Hinds Community College
About Hinds Community College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Hinds Community College is the largest community college in Mississippi, teaching from Raymond and five other campuses, and it keeps dormitories. Nursing is among its largest programs, alongside the transfer track most of its students take.
Founded
1917
Location
Raymond, Mississippi
Students
6,397
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
43.3%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$4,250
Out-of-state: $7,300
Avg Net Price
$4,060
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$30,774
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
43.3% complete their degree within three years
Retention
57.9%
Transfer Out
9%
Teaching Quality
15:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
52.8%
$/Student
$5.3K
Class Size
Medium
The 43.3% graduation rate is below the national average of 44%. It's worth looking into what support systems the school offers to help you finish your degree.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$4,250
In-State
$7,300
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$6,800
Books & Supplies
$1,200
Total Cost of Attendance
$11,036
After Financial Aid
$4,060
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$3,233
Receive Grants
50.5%
Take Loans
33.5%
The total cost of attendance runs about $11,036/yr, including $6,800 for room and board. After financial aid, the average student pays $4,060.
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 Hinds Community College fund their education.
While in School
50.5%
Get Grants
Free money
33.5%
Take Loans
Must repay
$17,640
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$9,371
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$99/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $9,371, 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 Hinds Community College.
Gender
60.9%
Female
39%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
6,397
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
38.2%
First-Gen
23 yrs
Avg Age
24.6%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 61% of the student body. 38.2% 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
6,397
Students
community
Institution
Medium
Campus Size
N/A
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
Yes
ROTC
No
Evening College
No
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Hinds Community College fields 9 varsity teams with 270 student athletes, about 4% of the student body.
Division
NJCAA
Division I
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
9
Biggest: Football
Student Athletes
270
4% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
65% / 35%
175
Men
95
Women
8
Men's Teams
6
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Hinds Community Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$30,774
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$21K
1505 grads
1yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$66K
149 grads
1yr Earnings
Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other
$48K
114 grads
4yr Earnings
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions
$56K
49 grads
1yr Earnings
Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services
$21K
44 grads
4yr Earnings
Culinary Arts and Related Services
$34K
42 grads
4yr Earnings
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.