Southwest Mississippi Community College
About Southwest Mississippi Community College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Southwest Mississippi Community College teaches in Summit, near the Louisiana line, and keeps dormitories. Nursing and electrical power transmission are among its largest programs.
Founded
1908
Location
Summit, Mississippi
Students
1,474
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
55.9%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$4,080
Out-of-state: $6,780
Avg Net Price
$2,525
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$33,227
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
Average
55.9% complete their degree within three years
Retention
69.2%
Transfer Out
19%
Teaching Quality
20:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
100%
$/Student
$7.3K
Class Size
Large
55.9% of students graduate on time. That's above the national average, but researching academic support resources before you enroll is always a smart move.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$4,080
In-State
$6,780
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$4,800
Books & Supplies
$440
Total Cost of Attendance
$11,644
After Financial Aid
$2,525
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$2,171
Receive Grants
56.1%
Take Loans
0%
The total cost of attendance runs about $11,644/yr, including $4,800 for room and board. After financial aid, the average student pays $2,525.
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 Southwest Mississippi Community College fund their education.
While in School
56.1%
Get Grants
Free money
0%
Take Loans
Must repay
$16,430
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 Southwest Mississippi Community College.
Gender
59.2%
Female
41%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
1,474
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
42.1%
First-Gen
22 yrs
Avg Age
20.1%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 59% of the student body. 42.1% 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: Fringe
Campus Quick Facts
1,474
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
Southwest Mississippi Community College fields 7 varsity teams with 214 student athletes, about 15% of the student body.
Division
NJCAA
Division I
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
7
Biggest: Football
Student Athletes
214
15% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
73% / 27%
156
Men
58
Women
6
Men's Teams
4
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Southwest Mississippi Community Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$33,227
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$31K
287 grads
4yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$71K
58 grads
1yr Earnings
Electrical and Power Transmission Installers
—
16 grads
Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services
$30K
13 grads
4yr Earnings
Health and Medical Administrative Services
$35K
13 grads
4yr Earnings
Precision Metal Working
—
11 grads
Median earnings are $33K 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.