Mississippi Delta Community College
About Mississippi Delta Community College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Mississippi Delta Community College teaches in Moorhead, in the flat cotton country of the Delta, and keeps dormitories. Health preparatory studies and nursing are among its largest programs.
Founded
1926
Location
Moorhead, Mississippi
Students
1,413
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
31.2%
Below national average
Tuition
$3,540
Per year
Avg Net Price
$3,715
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$28,421
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
31.2% complete their degree within three years
Retention
55.2%
Transfer Out
3%
Teaching Quality
17:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
68.9%
$/Student
$8.0K
Class Size
Medium
The 31.2% 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
$3,540
Annual Tuition
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$4,800
Books & Supplies
$1,400
Total Cost of Attendance
$11,379
After Financial Aid
$3,715
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$3,507
Receive Grants
46.1%
Take Loans
0%
The total cost of attendance runs about $11,379/yr, including $4,800 for room and board. After financial aid, the average student pays $3,715.
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 Mississippi Delta Community College fund their education.
While in School
46.1%
Get Grants
Free money
0%
Take Loans
Must repay
$14,179
Median Family Income
After Graduation
N/A
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
N/A
Monthly Payment
N/A
Default Rate
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Mississippi Delta Community College.
Gender
62.1%
Female
38%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
1,413
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
42.4%
First-Gen
21 yrs
Avg Age
16.8%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 62% of the student body. 42.4% 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: Distant
Campus Quick Facts
1,413
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
No
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Mississippi Delta Community College fields 4 varsity teams with 135 student athletes, about 10% of the student body.
Division
NJCAA
Division II
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
4
Biggest: Football
Student Athletes
135
10% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
74% / 26%
100
Men
35
Women
3
Men's Teams
2
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Mississippi Delta Community Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$28,421
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Health/Medical Preparatory Programs
—
64 grads
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$75K
42 grads
1yr Earnings
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$19K
38 grads
1yr Earnings
Business/Commerce, General
$28K
20 grads
4yr Earnings
Criminal Justice and Corrections
—
18 grads
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods
—
11 grads
Median earnings are $28K 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.