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Mississippi Christian University

Mississippi Christian University

Clinton, MS · Suburb · 2,518 students
4
Year
Private Non-profit
Suburb
Small (<3k)
Accredited by Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
About

Mississippi College, located in the charming, historic town of Clinton, is the state's oldest university and is widely recognized for its deeply rooted Christian heritage and exceptionally strong pre-medical and health science programs, which feature a rare undergraduate cadaver lab. Beyond healthcare, the university boasts highly regarded programs in business, education, and nursing, all supported by a tight-knit 14:1 student-to-faculty ratio that ensures personalized mentorship. Campus life is vibrant and distinct, featuring competitive NCAA Division II athletics and unique local social clubs and "tribes" instead of national Greek organizations, fostering a deeply supportive, faith-based community. This combination of rigorous, values-driven academics and an active student body makes it an ideal environment for students seeking holistic personal and professional growth.


Wikipedia:Mississippi Christian University is a private university affiliated with the Mississippi Baptist Convention and located in Clinton, Mississippi, United States. It was founded in 1826 and is the second oldest Baptist-affiliated college or university in the United States and the oldest college or university in Mississippi.

Location
Clinton, MS, 39058 · Suburb campus
Nearest airport from college
MSY · New Orleans
162 mi away
Cost
Cost of attendance
$41,214
Avg net price
$27,712
Room & board
$16,120
Tuition
$23,500
Books & supplies
$1,700/yr
Average net price by family income
$0–30k
$25,984
$30–48k
$25,743
$48–75k
$27,601
$75–110k
$29,083
$110k+
$29,757
Admissions
Admit rate
29%
Test policy
Test optional
SAT average
1090
ACT midpoint
24
Composite 1925
English 1925
Math 1724

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Essay Requirements

Mississippi Christian University accepts the Common Application. All Common App schools require the personal statement essay. Some schools also require supplemental essays — check the school's page on Common App for current prompts and word limits.

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Outcomes
Graduation rate
61%
4-yr on-time completion
56%
1st-yr retention
78%
Transfer-out rate
29%
8-year outcomes
Graduated
62%
Transferred
29%
Still enrolled
1%
Dropped out / unknown
8%
Median earnings (6yr)
$42,011
Median earnings (10yr)
$47,485
Median debt
$22,500
Monthly loan payment
$239
Debt range (25th–75th)
$6,250$27,000
Debt (90th percentile)
$35,582
Student Body
Men 42%Women 58%
14
:
1
Student : Faculty ratio
Students   Faculty
Pell grant recipients
30%
First-generation
26%
Median family income
$39,014
Independent students
21%
Avg age at entry
22.0
Part-time students
3%
Race & ethnicity
White
70%
Hispanic
4%
Black
16%
Asian
2%
Two or more
2%
Non-resident
3%
Unknown
2%
Programs & Earnings
Bachelor's degrees by annual completions · 4yr national median earnings
Median earnings for graduates across all programs
6 years after entry
$42,011
10 years after entry
$47,485
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing96
Biology, General61
Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness37
Business Administration, Management and Operations32
Psychology, General30
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods28
Communication and Media Studies23
Design and Applied Arts21
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas17
Accounting and Related Services17
Criminal Justice and Corrections16
Finance and Financial Management Services16
History12
Social Work11
Marketing11
Computer Science10
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Institutional
Endowment
$114M
Classification
Doctoral/Professional
Undergraduate profile
Four-year, selective admissions
Full-time faculty
52%
Avg faculty salary
$7,995/mo
Instructional spend/student
$8,389
Federal loan rate
35%

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