Best Psychology, General Schools in Mississippi

Mississippi has 12 colleges offering Psychology, General programs tracked by the College Scorecard, producing 483 recent graduates. Graduates in Mississippi earn $21,168 on average within two years — 27% below the national average of $29,183. Lower cost of living or industry mix may explain the gap.

Schools in MS

$21,168

MS Avg. Earnings

$29,183

National Avg.

1179

Schools Nationally

Public vs Private: Psychology, General in Mississippi

Public Schools (7)

$20,134

avg. 2yr earnings

Private Schools (5)

$22,461

avg. 2yr earnings

Private schools produce $2,327 more in early earnings on average, but typically cost more. Compare net price to determine which offers better ROI.

Psychology, General Schools in Mississippi, Ranked by Earnings

University of Mississippi

University, MS · Public

$19,319

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $22,599

Graduates: 62

Acceptance: 97.8%

Jackson State University

Jackson, MS · Public

$18,087

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $23,882

Graduates: 36

Acceptance: 91.0%

Mississippi State University

Mississippi State, MS · Public

$22,854

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $24,831

Graduates: 103

Acceptance: 76.3%

Mississippi College

Clinton, MS · Private

$22,192

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $17,378

Graduates: 21

Acceptance: 48.9%

William Carey University

Hattiesburg, MS · Private

$20,726

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $26,320

Graduates: 62

Acceptance: 58.0%

University of Southern Mississippi

Hattiesburg, MS · Public

$22,094

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $25,247

Graduates: 120

Acceptance: 99.4%

Delta State University

Cleveland, MS · Public

N/A

2yr Earnings

Acceptance: 99.7%

Alcorn State University

Alcorn State, MS · Public

N/A

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $23,657

Graduates: 24

Acceptance: 24.7%

Blue Mountain Christian University

Blue Mountain, MS · Private

N/A

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $24,481

Graduates: 19

Acceptance: 100.0%

#10

Millsaps College

Jackson, MS · Private

Mississippi University for Women

Columbus, MS · Public

$18,315

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $19,447

Graduates: 16

Acceptance: 100.0%

#12

Belhaven University

Jackson, MS · Private

$17,242

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $24,068

Graduates: 20

Acceptance: 53.3%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best school for Psychology, General in Mississippi?

University of Mississippi ranks #1 for Psychology, General in Mississippi with median graduate earnings of $19,319 within two years of graduation. There are 12 schools offering Psychology, General programs in the state.

How much do Psychology, General graduates earn in Mississippi?

Psychology, General graduates in Mississippi earn an average of $21,168 within two years of graduation. This is 27% below the national average of $29,183 for this major.

What is the hardest Psychology, General school to get into in Mississippi?

Alcorn State University is the most selective Psychology, General program in Mississippi with an acceptance rate of 24.7%. The average acceptance rate across Psychology, General programs in the state is 74.8%.

Should I attend a public or private school for Psychology, General in Mississippi?

In Mississippi, private Psychology, General programs produce average earnings of $22,461 vs $20,134 at public schools. However, public schools typically cost less — consider net price relative to earnings when calculating ROI. There are 7 public and 5 private options in the state.

Other Popular Majors in Mississippi

Chemical Engineering $74,307 Computer Engineering $65,333 Civil Engineering $53,985 Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions $50,839 Computer and Information Sciences, General $49,290 Management Information Systems and Services $45,138 Business/Commerce, General $44,733 Agricultural Business and Management $44,384

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Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study file last updated June 2026. Institution-level figures elsewhere on the site come from the June 2026 release.