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 Although Mississippi has traditionally had one of the lowest per capita incomes in the nation, it consistently ranks among the highest states in per capita charitable contributions. Southern generosity has earned Mississippi its nickname of the “Hospitality State.” It offers a welcoming environment for individuals wishing to develop a career or earn a degree at one of its many Mississippi colleges and universities.
Top Mississippi Employers Hire Graduates of Mississippi Colleges and Universities
Manufacturing plays a large role in the economy of Mississippi. College graduates are benefiting, however, from efforts to diversify the local economy. Some of Mississippi’s top employers now include:
- Military Air Facilities located in Columbus, Biloxi, Meridian.
- Stennis Space Flight Center located in Bay St. Louis.
- American General Aviation Corporation located in Greenville.
- Howard Industries located in Laurel.
Graduates of Mississippi Universities and Colleges have Best Opportunities in Mississippi Job Market
With one of the highest unemployment rates in the nation, earning a college degree is more important than ever before in Mississippi. College diplomas in Mississippi can make a significant difference in career advancement opportunities despite a current mediocre economic profile. The most recent statistics from the Department of Labor and U.S. Census Bureau report:
- The 2003 Mississippi gross state product was $72 billion.
- The 2004 – 2005 Mississippi median household income was $34,396.
- The September, 2006 Mississippi unemployment rate was 7%, down 0.8% from July, 2006, but still one of the highest in the nation.
- 1,228,700 people are employed in Mississippi.
Mississippi Colleges and Universities Offer Flexible Degree Options for Mississippi Residents
Working professionals, single parents, and full-time students in search of a college degree have multiple opportunities throughout the state of Mississippi. Colleges and Universities offer online programs to enhance or completely replace campus-based programs through Mississippi schools such as:
- Kaplan University: Nursing programs, Business programs, Management programs, and Criminal Justice Programs.
- University of Phoenix: Nursing programs, Business programs, and Criminal Justice Programs.
- Warren National University: Computer Science programs and Engineering Programs.
- Capella University: Psychology programs and Nonprofit Agency Programs.
For an extensive list of Mississippi colleges and universities, students are encouraged to visit College-Pages.com, the leading education and career resource website. Prospective students will also find links to informative articles on making education and career decisions in the state of Mississippi.
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Westwood College isn't your typical institution of higher learning. With our career-focused education, students can earn a bachelor's degree in just three years and some associate degrees in as little as 20 months.
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At Lincoln College Online, our goal is to combine the best features of online learning with the quality experience of a traditional college education. So you'll get the convenience, flexibility and value of an online college and the academic excellence and personalized attention of a bricks-and-mortar college.
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Potomac College Online degree classes and programs are designed and taught in collaboration with academic and industry professionals. It is important to us that we provide the quality, relevance and discipline it takes to hone your talents for a better future.
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Bellevue University, a leader in adult learning, is your best choice. We accept ALL of the credit in your associate's degree - that's EVERY credit in your A.A.S, A.S., A.G.S., and A.A. degree! And, Bellevue University gives you accelerated bachelor's degree completion 100% ONLINE. So, you enroll with your associate's degree, and complete your bachelor's degree in as little as 12 months.
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Saint Leo University Online is a leading provider of accredited online education to working adults and is a major global provider of education to the military. The online programs are designed to meet the growing needs of adult students and offer the best attributes of traditional classroom education in conjunction with today's most innovative computer technology.
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Lincoln Technical Institute is proud to offer over 60 years of experience supporting students through hands-on, focused career education. We are committed to our mission of helping students achieve personal and professional success and realize their potential, and we're here to partner with you in your goals.
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Lincoln College of Technology is proud to offer over 60 years of experience supporting students through hands-on, focused career education. We are committed to our mission of helping students achieve personal and professional success and realize their potential, and we’re here to partner with you in your goals.
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Lincoln College of New England takes a unique approach to education. The college prides itself on helping students achieve more than just a degree... We provide an education that focuses on big results - results that help build a successful and fulfilling future while emphasizing the importance of lifelong learning.
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At ITT Tech we are committed to helping men and women develop the skills and knowledge to pursue many opportunities in fields involving technology, criminal justice, and business.
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Lincoln Culinary Institute enjoys an established reputation as a renowned educational resource for culinary, pastry and food service training. Lincoln Culinary Institute offers training opportunities in Culinary Arts and International Baking and Pastry Arts.
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Potomac College was founded in 1991 and has continued to offer programs leading to the Associate of Science and the Bachelor of Science degrees that are in high demand fields. Potomac College is unique in its devotion to one goal-the needs of the working adult.
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Raise your profile with Saint Leo University Online! We offer what you need for where you're going with our Online MBA Program. Saint Leo University Online honors the person that you already are and supports the person you want to become in the business world. Claim your future today!
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Southwestern College is part of The Lincoln Group of Schools, a large and growing educational group with an established reputation as a quality resource for the industries we serve. Southwestern College can give you the training needed to start you on your path to success.
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Embrace your passion for glamour and prepare to enter the beauty industry you love with Cosmetology training from Euphoria Institute of Beauty Arts & Sciences! Euphoria Institute can provide you with the skills, knowledge, confidence and finesse you need to launch a successful new career in this dynamic field.
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At Redstone College we know that you're looking for the rewards that come with being successful - and a key to success is a college degree!
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Hybrid Medical Assisting Program - Work with patients at a doctor's office or clinic as a Medical Assistant. This course is half online and half hands-on training at our Phoenix Campus. Schedules are designed so that you don't have to spend more time in the classroom than necessary.
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Florida Career College has been specializing in career training since 1982. All our programs are specially designed with employers' requirements in mind. We train individuals who want to succeed in the fields of Allied Health, Cosmetology, Information Technology, and Business and Wellness.
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Nashville Auto-Diesel College (NADC) is part of The Lincoln Group of Schools, a large and growing educational group with an established reputation as a quality resource for the industries we serve. At NADC, we strive to meet our mission of excellence by offering the comprehensive training and education necessary to prepare graduates for initiating a lasting and rewarding career in their chosen technical area.
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You can start now to make your dream career a reality at Sullivan College of Technology and Design, the region's respected academy for training technical and creative professionals. For half a century, we've shaped the people who've shaped the design and technology industries, with career-focused programs designed to prepare students for success much sooner than traditional colleges.
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International Training Careers has been training students like you since 1992. With over 5,000 graduates, International Training Careers gives you the tools to earn more money and command more respect.
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Hawaii Pacific University (HPU), an established institution with leading programs in business administration, information systems, and management, offers a comprehensive Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) degree program.
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