Southwest Mississippi Community College
Summit, MS · Public · Associate degree-granting
Southwest Mississippi Community College, based in Summit, Mississippi, is a public institution, accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Colleges. With 1,474 students, it is a small institution. Graduates earn a median of $33,227 ten years after enrollment, compared to a national median of $40,747. Regarding student success, the graduation rate is 48.2%. The average net price after financial aid is $2,525 per year. The most popular programs include Liberal Arts & Sciences, Registered Nursing, Practical Nursing, Electrical & Power Transmission, and Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services.
Key Outcomes
Median Earnings (10yr)
$33,227
Graduation Rate
48.2%
Median Debt
Not reported
Average Net Price
$2,525
Earnings-to-Cost Ratio
6.58x
Admissions & Enrollment
Total Enrollment
1,474
Admission Rate
Not reported
Average SAT
Not reported
Retention Rate
69.2%
Cost
In-State Tuition
$4,080
Out-of-State Tuition
$6,780
Pell Grant Rate
56.1%
Federal Loan Rate
0.0%
Net Cost by Family Income
Income $0–$30K
$2,171
Income $30K–$48K
$2,136
Income $48K–$75K
$4,511
Student Demographics
Women
55.0%
White
45.5%
Black
46.3%
Hispanic
2.4%
Asian
0.5%
Two or More Races
1.7%
Accreditations
- Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, Inc. — Nursing (ADNUR) - Associate degree programs (Accredited)
- Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Colleges — Institutional Accreditation (Accredited)
Programs (22)
Associate (12)
| Program | Median Earnings | Completers |
|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts & Sciences | $31,276 | 287 |
| Registered Nursing | $76,451 | 58 |
| Electrical & Power Transmission | Not reported | 16 |
| Human Development & Family Studies | $29,575 | 13 |
| Health Services Administration | $35,117 | 13 |
| Machinist | Not reported | 11 |
| Business Administration & Management | Not reported | 11 |
| Computer Systems Networking | Not reported | 6 |
| Vehicle Maintenance & Repair | Not reported | 6 |
| Accounting | Not reported | 4 |
| Mining and Petroleum Technologies/Technicians | Not reported | 3 |
| Heating & Air Conditioning | Not reported | 3 |
Undergraduate Certificate (6)
| Program | Median Earnings | Completers |
|---|---|---|
| Practical Nursing | $33,804 | 44 |
| Electrical & Power Transmission | Not reported | 26 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | $18,376 | 21 |
| Ground Transportation | Not reported | 11 |
| Carpentry | Not reported | 6 |
| Machinist | Not reported | 4 |
Show 4 additional programs with limited data
| Program | Level | Completers |
|---|---|---|
| Heating & Air Conditioning | Undergraduate Certificate | 2 |
| Vehicle Maintenance & Repair | Undergraduate Certificate | 2 |
| Finance | Associate | 2 |
| Plumbing | Associate | 1 |
Rankings Featuring This Institution
- Highest Earning Associate's Nursing & Health Programs in Mississippi
- Highest Earning Associate's Family & Consumer Sciences Programs in Mississippi
- Highest Earning Associate's Liberal Arts Programs in Mississippi
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- Best ROI 2-Year Colleges
- Highest Earning Colleges in Mississippi
- Highest Graduation Rate Colleges in Mississippi
- Most Affordable Colleges in Mississippi
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- Best ROI 2-Year Colleges in Mississippi
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