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Southwest Mississippi Community College

Summit, Mississippi · Public

$3k/yearCost after aid
Aug 15Application deadline

FindU Grade

A-Value
N/ACampus
BAcademics
CAdmissions
C+Student Life
BOverall

About

Southwest Mississippi Community College is located in Summit, Mississippi. It is a public institution. The university enrolls approximately 1,497 students.

smcc.edu

Cost and aid

True cost

Great value
$3kper year

Compared to $17k national average

Cost breakdown

In-state tuition$3,960
Out-of-state tuition$6,660
Room & board$4,450
Avg aid package$7,016
Students receiving aid55%
Pell grant recipients55%

Southwest Mississippi Community College offers an affordable education, providing academic and technical programs tailored to meet diverse needs. The college has been recognized multiple times for excellence at both the state and national levels, reflecting its commitment to high-quality, affordable education. Niche.com estimates the net price per year to be $4,136.

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Admissions

Application info

Student–faculty ratio20:1
Test optionalNo
Application fee$0

Application dates

Regular DecisionAug 15

Southwest Mississippi Community College has an open admissions policy, meaning all high school graduates and individuals with a GED are eligible to apply. The college looks for students who meet basic requirements and are ready to pursue their higher education goals. The administration is helpful and reassuring during enrollment and transfer procedures.

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Academics

Student–faculty ratio20:1
Full-time faculty100%

SMCC provides a versatile academic environment with a range of programs and opportunities to explore different majors. Advisors and instructors are described as professional and helpful, guiding students toward their goals. The availability of tutoring and academic support fosters a motivating environment where students feel encouraged to succeed.

Outcomes

Median earnings (10 yrs)$33,227
Avg starting salary$32,100
Job placement rate92%
Earn more than HS grad48%
Economic mobility272%

SMCC equips students with valuable skills and credentials, especially within healthcare and technical fields, preparing them for employment or further education. Career services provide support, and the nursing program is particularly noted for its preparation for healthcare careers. A poll indicated that 100% of students feel confident they will find a job in their field after graduation.

Student life

Demographics

Small School
1,497Student size

Compared to 5,382 national average

More femaleGender ratio
Female 60%Male 40%
49% WhiteRacial diversity
White 49%Black 45%Hispanic 2%Asian 1%Other 4%
Campus housingYes

Southwest Mississippi Community College offers a close-knit campus environment where students feel included and supported. The caring staff, from professors to maintenance, create a welcoming atmosphere. The campus provides various activities and organizations, including the Baptist Student Union and intramural sports, fostering a strong sense of community.

Student reviews

Professors

Current Student

Always ask questions! The instructors are there for you! If you show that you care about your grade, they are willing to work with you and help you succeed. Be aware of deadlines for scholarships and anything else. Whenever you're getting different answers about anything, try to talk to the person in charge of the program that you're asking about, whether it's a class or a club.

Current Student

If you need help with a subject, ask for help! They have tutors in the library. Try to get a 3.5 your first semester so you can get Phi Theta Kappa (PTK). This will help you out at University. Take some Honors classes. They're no different than the normal ones, and it gets you into the Honors club.

Campus and vibes

Student

Students frequently highlight how caring staff—from professors to maintenance—make everyone feel included and supported from day one. One reviewer noted “From the President to maintenance, the staff cheer the students on.”

Student

My experience at Southwest is a great experience . The only thing that I would like to change is the dorm rent & the difficulties with the dorms . Overall Southwest is a great community college quiet & peaceful .

Student

The most important thing about SMCC is the staff. Students are sounded by their biggest fans, and supporters, their professors. From the President to maintenance the staff cheer the students on. From a smile and a good morning, helping new students, calming older non-traditional students. Highly recommend this College to everyone.

Current Student

The classroom sizes are even smaller, so if you like that, it works hand-in-hand. Make sure you go to class first before buying books! If you do end up buying first and they have shrink wrap, DON'T TAKE THE SHRINK WRAP OFF until you go to class to make sure you have the right book!!! If it didn't come with shrink wrap, you might have a hard time returning the book. It's better to wait until class.

About Southwest Mississippi Community College

The Southwest Mississippi Community College Police Department is committed to providing superior law enforcement services to the campus. The department maintains campus safety through community policing with twelve sworn personnel on duty 24/7. The college works closely with other law enforcement agencies to ensure a safe environment for students, employees, and visitors.

Information on a specific honors program is not readily available in the provided documents. However, the college offers advanced placement programs and recognizes prior learning assessment. Students can also earn credit for military training.

The provided documents do not contain specific information regarding international student support and community at Southwest Mississippi Community College. More information may be available on the college's website or by contacting the admissions office.

Endowment$1,492,197
Avg faculty salary$75,564

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