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Itawamba Community College

Community CollegeRural: Remote

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

BusinessNursingEducationTransfer Pathways

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

Low GraduationHigh Graduation
50.3%

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%

Low

Default 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

60.7%
29.7%
4.3%
3.8%
0.8%
White
Black
Multiracial
Hispanic
Asian

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

RuralCity
Rural: Remote

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

MenWomen
62
Football
47
Soccer
31
Baseball
28
Basketball
18
Softball

Every Varsity Team

Football62Soccer47Baseball31Basketball28Softball18Tennis15Volleyball13Golf7

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

$31K
6yr
$29K
8yr
$33K
10yr

Popular Programs

Top 6

Liberal 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Itawamba Community College

How much does Itawamba Community College cost?
Tuition at Itawamba Community College is $3,420 for in-state students and $5,820 for out-of-state students. 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.
What is the graduation rate at Itawamba Community College?
Itawamba Community College has a graduation rate of 50.3%. 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.
How much do Itawamba Community College graduates earn?
The median earnings for Itawamba Community College graduates is $32,912 ten years after enrollment. Median earnings are $33K ten years after enrollment. Choosing a high-demand major can significantly boost your earning potential from here.

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.