Mississippi College is a Christian college established in 1826 and was originally called Hampstead Academy. This Christian college is affiliated with the Baptist denomination and is situated in Clinton, Mississippi, just minutes away from the state capital of Jackson. Enrollment exceeds more than 5,000 students and the college is home to one of Mississippi's law schools.
Belhaven University is non-denominational Christian college concentrating in liberal arts. Originally established in 1883, Belhaven offers eight bachelor's and four master's degrees, including law, medical technology and other core degrees. Located in Jackson, Mississippi, this Christian college is nestled among 42 acres.
Tougaloo College in Tougaloo, Mississippi, is historically an African-American liberal arts Christian college in Mississippi, but has grown into a prominent private college for all races and ethnic groups. Established in 1869, Tougaloo merged with the Southern Christian Institute in 1954. The college offers degrees in art, art education, biology and a host of other degrees to prepare the student for a career in teaching.
Millsaps College is in Jackson. Nestled on 100 acres, Millsaps, associated with the United Methodist Church, has a student body of approximately 1,100 students. The college is well-known for its writing program, which is rated as one of the top 20 in the country, according to the college website. Millsaps offers majors from accounting to theater.