- Southwest Mississippi Community College provides academic, career, and continuing education, meeting the diverse needs of the population at a reasonable cost. SMCC provides community services and promotes economic development through consultative and workforce training.
School Highlights
Southwest Mississippi Community College serves 1,673 students (76% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the state community college average of 10:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Asian), which is equal to the state average of 98%.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Enrollment: 1,673 students
- In-state tuition: $2,620
- Out-state tuition: $5,320
- Student:teacher ratio: 8:1
- Minority enrollment: 98%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
School Overview
The teacher population of 207 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Southwest Mississippi Community College
(MS) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associates Colleges
Associates Colleges
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Total Faculty
207 staff
371 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Southwest Mississippi Community College has declined by 21% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 has decreased from 10:1 over five years.
The Southwest Mississippi Community College diversity score of 0.55 is less than the state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
1,673 students
3,127 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
10:1
# Full-Time Students
1,275 students
2,090 students
# Part-Time Students
398 students
1,037 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
200 students
295 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
1,275 students
2,090 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
398 students
1,187 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
538 students
814 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
n/a
1%
% Asian
43%
39%
% Hispanic
n/a
n/a
% Black
2%
3%
% White
2%
2%
% Hawaiian
51%
52%
% Two or more races
2%
3%
Diversity Score
0.55
0.58
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
0.4137%
0.3913%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$31,100
$30,000
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $2,620 is more than the state average of $2,427. The in-state tuition has declined by 20% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $5,320 is more than the state average of $4,463. The out-state tuition has declined by 11% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$2,620
$2,427
Out-State Tuition Fees
$5,320
$4,463
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
94%
91%
Median Debt for Graduates
n/a
$8,448
Median Debt for Dropouts
n/a
$4,808
Acceptance Rate
n/a
100%
Source: 2023 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
School Notes
- Southwest Mississippi Community College is a two-year college that offers the freshman and sophomore level academic transfer courses, and vocational-technical programs. In 1908, the Mississippi legislature enacted legislation allowing counties to establish agricultural high schools. On April 7, 1916, the Pike County School Board voted to establish such a high school. The ideal spot for the new agricultural high school was Godbold's Mineral Wells, located in a picturesque setting just northeast of Summit. Godbold's Mineral Wells, a state and national resort noted for its mineral waters, had outlived its glory years, yet it proved to be the perfect location for an educational facility. On September 3, 1918, Superintendent James Murray Kenna, six faculty members, and approximately forty students began the Pike County Agricultural High School - an institution destined to become Southwest Mississippi Community College. The original campus consisted of classroom buildings, dormitories, and a comprehensive farm, including dairy, beef, and row-crop operations. Still located on its original site, Southwest continues to grow and develop. The campus, located on a sixty-acre plot, includes twenty-eight buildings, a football stadium, and a baseball field. The buildings are situated around a central lake with walks, bridges, and paths connecting the buildings. The remainder of the approximately 855 acres is now a tree farm. Southwest Mississippi Community College is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools to award the Associate Degree.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Southwest Mississippi Community College cost?
Southwest Mississippi Community College's tuition is approximately $2,620 for In-State students and $5,320 for Out-State students.
Recent Articles
What are Community Colleges Doing with Labor Department Grants?
The article explores how community colleges are utilizing Labor Department grants, particularly the TAACCCT program, to develop workforce training programs. It highlights various initiatives across different states, focusing on industry-specific training and skill development in emerging sectors.
For-Profit Universities Looking to Partner with Community Colleges
This article examines the trend of for-profit universities, particularly the University of Phoenix, seeking partnerships with community colleges. It discusses the potential benefits and controversies surrounding these collaborations, focusing on transfer agreements and workforce training programs.
New Analysis Shows How California Community Colleges Could Cut Millions in Spending
The article discusses a California Watch analysis revealing potential savings in California's community college system through administrative consolidation. It explores the implications of such cost-cutting measures and the challenges in implementing them within the state's education system.
