Public Institution
Delta State University
Delta State University is located in Cleveland, Mississippi, in the heart of the Mississippi Delta. The campus provides a close-knit community atmosphere, emphasizing both academic pursuits and regional culture. Distinctive programs at Delta State include a strong aviation program and a focus on Delta blues music studies, reflecting the area's rich musical heritage.
Programs
10
Analyzed in dataset
Earnings
$32,365
Average graduate, 1 yr after
Outlook
39/100
Avg DegreeOutlook Score
Tuition
$8,605
Sticker price (est.)
Financial Aid
The sticker price is rarely what families actually pay. Delta State University's grant and scholarship aid lowers the net price for most income brackets. 43% of students receive Pell Grants; 49% take federal loans.
Net Price by Family Income
Academic Year 2025| Income Bracket | Avg Net Price | 4-Year Net Cost |
|---|---|---|
| $0 – $30K | $11,183 | $44,732 |
| $30K – $48K | $11,200 | $44,800 |
| $48K – $75K | $15,514 | $62,056 |
| $75K – $110K | $17,418 | $69,672 |
| $110K+ | $17,117 | $68,468 |
| Sticker price (no aid) | $8,605 | $34,420 |
Net price = tuition + fees + room & board minus grants and scholarships, by reported family-income bracket. Source: IPEDS Student Financial Aid survey via College Scorecard.
Programs at Delta State University
10 degree programs ranked by DegreeOutlook Score. Click any program for AI scenario analysis and 10-year earnings projections.
| Degree Program | DW Score | 1-yr Earnings | AI Risk | ROI |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nursing Compare across schools → |
74
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$68,221/yr | High | 18.8x |
| Teacher Education Compare across schools → |
53
|
$39,008/yr | High | 10.3x |
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45
|
$34,177/yr | High | 8.9x |
| Business Compare across schools → |
45
|
$30,953/yr | High | 8.0x |
| Arts & Media Management Compare across schools → |
34
|
$25,415/yr | High | 6.4x |
| Air Transportation Compare across schools → |
32
|
$32,537/yr | Moderate | 8.5x |
| Family & Consumer Sciences Compare across schools → |
28
|
$28,918/yr | High | 7.4x |
| Psychology Compare across schools → |
28
|
$18,767/yr | High | 4.5x |
| Visual & Performing Arts Compare across schools → |
26
|
$24,839/yr | High | 6.2x |
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26
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$20,823/yr | High | 5.0x |