C+
Above Average
Score: 54/100

Rust College

4-Year Private Non-Profit HBCU
📍 Holly Springs, Mississippi 38635
🌐 www.rustcollege.edu/
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Rating Context: This institution has fewer than 500 students. Smaller schools may show more rating variability due to limited data points.

Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (D) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 27%
Outcomes
D
37/100
Affordability
C+
56/100
Resources
B
67/100
Experience
A
83/100
Prestige
D
36/100

Quick Stats

429
Total Enrollment
27%
Graduation Rate
10%
Retention Rate
11.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
35%
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price
For parents & investors

The Rust College Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $175,029
  • Avg rent near campus: $945/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 38659 (4.4% cap, Potts Camp)

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $11,385 $11,385
Total Cost (On-Campus) $23,320 $23,320

Financial Aid

97%
Receive Any Aid
77%
Receive Pell Grants
61%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Student Demographics

429
Total Students
51%
Women
79%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

Black 93%
Non-Resident 4%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 80%
Hybrid (Some Online) 14%
Fully Online 7%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 79%
25-64 (Adult) 21%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Rust College?
Rust College has an acceptance rate of 35%. This makes it a moderately selective institution with competitive admission standards.
How much does it cost to attend Rust College?
Tuition at Rust College is $11,385 for in-state students and $11,385 for out-of-state students .
What is the graduation rate at Rust College?
The graduation rate at Rust College is 27%. This graduation rate is low, which may reflect the institution's student population, program types, or other factors worth investigating.
Is Rust College a good school?
Rust College has a Repit College Score of 54/100 (Grade: C+). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (D): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (C+): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (B): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (A): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (D): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend Rust College?
Rust College has a total enrollment of 429 students. Most students (79%) are traditional college-age (18-24).

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