City Rankings
Best Colleges in Jackson, Mississippi
Top colleges in Jackson ranked by national standing and graduate outcomes -- updated 2026.
Colleges listed: 4
Avg grad earnings: $47,586
Top Colleges in Jackson
Nationally ranked schools appear first. Remaining schools are ordered by median graduate earnings.
| # | School | Grad Earnings |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Millsaps College #765 national | $53,848 |
| 2 | Belhaven University #1610 national | $46,440 |
| 3 | Jackson State University #2542 national | $39,060 |
| 4 | University of Mississippi Medical Center | $50,994 |
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Excludes for-profit institutions.
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