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University of Mississippi vs Mississippi College

MSN programs compared — side-by-side on NCLEX pass rates, tuition, admissions, and format.

Updated Reviewed by NurseWay Editorial Team

At a glance

Lower tuition
University of Mississippi
$9,412 vs $13,596
Easier to get into
University of Mississippi
97.8% vs 48.9% acceptance

Side-by-side details

Best value in each row is highlighted.

University of Mississippi
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.
Mississippi College
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.
Program typeMSNMSN
Formatin personin person
LocationUniversity, MSClinton, MS
Length24 months24 months
NCLEX pass rate
Acceptance rate97.8%BEST48.9%
Avg accepted GPA
Min GPA
Entrance exam
Total tuition$9,412 in / $26,980 outBEST$13,596
In-state tuition$9,412BEST$13,596
Out-of-state tuition$26,980$13,596BEST
Clinical placement
AccreditationCCNECCNE

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is cheaper, University of Mississippi or Mississippi College?

University of Mississippi is the more affordable option at roughly $9,412, compared to $13,596. Factor in residency status, financial aid, and program length when deciding — total cost matters more than annual tuition.

Are University of Mississippi and Mississippi College the same type of program?

Both are MSN programs, so they award the same credential. Compare them on NCLEX pass rate, tuition, length, and location to find the better fit.

How do I decide between University of Mississippi and Mississippi College?

Start by ruling out programs you can't get into (compare your GPA against each school's admissions stats), then weight what matters most — NCLEX pass rate for quality, total tuition for cost, length for time-to-degree, and format (online, hybrid, in-person) for lifestyle. Use NurseWay's free intake to get a personalized fit score for both.

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