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Millsaps College

Private nonprofit Jackson, MS · Urban · Southeast · 100% data reported · Agent Insights
56%
Graduation Rate
$53,848
Earnings (10yr)
$26,034
Net Price
43%
Acceptance Rate

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Overview

With an enrollment of just 549 students, Millsaps College offers a close-knit environment where personalized attention is a hallmark. This school is a great fit for those who thrive in smaller classes and value meaningful interactions with professors. Students delve into a variety of subjects, with strong programs in Business & Marketing, Biology & Biomedical, Psychology, Social Sciences, and English & Literature. The acceptance rate of 43% suggests a competitive yet accessible atmosphere for prospective students.

Graduating from Millsaps can lead to favorable outcomes, with a median earning of $53,848 ten years post-graduation. This figure highlights the potential for upward mobility for graduates, although the graduation rate stands at 56%. Affordability is a crucial consideration, especially for those receiving Pell Grants, which are awarded to 37% of students here. This suggests that there is financial support available for those who need it.

On the financial side, the net price after aid is around $26,034, while the median debt for graduates is $27,000. This debt load is manageable for many, particularly given the earnings potential. Students who tend to thrive at Millsaps are often those who appreciate the supportive community and are motivated to leverage their education into meaningful career opportunities.

Rankings

How Millsaps Compares

Dot right of center = above national average.

NATIONAL AVGGraduation56%Earnings 10yr$54KNet Price$26KRetention58%Median Debt$27KPell Grant Rate37%

Net Price by Family Income

What families actually pay after aid, by income bracket.

$24K$0-30K$24K$30-48K$23K$48-75K$31K$110K+

The Mobility Equation

Mobility = Access x Success. How many low-income students get in, and how many reach the top 20%?

ACCESS% from bottom 20%587.0%SUCCESS% who reach top 20%3065.9%MOBILITY179.96%

Cost & Financial Aid

$44,680
In-State Tuition
$44,680
Out-of-State
$26,034
Avg Net Price
$27,000
Median Debt
37%
Pell Grant Rate
59%
Federal Loan Rate

What Families Actually Pay

$24,215
Family Income $0–$30K
$23,719
Family Income $30K–$48K
$23,062
Family Income $48K–$75K
$30,945
Family Income $110K+

Graduate Outcomes

$46,137
6 Years After Entry
$54,296
8 Years
$53,848
10 Years
0.5x
Debt-to-Earnings
68%
Earning > $25K

Earnings Trajectory

$46,137 6yr $54,296 8yr $53,848 10yr

Social Mobility

Data: Raj Chetty's Mobility Report Card · 30M+ anonymized tax records

179.96%
Mobility Rate
Bottom 20% → Top 20%
3065.9%
Success Rate
If bottom 20% get in
587.0%
From Bottom 20%
Share of students
$110,600
Parent Median Income

Social Capital

Data: Opportunity Insights Social Capital Atlas

1.64
Economic Connectedness
Cross-class friendships
-0.03
Friending Bias
Lower = more inclusive
10.0%
Volunteering Rate
1.00
Support Ratio
Community support

Academics & Admissions

Acceptance Rate 43%
Retention Rate 58%
SAT Average 1181
ACT Midpoint 25
SAT Range 1025–1150
ACT Range 21–28
Full-Time Faculty 79%
Faculty Salary (mo) $8,256
Diversity Index 0.60
First-Gen Students 17%

Top Programs

Business & Marketing 36%
Biology & Biomedical 30%
Psychology 7%
Social Sciences 5%
English & Literature 5%
Communications 5%
Visual & Performing Arts 5%
Mathematics & Statistics 2%