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Best Sociology Schools in Mississippi

Mississippi has 4 colleges offering Sociology programs tracked by the College Scorecard, producing 30 recent graduates. Graduates in Mississippi earn $24,291 on average within two years — 23% below the national average of $31,633. Lower cost of living or industry mix may explain the gap.

4
Schools in MS
$24,291
MS Avg. Earnings
$31,633
National Avg.
593
Schools Nationally

Public vs Private: Sociology in Mississippi

Public Schools (2)
$25,194
avg. 2yr earnings
Private Schools (2)
$23,840
avg. 2yr earnings

Public schools in Mississippi produce comparable or higher early earnings for Sociology graduates, often at lower cost — making them strong value options.

Sociology Schools in Mississippi, Ranked by Earnings

#1
Tougaloo College logo

Tougaloo College

Tougaloo, MS · Private

$22,485
2yr Earnings
1yr Earnings: $23,499
Graduates: 30
Acceptance: 53.2%
#2
University of Southern Mississippi logo

University of Southern Mississippi

Hattiesburg, MS · Public

N/A
2yr Earnings
Acceptance: 99.4%
#3
Jackson State University logo

Jackson State University

Jackson, MS · Public

$25,194
2yr Earnings
Acceptance: 91.0%
#4
Mississippi College logo

Mississippi College

Clinton, MS · Private

$25,194
2yr Earnings
Acceptance: 48.9%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best school for Sociology in Mississippi?
Tougaloo College ranks #1 for Sociology in Mississippi with median graduate earnings of $22,485 within two years of graduation. There are 4 schools offering Sociology programs in the state.
How much do Sociology graduates earn in Mississippi?
Sociology graduates in Mississippi earn an average of $24,291 within two years of graduation. This is 23% below the national average of $31,633 for this major.
What is the hardest Sociology school to get into in Mississippi?
Mississippi College is the most selective Sociology program in Mississippi with an acceptance rate of 48.9%. The average acceptance rate across Sociology programs in the state is 73.1%.
Should I attend a public or private school for Sociology in Mississippi?
In Mississippi, private Sociology programs produce average earnings of $23,840 vs $25,194 at public schools. However, public schools typically cost less — consider net price relative to earnings when calculating ROI. There are 2 public and 2 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.