Mississippi Psychology Schools

Mississippi is known as a mostly rural state with only 3 million people and a handful of metropolitan centers. On the educational spectrum, particularly as it relates to psychology, it does offer multiple opportunities to complete one's training.

Walden University

Featured Programs:
BS in Psychology - Graduate School Prep

Southern New Hampshire University

Featured Programs:
BA in Psychology/Child & Adolescent Development (Online)

Mississippi Psychology Resources

• Mississippi Psychological Association
• Mississippi Board of Psychology

Capella University

Featured Programs:
MS in General Psychology (Online)
MS in Child and Adolescent Development

Post University

Featured Programs:
BA in Psychology (Online)

Educational Programs and Possibilities

Considering the lack of size that Mississippi has, the 21 accredited schools, which offer psychology programs, is quite impressive. Delta State, Jackson State, Mississipi State, Southern Mississippi, and the University of Mississippi, all offer doctoral opportunities.

Kaplan University

Featured Programs:
BS Psychology (Online)

Northcentral University

Featured Programs:
MA in Health Psychology (Online)

To save on the cost of an education in psychology, since most states require doctorate degrees for approved licensure, students are likely to start at one of the smaller schools before transferring to one of the Big 5 that offer doctorate programs.

University of Phoenix

Featured Programs:
Bachelor of Science in Psychology

Psychology in Mississippi Job Prospects

The median annual wage in Mississippi is quite low compared to other places in the nation at just $45,000. While cost of living is extremely low compared to some regions, opportunities for employment are not as impressive as in other areas throughout the south. You will need a doctorate degree and successful completion of the state exam as administered by the Board of Psychology to attain a license.