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.
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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 Mississippi Valley State University 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. These figures represent lifetime returns relative to MS's no-degree-equivalent earnings baseline of $29,193 (the state median earnings of working adults with only a high school credential). The earnings pattern centers on education and teaching fields, which align with Mississippi Valley State University's dominant program family. Teacher Education is the largest program with 35 graduates, followed by General Studies with 26 graduates and Social Work with 23 graduates. Biology, General and Business Administration round out the top five by enrollment. Business Administration graduates earn median 4-year earnings of $53,691, representing 0.8× the national benchmark for the field . The concentration in education and related fields reflects Mississippi Valley State University's mission-driven focus on preparing educators and social-service professionals for careers that serve Mississippi and the broader region.
