Meridian Community College
About Meridian Community College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Meridian Community College teaches in east Mississippi and keeps dormitories. Nursing and allied health are its largest programs, and it charges local graduates no tuition through a long-running promise program.
Founded
1937
Location
Meridian, Mississippi
Students
2,156
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
34.4%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$4,078
Out-of-state: $6,478
Avg Net Price
$6,351
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$31,002
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
34.4% complete their degree within three years
Retention
66.2%
Transfer Out
Not reported
Teaching Quality
15:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
69.1%
$/Student
$6.2K
Class Size
Medium
The 34.4% graduation rate is below average, but 66.2% of freshmen return for year two. Students are staying, even if completion takes longer than four years.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$4,078
In-State
$6,478
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$5,520
Books & Supplies
$2,600
Total Cost of Attendance
$14,334
After Financial Aid
$6,351
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$6,351
Receive Grants
39.2%
Take Loans
10.7%
The total cost of attendance runs about $14,334/yr, including $5,520 for room and board. After financial aid, the average student pays $6,351.
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 Meridian Community College fund their education.
While in School
39.2%
Get Grants
Free money
10.7%
Take Loans
Must repay
$19,121
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$5,521
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$59/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $5,521, 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 Meridian Community College.
Gender
69.9%
Female
30%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
2,156
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
41.9%
First-Gen
23 yrs
Avg Age
26.9%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 70% of the student body. 41.9% 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
Town: Remote
Campus Quick Facts
2,156
Students
community
Institution
Small
Campus Size
N/A
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
No
AP Credit
No
Teacher Cert
No
ROTC
No
Evening College
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Meridian Community College fields 9 varsity teams with 266 student athletes, about 12% of the student body.
Division
NJCAA
Division II
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
9
Biggest: Track & Cross Country
Student Athletes
266
12% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
60% / 40%
159
Men
107
Women
7
Men's Teams
7
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Meridian Community Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$31,002
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$25K
218 grads
1yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$66K
105 grads
1yr Earnings
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions
$44K
21 grads
1yr Earnings
Health and Medical Administrative Services
$28K
18 grads
1yr Earnings
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services
$29K
18 grads
1yr Earnings
Dental Support Services and Allied Professions
—
11 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.