Cost of Attendance | Office of Admissions and Scholarships
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Cost of
Attendance

Mississippi State University offers affordable tuition that delivers outstanding value for your investment. Our affordable rates blend with top-tier academics, cutting-edge research opportunities, vibrant student life, and comprehensive career preparation, ensuring a return on your educational investment.

Yearly Tuition for Fall & Spring Semesters

In-State

In-State Tuition & Fees $10,202
Housing (Median Value)  $8,016
Meal Plan (Weekly 21 Plan)  $4,886
Total for In State $23,104 

Non-Resident

Out-of-State Tuition & Fees $27,637 
Housing (Median Value)  $8,016
Meal Plan (Weekly 21) $4,886
Total for Out-of-State $40,539

*The cost of attendance for international students can be found here!


Breakdown by Semester Breakdown by Credit Hour

Tuition and Fees listed are for the 2024-2025 academic year and are subject to change without notice by the Board of Trustees-Mississippi Institutions of Higher Learning. Amounts listed are the direct costs for MSU and are required for entering freshman. 

*The median value for on-campus housing cost is $8,016. The cost for the Weekly 21 meal plan is $4,886.

*The application fee is non-refundable.

Revised as of May 31, 2024.