Northeast Mississippi Community College
About Northeast Mississippi Community College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Northeast Mississippi Community College teaches in Booneville, in the far northeast corner of the state, and keeps dormitories. It sends better than two in five of its students on to a four-year college, far more than most.
Founded
1948
Location
Booneville, Mississippi
Students
2,698
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
33.6%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$4,470
Out-of-state: $7,710
Avg Net Price
$8,343
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$34,081
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
33.6% complete their degree within three years
Retention
68.4%
Transfer Out
43%
Teaching Quality
22:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
84.1%
$/Student
$8.0K
Class Size
Large
The 33.6% graduation rate is below average, but 68.4% 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
$4,470
In-State
$7,710
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$4,960
Books & Supplies
$410
Total Cost of Attendance
$15,873
After Financial Aid
$8,343
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$6,771
Receive Grants
53%
Take Loans
14.6%
The total cost of attendance runs about $15,873/yr, including $4,960 for room and board. After financial aid, the average student pays $8,343.
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 Northeast Mississippi Community College fund their education.
While in School
53%
Get Grants
Free money
14.6%
Take Loans
Must repay
$23,029
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$9,722
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$103/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $9,722, 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 Northeast Mississippi Community College.
Gender
62.3%
Female
38%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
2,698
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
44.7%
First-Gen
21 yrs
Avg Age
13.6%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 62% of the student body. 44.7% 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
2,698
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
Northeast Mississippi Community College fields 8 varsity teams with 191 student athletes, about 7% of the student body.
Division
NJCAA
Division I
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
8
Biggest: Football
Student Athletes
191
7% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
72% / 28%
137
Men
54
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 Northeast Mississippi Community Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$34,081
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$22K
444 grads
1yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$61K
60 grads
1yr Earnings
Business Administration, Management and Operations
—
38 grads
Dental Support Services and Allied Professions
$46K
19 grads
1yr Earnings
Business Operations Support and Assistant Services
—
19 grads
Heavy/Industrial Equipment Maintenance Technologies/Technicians
$45K
18 grads
1yr Earnings
Median earnings are $34K 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.