School Highlights
Northeast Mississippi Community College serves 3,804 students (67% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the state community college average of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the state average of 51%.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Enrollment: 3,804 students
- In-state tuition: $2,300
- Out-state tuition: $4,600
- Student:teacher ratio: 11:1
- Minority enrollment: 27%
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
The teacher population of 331 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Northeast Mississippi Community College
(MS) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate's Colleges: Mixed Transfer/Career & Technical-High Traditional
Associate's Colleges: Mixed Transfer/Career & Technical-High Traditional
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Total Faculty
331 staff
371 staff
Student Body
The student population of Northeast Mississippi Community College has grown by 5% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 has increased from 10:1 over five years.
The Northeast Mississippi Community College diversity score of 0.43 is less than the state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has grown by 18% over five years.
Total Enrollment
3,804 students
3,804 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
# Full-Time Students
2,538 students
2,538 students
# Part-Time Students
1,266 students
1,406 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
380 students
366 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
2,538 students
2,538 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
1,266 students
1,845 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
814 students
814 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
n/a
n/a
% Asian
n/a
1%
% Hispanic
3%
3%
% Black
20%
39%
% White
73%
49%
% Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
% Two or more races
3%
3%
% Unknown races
n/a
5%
Diversity Score
0.43
0.60
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
0.3882%
0.3884%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$31,700
$30,000
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
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 35% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$2,300
$2,427
Out-State Tuition Fees
$4,600
$4,463
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
90%
91%
Median Debt for Graduates
$9,233
$8,448
Median Debt for Dropouts
$5,500
$4,808
Acceptance Rate
n/a
100%
Sports
Total Sports Offered
7 sports
Sports
Baseball, Basketball, Football, Golf, Softball, Tennis, Volleyball
Source: 2024 (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.
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