Copiah-Lincoln Community College
About Copiah-Lincoln Community College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Copiah-Lincoln Community College teaches in Wesson, in southwest Mississippi, and keeps dormitories. Business and health preparatory studies are among its largest programs.
Founded
1915
Location
Wesson, Mississippi
Students
1,922
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
49.9%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$4,000
Out-of-state: $5,000
Avg Net Price
$3,894
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$31,241
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Open Admission
Every applicant who meets the basic requirements is admitted, so there is no acceptance rate
How to Apply
Test Policy
No test needed
Application Fee
Free
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Below Average
49.9% complete their degree within three years
Retention
72.6%
Transfer Out
15%
Teaching Quality
20:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
100%
$/Student
$8.2K
Class Size
Large
While 49.9% finish in 4 years, 72.6% of freshmen do return for sophomore year. Many students here may take a bit longer, but they stick with it.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$4,000
In-State
$5,000
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$5,400
Books & Supplies
$1,400
Total Cost of Attendance
$12,490
After Financial Aid
$3,894
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$3,165
Receive Grants
40.4%
Take Loans
9.7%
The total cost of attendance runs about $12,490/yr, including $5,400 for room and board. After financial aid, the average student pays $3,894.
Financial Aid
Who gets aid and what happens after
Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at Copiah-Lincoln Community College fund their education.
While in School
40.4%
Get Grants
Free money
9.7%
Take Loans
Must repay
$18,657
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$7,435
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$79/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $7,435, and less than 0% of graduates default on their loans. Students here leave with very manageable financial obligations.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Copiah-Lincoln Community College.
Gender
58.9%
Female
41%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
1,922
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
41.1%
First-Gen
21 yrs
Avg Age
12.1%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 59% of the student body. 41.1% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
Rural: Distant
Campus Quick Facts
1,922
Students
community
Institution
Small
Campus Size
N/A
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
No
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
No
ROTC
No
Evening College
No
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Copiah-Lincoln Community College fields 7 varsity teams with 217 student athletes, about 11% of the student body.
Division
NJCAA
Division I
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
7
Biggest: Football
Student Athletes
217
11% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
71% / 29%
153
Men
64
Women
6
Men's Teams
4
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Copiah-Lincoln Community Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$31,241
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Business Administration, Management and Operations
$34K
69 grads
4yr Earnings
Health/Medical Preparatory Programs
—
65 grads
Biology, General
$27K
61 grads
4yr Earnings
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas
$39K
40 grads
4yr Earnings
Industrial Production Technologies/Technicians
—
31 grads
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods
—
26 grads
Median earnings are $31K ten years after enrollment. Choosing a high-demand major can significantly boost your earning potential from here.
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Data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard Some figures may reflect prior academic years. Our editorial team reviews and updates college profiles to ensure accuracy. If you notice outdated information, please let us know.