Financial Aid

Find out how affordable Meridian Community College in Meridian, MS really is — tuition, net price, and aid details below.

Meridian, MS

In-State Tuition and Fees

$3,932

Out-of-State Tuition and Fees

$5,992

Average Net Price

$7,352

Price Difference

-$3,420

Avg. financial aid

Tuition & Fees

In-State Students $3,932

Annual published tuition and required fees for residents of MS

Out-of-State Students $5,992

Annual published tuition and required fees for non-residents

Average Net Price $7,352

Average amount students pay after grants and scholarships

Tuition at Meridian Community College runs $3,932 annually — an accessible price point for many students. Financial aid brings the average net price down to $7,352.

Net Price by Family Income (2022-23)

Meridian Community College's net price for the lowest-income families is $6,811. Financial aid packages vary by household income as detailed below.

$0 - $30,000

$6,811

Financial Aid Overview (2022-23)

Financial aid is widely available at Meridian Community College: 94% of first-time, full-time students receive grant or scholarship assistance averaging $6,011.

Students Receiving Any Financial Aid

395 of 419 students

94%

Grants & Scholarships

Recipients

394 (94%)

Average Award

$6,011

Federal Pell Grants

Recipients

287 (68%)

Average Award

$5,065

Aid by Source

State & Local Grants

133 recipients (32%)

$806 avg

Institutional Grants

185 recipients (44%)

$3,142 avg

Student Loans (2022-23)

Borrowing rates are low at Meridian Community College: 11% of undergraduates use federal loans, with a typical loan of $5,221.

Total Borrowers

286

11% of students

Average Loan Amount

$5,221

Financial Aid Resources

Net Price Calculator

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Financial Aid Office

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FAFSA Information

Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid to qualify for grants, loans, and work-study programs.

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Payment Plans Available

Paying for school doesn't have to happen all at once. Meridian Community College and similar institutions often provide flexible payment arrangements, including:

  • Monthly payment plans
  • Deferred payment options
  • Employer tuition assistance programs

Need Help?

Contact the financial aid office for personalized assistance with:

  • Scholarship opportunities
  • Grant eligibility
  • Work-study programs
  • Payment plan options

Federal School Codes

OPE ID: 00241300
IPEDS ID: 175935

Use these codes when applying for federal financial aid

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