Northwest Mississippi Community College
About Northwest Mississippi Community College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Northwest Mississippi Community College teaches in Senatobia and across the northwest of the state, and keeps dormitories. Nursing and business are its largest programs.
Founded
1927
Location
Senatobia, Mississippi
Students
5,452
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
45.3%
Below national average
Tuition
$3,740
Per year
Avg Net Price
$7,911
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$36,396
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
45.3% complete their degree within three years
Retention
67.7%
Transfer Out
16%
Teaching Quality
21:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
53.6%
$/Student
$4.3K
Class Size
Large
While 45.3% finish in 4 years, 67.7% 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
$3,740
Annual Tuition
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$4,600
Books & Supplies
$2,250
Total Cost of Attendance
$13,857
After Financial Aid
$7,911
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$6,370
Receive Grants
30%
Take Loans
12.2%
The total cost of attendance runs about $13,857/yr, including $4,600 for room and board. After financial aid, the average student pays $7,911.
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 Northwest Mississippi Community College fund their education.
While in School
30%
Get Grants
Free money
12.2%
Take Loans
Must repay
$23,676
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$6,500
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$69/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $6,500, 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 Northwest Mississippi Community College.
Gender
62.2%
Female
38%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
5,452
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
41.7%
First-Gen
22 yrs
Avg Age
12.8%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 62% of the student body. 41.7% 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: Distant
Campus Quick Facts
5,452
Students
community
Institution
Medium
Campus Size
N/A
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
No
AP Credit
Yes
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
Northwest Mississippi Community College fields 8 varsity teams with 256 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
256
5% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
63% / 37%
160
Men
96
Women
6
Men's Teams
6
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Northwest Mississippi Community Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$36,396
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$22K
465 grads
1yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$70K
120 grads
1yr Earnings
Business Administration, Management and Operations
$30K
72 grads
1yr Earnings
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions
$45K
50 grads
1yr Earnings
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods
$18K
28 grads
1yr Earnings
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians
—
27 grads
Median earnings are $36K 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.