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Northwest Mississippi Community College

4975 Hwy 51 N
Senatobia, MS 38668

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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 9,463 students (47% of students are full-time).

The college's student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the state community college average of 13:1.

Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the state average of 51%.

Quick Stats (2025)

Enrollment: 9,463 students
In-state tuition: $2,550
Out-state tuition: $4,950
Student:teacher ratio: 15:1
Minority enrollment: 45%
Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

Top Rankings

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

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

Associate's Colleges: Mixed Transfer/Career & Technical-High Traditional

Institution Level

At least 2 but less than 4 years

Institution Control

Public

Total Faculty

639 staff

371 staff

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Student Body

The student population of Northwest Mississippi Community College has grown by 25% over five years.

The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 has increased from 11:1 over five years.

The Northwest Mississippi Community College diversity score of 0.58 is less than the state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has grown by 10% over five years.

Total Enrollment

9,463 students

3,804 students

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Student : Teacher Ratio

15:1

13:1

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# Full-Time Students

4,442 students

2,538 students

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# Part-Time Students

5,021 students

1,406 students

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# Enrollment Undergraduate

946 students

366 students

# Full-Time Undergraduate Students

4,442 students

2,538 students

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# Part-Time Undergraduate Students

5,021 students

1,845 students

Total Dormitory Capacity

1,069 students

814 students

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% American Indian/Alaskan

n/a

% Asian

% Hispanic

% Black

34%

39%

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% White

55%

49%

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% Hawaiian

n/a

% Two or more races

% Unknown races

n/a

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0.58

0.60

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College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)

0.3815%

0.3884%

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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 24% 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 14% 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

89%

91%

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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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Acceptance Rate

n/a

100%

Source: 2024 (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.

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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 (2025)

Enrollment: 9,463 students
In-state tuition: $2,550
Out-state tuition: $4,950
Student:teacher ratio: 15:1
Minority enrollment: 45%
Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

Did You Know?

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 of 0.60, which is higher than the national average of 0.00. The most diverse community college in Mississippi is Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College. Read more about community college diversity statistics in the USA.