuth ranks Mississippi State University #773 for return on investment among nonprofit four-year institutions. Mississippi State University also sits in the 51.1 percentile for median low-income graduate earnings among nonprofit four-year institutions. The earnings pattern at Mississippi State University is anchored by Business, which forms the largest share of degree output. Business Administration stands out as the program combining the broadest graduate cohort with strong median earnings. Among the top programs by scale and earnings, Business Administration program graduates 359 students with median 4-year earnings of $55,993, and Azimuth ranks the program #233 for median earnings four years after enrollment among nonprofit four-year institutions. The Teacher Education program graduates 263 students with median 4-year earnings of $40,431, with Azimuth ranking the program #219 for median earnings four years after enrollment among nonprofit four-year institutions. Kinesiology and Psychology, General round out the high-enrollment tier, with median 4-year earnings of $50,503 and $41,986 respectively. Business accounts for 20% of graduates, followed by Engineering at 16% and Education at 8%.
