Management Information Systems and Services at University of Mississippi

Ole Miss's MIS program graduates earn $63,107 their first year out—about $6,000 above the national median and nearly $9,000 more than the typical Mississippi MIS graduate. That's solid positioning for a state where tech opportunities are limited and many graduates leave for larger markets. The debt load of $22,400 sits comfortably below both state and national averages, creating a manageable debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.35.

The most striking comparison is with Mississippi State, the state's other major public university, where MIS graduates earn roughly $17,000 less. Whether that gap reflects differences in curriculum, corporate recruiting relationships, or simply where graduates take jobs isn't clear, but it's a meaningful difference for Mississippi families comparing in-state options. The 98% admission rate means this outcome is accessible to most students who want it.

The caveat: these numbers come from fewer than 30 graduates, so they could swing significantly year to year. A couple of students landing particularly high-paying jobs can skew the median substantially. Still, even accounting for that uncertainty, the combination of above-average earnings, below-average debt, and strong performance relative to the state market makes this worth considering for students interested in business technology roles.