- Northeast Mississippi Community College is a public community college in Booneville, Mississippi.
School Highlights
Northeast Mississippi Community College serves 3,442 students (73% of students are full-time).
The college's student-teacher ratio of 27:1 is higher than the state community college average of 25:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the state average of 50%.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Enrollment: 3,442 students
- In-state tuition: $2,300
- Out-state tuition: $4,600
- Student-teacher ratio: 27:1
- Minority enrollment: 25%
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Northeast Mississippi Community College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
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Attribute
School Resources
School Overview
The teacher population of 127 teachers has declined by 61% over five years.
Northeast Mississippi Community College
(MS) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate's Colleges
Associate's Colleges
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Year Founded
1948
Total Faculty
127 staff
130 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Northeast Mississippi Community College has grown by 6% over five years.
The student-teacher ratio of 27:1 has increased from 11:1 over five years.
The Northeast Mississippi Community College diversity score of 0.40 is less than the state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has grown by 19% over five years.
Total Enrollment
3,442 students
3,770 students
Showing 2012–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
27:1
25:1
# Full-Time Students
2,527 students
2,386 students
Showing 2012–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
# Part-Time Students
915 students
1,384 students
Showing 2012–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
# Enrollment Undergraduate
3,442 students
3,442 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
2,527 students
2,386 students
Showing 2012–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
915 students
1,455 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
814 students
814 students
Showing 2008–2021. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
% Hispanic
4%
4%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
% Black
18%
39%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
% White
75%
50%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
% Two or more races
3%
3%
Diversity Score
0.40
0.59
Showing 2011–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
39%
39%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$31,700
$30,000
Tuition & Financial Aid
The public in-state tuition of $2,300 is less than the state average of $2,427. The in-state tuition has declined by 43% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $4,600 is more than the state average of $4,463. The out-state tuition has declined by 37% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$2,300
$2,427
Out-State Tuition Fees
$4,600
$4,463
Tuition Notes
$1825 per semester for residents of Mississippi.
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
95%
93%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Median Debt for Graduates
$9,233
$8,448
Showing 2008–2020. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Median Debt for Dropouts
$5,500
$4,808
Showing 2008–2020. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Sports
Total Sports Offered
7 sports
Sports
BaseballBasketball
FootballGolf
SoftballTennis
Volleyball
Source: 2025 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
School Notes
- Northeast Mississippi Community College is a public, comprehensive community college that exists to meet the diverse educational, career, and individual needs of students and the community within the district it serves - Alcorn, Prentiss, Tippah, Tishomingo, and Union counties- by awarding the Associate of Arts: of Degree, Associate of Applied Science Degree, and Certificates. Beyond this original scope, Northeast responds to the needs of all who seek to further their education.To accomplish the intended role and scope of the college, the following institutional goals were established:To provide accessible, high-quality, and cost-effective curricula that prepare students for continued studies, transfer to four-year institutions, or entry into the workforce.To provide industry-focused career and technical curricula that is student-centered, comprehensive, and responsive to the employment needs of business and industry.To provide a program of student services that will facilitate the educational career, personal, and social growth of students.To provide developmental studies within the curriculum to strengthen the basic skills of students.To offer continuing education, community services, and adult education for individuals striving for personal and professional growth and/or personal enrichment.To provide employer-driven, industry-specific workforce education and training to businesses, industries, and individuals.To provide human resources, financial resources, instructional resources, and physical facilities necessary to offer quality instruction.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Northeast Mississippi Community College cost?
Northeast Mississippi Community College's tuition is approximately $2,300 for In-State students and $4,600 for Out-State students.
What sports does Northeast Mississippi Community College offer?
Northeast Mississippi Community College offers 7 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Football, Golf, Softball, Tennis and Volleyball.
What is Northeast Mississippi Community College's ranking?
Northeast Mississippi Community College ranks among the top 20% of community college in Mississippi for: Percent of students receiving financial aid.
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