Itawamba Community College
About Itawamba Community College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Itawamba Community College teaches in the hills of northeast Mississippi, from Fulton and Tupelo, and keeps dormitories. Nursing and business are its largest programs.
Founded
1941
Location
Fulton, Mississippi
Students
4,167
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
50.3%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$3,420
Out-of-state: $5,820
Avg Net Price
$4,616
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$32,912
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
Average
50.3% complete their degree within three years
Retention
73.5%
Transfer Out
15%
Teaching Quality
20:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
46.2%
$/Student
$6.6K
Class Size
Large
While 50.3% finish in 4 years, 73.5% 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
$3,420
In-State
$5,820
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$5,000
Books & Supplies
$1,554
Total Cost of Attendance
$12,079
After Financial Aid
$4,616
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$3,623
Receive Grants
46.8%
Take Loans
10.6%
The total cost of attendance runs about $12,079/yr, including $5,000 for room and board. After financial aid, the average student pays $4,616.
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 Itawamba Community College fund their education.
While in School
46.8%
Get Grants
Free money
10.6%
Take Loans
Must repay
$22,559
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$7,631
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$81/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $7,631, 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 Itawamba Community College.
Gender
64%
Female
36%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
4,167
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
41.4%
First-Gen
21 yrs
Avg Age
13.4%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 64% of the student body. 41.4% 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: Remote
Campus Quick Facts
4,167
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
Itawamba Community College fields 8 varsity teams with 221 student athletes, about 5% of the student body.
Division
NJCAA
Division II
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
8
Biggest: Football
Student Athletes
221
5% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
66% / 34%
146
Men
75
Women
6
Men's Teams
5
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Itawamba Community Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$32,912
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$19K
255 grads
1yr Earnings
Business/Commerce, General
$25K
81 grads
1yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$60K
57 grads
1yr Earnings
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods
$33K
50 grads
4yr Earnings
Psychology, General
$35K
38 grads
4yr Earnings
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions
$48K
38 grads
1yr Earnings
Median earnings are $33K 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.