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Meridian Community College

Meridian Community College

Meridian, MS · Town · 2,156 students
4
Year
Public
Town
Small (<3k)
Accredited by Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
About

Meridian Community College (MCC) is widely recognized for its premier nursing and allied health programs, alongside a robust selection of university transfer and career-technical pathways designed for immediate employment. On campus, students enjoy a close-knit, supportive community enriched by active student organizations and highly competitive NJCAA Eagles athletic teams. What truly sets MCC apart is its unique Tuition Guarantee program, which allows qualifying local high school graduates to attend college tuition-free, making it an exceptionally accessible and high-value launchpad for your future.


Wikipedia:Meridian Community College is a public community college in Meridian, Mississippi. Founded in 1937, it was originally named Meridian Junior College but changed its name in 1987.

Location
Meridian, MS, 39307-5801 · Town campus
Nearest airport from college
MSY · New Orleans
187 mi away
Cost
In-state COA
$14,334
Out-of-state COA
$16,734
Avg net price
$6,351
Room & board
$5,520
In-state tuition
$4,078
Out-of-state tuition
$6,478
Books & supplies
$2,600/yr
Average net price by family income
$0–30k
$6,351
Admissions

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Essay Requirements

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Outcomes
Graduation rate
39%
8-year outcomes
Graduated
40%
Transferred
17%
Still enrolled
1%
Dropped out / unknown
42%
Median earnings (6yr)
$28,752
Median earnings (10yr)
$31,002
Median debt
$5,521
Monthly loan payment
$59
Debt range (25th–75th)
$1,750$6,813
Debt (90th percentile)
$11,913
Student Body
Men 30%Women 70%
16
:
1
Student : Faculty ratio
Students   Faculty
Pell grant recipients
39%
First-generation
42%
Median family income
$19,121
Independent students
35%
Avg age at entry
23.0
Part-time students
13%
Race & ethnicity
White
44%
Hispanic
3%
Black
48%
Asian
1%
AI/AN
1%
Unknown
3%
Institutional
Endowment
$22M
Undergraduate profile
Two-year, medium full-time
Full-time faculty
69%
Avg faculty salary
$5,787/mo
Instructional spend/student
$6,222
Federal loan rate
11%

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