Coahoma Community College

3240 Friars Point Rd
Clarksdale, MS 38614
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Tel: (662) 627-2571
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  • Coahoma offers a broad array of programs in the academic, vocational and technical areas, as well as many other opportunities to serve your educational and training needs. Since its inception in 1949, CCC boasts of a highly - qualified faculty that is committed to superior educational standards and dedicated service to our community.
School Highlights
Coahoma Community College serves 2,045 students (88% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 28:1 is higher than the state community college average of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the state average of 42%.
Coahoma Community College is the only community colleges within Coahoma County, MS.
The nearest community college to Coahoma Community College is Mississippi Delta Community College (3.8 miles away).

Top Placements

Coahoma Community College places among the top 20% of community colleges in Mississippi for:

School Overview

The teacher population of 72 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Coahoma Community College(MS) Community College Avg.
Institution LevelAt least 2 but less than 4 yearsAt least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution ControlPublicPublic
Total Faculty72 staff138 staff
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Student Body

The student population of Coahoma Community College has stayed relatively flat over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 28:1 has increased from 23:1 over five years.
The Coahoma Community College diversity score of 0.08 is less than the state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment2,045 students2,966 students
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Student : Teacher Ratio28:122:1
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# Full-Time Students1,792 students2,344 students
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# Part-Time Students253 students622 students
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Total Dormitory Capacity		340593
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% Black
96%
36%
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% White
3%
58%
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Diversity Score
0.080.53
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College Completion Rate
21%
27%
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Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)$23,200$29,800
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Finances and Admission

The public in-state tuition of $2,240 is less than the state average of $3,781. The in-state tuition has grown by 9% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $3,240 is less than the state average of $5,574. The out-state tuition has grown by 6% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees$2,240$3,781
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Out-State Tuition Fees$3,240$5,574
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% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid97%91%
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Source: 2016 (or latest year available) IPEDS

School Notes

  • Coahoma offers a broad array of programs in the academic, vocational and technical areas, as well as many other opportunities to serve your educational and training needs. Since its inception in 1949, CCC boasts of a highly - qualified faculty that is committed to superior educational standards and dedicated service to our community. Life on the Coahoma Community College campus offers students an excellent academic program, opportunities for personal growth, and lasting friendships. Intramural sports are held for both men and women. The Career Development Center is an extensive facility offering students, faculty, staff, and area residents information on a wide range of career-related subjects. Resources available include career references books, materials from professional organizations, job search, resume and interview information. In addition to materials on most careers, the center maintains current information on colleges and universities from throughout the United States including lists of majors, transfer requirements, sources of financial aid and scholarships. The Career Development Center provides career planning and job search assistance throughout the year; assistance is also available in the selection of a college major. Coahoma Community College is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools to award the associate degree.

Nearby Schools

The nearest community college to Coahoma Community College is Mississippi Delta Community College (3.8 miles away).
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Quick Stats (2021)
  • Top Ranked MS Community College: View Top Placements
  • Students: 2,045 students
  • In-state tuition: $2,240
  • Out-state tuition: $3,240
  • Student:teacher ratio: 28:1
  • Minority enrollment: 97%
Did You Know?
For Mississippi public community colleges, the average tuition is approximately $3,781 per year for in-state students and $5,574 for out-of-state students. For private community colleges, the average yearly tuition is approximately $15,980 per year. Read more about average community college tuition costs across the country.

Mississippi community colleges have a diversity score of 0.53, which is lower than the national average of 0.65. The most diverse community college in Mississippi is Meridian Community College. Read more about community college diversity statistics in the USA.
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