Mississippi Valley State University's published cost of attendance is $21,154. Net price by income band shows how financial aid reshapes that headline figure: low-income families pay approximately $9,073, middle-income families pay around $9,627, and higher-income families pay approximately $17,479.
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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) | $21,154 |
| Tuition and Fees | $7,692 |
| Room and Board | $8,956 |
| Books and Supplies | $2,000 |
| Average Financial Aid (Grants and Scholarships) | -$11,468 |
| Average Net Price (What Families Pay) | $9,686 |
| Family Income | Net Price |
|---|---|
| $0–30k | $9,073 |
| $30–48k | $9,076 |
| $48–75k | $9,627 |
| $75–110k | $12,440 |
| $110k+ | $17,479 |
Mississippi Valley State University's published cost of attendance is $21,154. Net price by income band shows how financial aid reshapes that headline figure: low-income families pay approximately $9,073, middle-income families pay around $9,627, and higher-income families pay approximately $17,479. Azimuth ranks Mississippi Valley State University #322 for post-graduation affordability among nonprofit four-year institutions. Median federal student loan debt at graduation is $28,413, and families using Parent PLUS borrow a median of $9,500; private or institutional loans may add further borrowing that falls outside these federal-only figures. For the typical graduate at Mississippi Valley State University's median four-year earnings of $40,972, median federal debt of $28,413 projects to a monthly payment of about $321 under standard ten-year repayment. For personalized projections across earnings scenarios — including Parent PLUS planning — use Azimuth's Financial GPS tool.
How much students borrow and whether debt is manageable given outcomes.
Debt is moderate relative to earnings. Manageable for most graduates, but higher-debt borrowers should plan carefully.
How cost compares to graduate earnings and value added.
Graduates of Mississippi Valley State University earn median 4-year earnings of $40,972, placing Mississippi Valley State University in the 1.6 percentile for median earnings four years after enrollment among nonprofit four-year institutions. Graduates earn about $5,125 less than similar students at comparable institutions, placing the institution in the 36.1 percentile for earnings beyond expectations among nonprofit four-year institutions. Azimuth ranks Mississippi Valley State University #1346 for return on investment among nonprofit four-year institutions. Program outcomes vary by major. Business Administration, Management and Operations reports 19 graduates and median 4-year earnings of $53,691.
