Northwest Mississippi Community College

Comprehensive information about programs, admissions, costs, and enrollment

Also known as: NWCC

Senatobia, MS
(662) 562-3200
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โœ“ GI Bill approved ยท 206 GI Bill students

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What Are the Key Stats for Northwest Mississippi Community College?

Annual Tuition & Fees (In-State)

$3,740

Total Enrollment

7,867

Graduation Rate

45.3%

6-year graduation rate

Program Completions

2,277

Last reported year

How Northwest Mississippi Community College Compares

Northwest Mississippi Community College enrolls 7,867 โ€” well above the typical trade-college range of a few hundred to a couple thousand. Tuition: $3,740. Net price after aid: $7,749. Retention: 68%. These headline numbers position the school as a regional anchor โ€” stronger than smaller competitors on breadth, and worth comparing closely against peers of similar scale.

Where is Northwest Mississippi Community College?

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What are the Most Popular Programs at Northwest Mississippi Community College

ASSOCIATE
341 graduates โ€ข Class of 2025 โ€ข CIP 24.0102
116 graduates โ€ข Class of 2025 โ€ข CIP 52.0201
113 graduates โ€ข Class of 2025 โ€ข CIP 51.3901
105 graduates โ€ข Class of 2025 โ€ข CIP 51.3801
82 graduates โ€ข Class of 2025 โ€ข CIP 51.3902

Verified Program Outcomes

Completion and employment results reported to the U.S. Department of Labor for Northwest Mississippi Community College programs on the state Eligible Training Provider List. Missing values ("โ€”") mean the state suppressed or did not report that metric โ€” they never mean zero.

In the NURSING - LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE (LPN) program at Northwest Mississippi Community College, 92% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 89% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $8,960 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).

ProgramCompletion rateEmployed 6 mo after exitEmployed 1 yr after exitMedian quarterly earnings
NURSING - LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE (LPN)89%92%92%$8,960
EMERGENCY MED TECHNOLOGY / PARAMEDIC100%84%84%$13,061
WELDING & CUTTING100%73%82%$7,647
AUTOMOTIVE ELECTRONIC TECH100%69%74%$8,277
SURGICAL TECH - ASSOCIATE DEGREE100%91%81%$8,959

All 17 verified program outcomes for Northwest Mississippi Community College โ†’

Source: U.S. Department of Labor, WIOA participant outcomes (trainingproviderresults.gov), PY 2023.

Explore Northwest Mississippi Community College

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Enrollment

Northwest Mississippi Community College enrolls 7,867 students. The student body is 62.5% women, with diverse representation across programs. The college maintains a 68% retention rate, reflecting student satisfaction and academic support.

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Academics

Northwest Mississippi Community College maintains a 22:1 student-to-faculty ratio, providing strong opportunities for personalized instruction and academic support. The college maintains a good 68% retention rate for full-time students, reflecting student satisfaction and effective academic programs. The college accommodates diverse student needs with flexible enrollment options for part-time and working students.

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Faculty & Staff

Northwest Mississippi Community College employs 208 instructional staff members dedicated to student success. The 22:1 student-to-faculty ratio provides strong opportunities for personalized attention and mentoring. With 96.6% of faculty holding tenure, students benefit from experienced educators committed to teaching excellence.

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Programs

Northwest Mississippi Community College offers programs in 23 different fields of study. The most popular programs include General Studies, Business Administration and Management, General, and Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training. In 2025, the college awarded 2,277 degrees and certificates across all programs.

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Financial Aid

Annual tuition and fees at Northwest Mississippi Community College is $3,740 for in-state students. After financial aid, the average net price is $7,749. Students can use the net price calculator to estimate their individual costs and potential aid.

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Student Outcomes

Northwest Mississippi Community College achieves a 26.1% overall completion rate for students who complete their programs. Students typically complete their programs in 5 years, balancing academic rigor with timely graduation. The college supports working students with a 25.8% success rate for this population.

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Institution Details

Sector PUBLIC 2 YEAR
Control PUBLIC
Level AT LEAST 2 BUT LESS THAN 4 YEARS
Degree Granting Yes

Contact Information

Address
4975 Hwy 51 N
Senatobia, MS, 38668-1714
Administrator
Michael J. Heindl
President

Cost Information

In-State Tuition and Fees $3,740
Out-of-State Tuition and Fees $3,740
Average Net Price $7,749

Federal Identifiers

OPE ID: 00242700
EIN: 646001616
IPEDS ID: 176178
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