Northwest Mississippi Community College

4975 Hwy 51 N
Senatobia, MS 38668
Top Ranked (2024): View Rankings
  • The mission of Northwest Mississippi Community College is to provide the students of its eleven-county district and beyond with opportunities for obtaining affordable quality education to meet their diverse needs. The comprehensive community and technical college offers students educational experiences through traditional campus-based and distance learning opportunities. Northwest is committed to achieving the following goals: to promote excellence in educational programs; to maintain quality educational support services; to continue responsive administrative processes; to ensure efficient use of financial and physical resources; and to assure institutional effectiveness.

School Highlights

Northwest Mississippi Community College serves 7,092 students (59% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is higher than the state community college average of 10:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the state average of 47%.

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Enrollment: 7,092 students
  • In-state tuition: $2,550
  • Out-state tuition: $4,950
  • Student:teacher ratio: 11:1
  • Minority enrollment: 39%
  • Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

Top Rankings

Northwest Mississippi Community College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:

Category
Attribute
Community Size

School Overview

The teacher population of 639 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Northwest Mississippi Community College
(MS) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associates Colleges
Associates Colleges
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Total Faculty
639 staff
371 staff
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Student Body

The student population of Northwest Mississippi Community College has declined by 5% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 has decreased from 12:1 over five years.
The Northwest Mississippi Community College diversity score of 0.52 is less than the state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
7,092 students
3,392 students
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Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
10:1
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# Full-Time Students
4,191 students
2,299 students
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# Part-Time Students
2,901 students
1,093 students
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# Enrollment Undergraduate
603 students
295 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
4,191 students
2,299 students
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# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
2,901 students
1,139 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
1,069 students
814 students
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% American Indian/Alaskan
n/a
1%
% Asian
n/a
1%
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% Hispanic
4%
2%
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% Black
32%
37%
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% White
61%
53%
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% Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
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% Two or more races
2%
2%
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% Unknown races
n/a
4%
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Diversity Score
0.52
0.58
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College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
34%
38%
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Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$29,500
$30,000
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Tuition and Acceptance Rate

The public in-state tuition of $2,550 is more than the state average of $2,427. The in-state tuition has declined by 15% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $4,950 is more than the state average of $4,463. The out-state tuition has declined by 8% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$2,550
$2,427
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Out-State Tuition Fees
$4,950
$4,463
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% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
93%
94%
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Median Debt for Graduates
$6,643
$8,448
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Median Debt for Dropouts
$4,500
$4,808
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Source: 2021 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

School Notes

  • Northwest is the place to start your journey to achieving education and career goals. On two campuses, Senatobia and Southaven, Northwest offers the first two years of more than 50 courses of study for academic transfer to a four-year college or university. More than 40 career and technical programs conveniently located at one or more of five locations, prepare students for rewarding occupations. Northwest has an enrollment of over 6,000 located on three campuses - Senatobia, DeSoto Center, and Lafayette-Yalobusha Technical Center. Providing convenient access for the citizens of the 11 counties in its district and the Memphis metropolitan area, Northwest Mississippi Community College has three campuses offering over 100 courses of study in academic, career, and technical divisions. The 247-acre Senatobia campus, distinguished by its historic James P. McCormick Administration Building which has been designated a Mississippi landmark, is the hub of the college. Comprised of 43 buildings including housing facilities for approximately 900 students, the main campus is the site of cultural and extracurricular activities as well as athletic events for students and the community. Northwest Mississippi Community College is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools to award the Associate of Arts degree, the Associate of Applied Science degree, and certificates in career education.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Northwest Mississippi Community College cost?
Northwest Mississippi Community College's tuition is approximately $2,550 for In-State students and $4,950 for Out-State students.
What is Northwest Mississippi Community College's ranking?
Northwest Mississippi Community College ranks among the top 20% of community college in Mississippi for: Largest student body.

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Enrollment: 7,092 students
  • In-state tuition: $2,550
  • Out-state tuition: $4,950
  • Student:teacher ratio: 11:1
  • Minority enrollment: 39%
  • Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

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For Mississippi public community colleges, the average tuition is approximately $2,427 per year for in-state students and $4,463 for out-of-state students. Read more about average community college tuition costs across the country.

Mississippi community colleges have a diversity score of 0.58, which is lower than the national average of 0.70. The most diverse community college in Mississippi is Hinds Community College. Read more about community college diversity statistics in the USA.

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