C+
Above Average
Score: 56/100
Overall (traditional)
C+
Outcome Rating
56/100 · earnings-weighted

Belhaven University

4-Year Private Non-Profit
📍 Jackson, Mississippi 39202
Outcomes
B
66/100
Affordability
F
32/100
Resources
B
66/100
Experience
B
71/100
Prestige
C
44/100

Two ratings: the overall grade compares colleges the conventional way (outcomes, cost, resources, experience, reputation). The Outcome Rating asks what students earn: 60% wage-adjusted earnings 10 years after enrolling, 25% graduation, 15% retention. Methodology

Quick Stats

3,616
Total Enrollment
51%
Graduation Rate
69%
Retention Rate
13.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
53%
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price

Earnings, Debt & Completion

What happens to students who enroll at Belhaven University, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.

$46,440
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$38,987
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$26,333
Median debt at graduation
48.5%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
1,124
Average SAT
22
Median ACT
48.7%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 57% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 54th percentile among bachelor’s-degree-focused colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (MS wage index 0.68). This drives the Outcome Rating.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved Oct 2026. Earnings are for federally aided students who enrolled, whether or not they graduated.

Earnings by Major at Belhaven University

Median pay of bachelor's degree graduates by field of study, and how each program ranks against every college reporting that major — by raw pay and adjusted for state wage levels. Same school, very different paychecks.

Major1 yr after4 yrs aftervs. nationalRank (pay)Rank (wage-adj.)Median debt
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing$69,794$79,098-11%#757 of 966#226$16,666
Business Administration, Management and Operations$51,546$62,042-9%#716 of 1176#232$31,534
Accounting and Related Services$43,016$60,247-21%#708 of 796#439$27,000
Health and Medical Administrative Services$39,022$51,594-12%#210 of 275#114$35,416
Bible/Biblical Studies$35,275$48,516+9%#13 of 35#3$29,748
Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness$25,503$48,349-11%#464 of 610#187$23,312
Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology$28,316$45,213-11%#49 of 59#26$30,833
Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft$19,931$39,109-2%#150 of 255#29—
Social Work—$35,263-32%#419 of 420#410—
Social Sciences$36,568$33,423-37%#86 of 87#82$38,569
Dance$15,711$32,324-19%#54 of 58#31$22,500

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working; small programs are not reported.

For parents & investors

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  • Avg home value near campus: $184,480
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,143/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 39204 (18.1% cap, Jackson)

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🏆 Where Belhaven University Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

#6
Bible/Biblical Studies
of 35 schools
#29
Reading Teacher Education
of 59 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $28,800 $28,800
Total Cost (On-Campus) $40,245 $40,245

Financial Aid

38%
Receive Any Aid
14%
Receive Pell Grants
27%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Student Demographics

3,616
Total Students
64%
Women
66%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 26%
Hispanic 3%
Black 49%
Asian 1%
Two or More 4%
Non-Resident 7%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 33%
Hybrid (Some Online) 8%
Fully Online 59%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 66%
25-64 (Adult) 31%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Belhaven University?
Belhaven University has an acceptance rate of 53%. This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.
How much does it cost to attend Belhaven University?
Tuition at Belhaven University is $28,800 for in-state students and $28,800 for out-of-state students .
What is the graduation rate at Belhaven University?
The graduation rate at Belhaven University is 51%. This graduation rate is below average. Consider factors like program type and student demographics when evaluating.
Is Belhaven University a good school?
Belhaven University has a Repit College Score of 56/100 (Grade: C+). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (B): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (F): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (B): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (B): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (C): Reputation and recognition
How many students attend Belhaven University?
Belhaven University has a total enrollment of 3,616 students.

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: October 2026 | Methodology