MERIDIAN COMMUNITY COLLEGE
- 910 Hwy 19 N
- Meridian, MS 39307
- OPEID College Code: 00241300
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- General Phone: (601) 483-8241 x799
- President: Scott D. Elliott
- Type: Public, 2-Year
- Calendar System: Semester
- Highest Degree: Associate's
- Local Area: Remote Town
- Student Enrollment: 3,949
- College Alias: MCC
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Meridian Community College - Details
General
Admission
Financial Aid
Tuition and Fees
Degrees Offered
Enrolled Students
Faculty and Wages
Athletics
Graduation Rates
Campus Security
- Student Services
- Remedial Services Offered
- Academic or Career Counseling Services Offered
- Employment Services Offered
- Placement Services For Graduates Offered
- Special Learning Opportunities
- Distance Learning Opportunities
- Weekend / Evening Classes Available
- Website
- www.meridiancc.edu

- Mission Statement
- Click To Read Mission Statement
Accreditation
- Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Colleges
- Facilities and Programs Offered
- Library Available
- College Carnegie Classifications
- Basic Classification Associates--Public Rural-Serving Medium
- Undergraduate Classification Associates
- Undergraduate Profile Classification Medium Full-Time Two-Year
- Enrollment Classification Exclusively Undergraduate Two-Year
- Size Classification Medium Two-Year
Meridian Community College Campus Map
- Admission Links
- Admissions: www.meridiancc.edu
- Online Application: Apply Online
- College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credit
- AP Credit
- Applicant Considerations
- Open Admission Policy Accepts Any Student Who Applies
Note:
The following figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future financial aid details. Financial aid is available for those who qualify.
- Financial Aid Links and Information
- Website: Financial Aid Office
- FAFSA Student Aid: Apply Online
- Percent of Students Receiving Financial Aid: 91%
Financial Aid Breakdown 2008-09
| Loan | Federal Grant | State/Local Grant | Institutional Grant | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (%) of Students Receiving | 25% | 64% | 26% | 33% |
| Avg Amount Receiving | $3,481 | $3,531 | $494 | $1,024 |
Federal Loan Default Rates
| 2008 | 2007 | 2006 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Default Rate (%) | 12.9% | 12.7% | 8.8% |
| Number in Default | 76 | 77 | 61 |
| Number in Repayment | 588 | 606 | 686 |
Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009
Undergraduate Student Expenses
Note:
The following figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future tuition or fees. Please contact this school directly to get a current and accurate tuition and fee schedule.
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| 2009-10 | 2008-09 | 2007-08 | |
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| Tuition, Fees and Other Expenses | |||
| In-District Tuition and Fees | $1,780 | $1,630 | $1,630 |
| In-State Tuition and Fees | $1,780 | $1,630 | $1,630 |
| Out of State Tuition and Fees | $3,160 | $2,920 | $2,920 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,500 | $1,400 | $1,400 |
| Housing Expenses | |||
| On Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $3,950 | $3,926 | $3,826 |
| Other Expenses | $2,475 | $2,435 | $2,226 |
| Off Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $5,560 | $5,382 | $5,121 |
| Other Expenses | $4,000 | $4,000 | $3,470 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| Other Expenses | $4,000 | $4,000 | $3,470 |
| Total Expenses | |||
| On Campus | |||
| In-District | $9,705 | $9,391 | $9,082 |
| In-State | $9,705 | $9,391 | $9,082 |
| Out of State | $11,085 | $10,681 | $10,372 |
| Off Campus | |||
| In-District | $12,840 | $12,412 | $11,621 |
| In-State | $12,840 | $12,412 | $11,621 |
| Out of State | $14,220 | $13,702 | $12,911 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| In-District | $7,280 | $7,030 | $6,500 |
| In-State | $7,280 | $7,030 | $6,500 |
| Out of State | $8,660 | $8,320 | $7,790 |
Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009
Awarded Student Degrees and Programs
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The following list is not a comprehensive or current list of degrees or programs offered, please contact this school directly to learn more about what is currently being offered.
- Overall Student Enrollment
- Total Student Enrollment: 3,949 Undergraduate: 3,949
- Student Gender
- Total Student Gender Male: 1,210 Female: 2,739
- Undergraduate Gender Male: 1,210 Female: 2,739
- Student Attendance
- Total Student Attendance Full-Time: 2,932 Part-Time: 1,017
- Undergraduate Attendance Full-Time: 2,932 Part-Time: 1,017
Student Race Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Non-Resident Alien | 22 | 0.6% |
| American Indian | 52 | 1% |
| Black | 1,679 | 43% |
| Asian | 20 | 0.5% |
| Hispanic | 29 | 0.7% |
| White | 1,984 | 50% |
| Unknown | 163 | 4% |
Student Age Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Age Under 18 | 75 | 2% |
| Ages 18-19 | 1,078 | 27% |
| Ages 20-21 | 845 | 21% |
| Ages 22-24 | 492 | 12% |
| Ages 25-29 | 496 | 13% |
| Ages 30-34 | 354 | 9% |
| Ages 35-39 | 240 | 6% |
| Ages 40-49 | 255 | 6% |
| Ages 50-65 | 107 | 3% |
| Age Over 65 | 3 | 0.08% |
| Age Unknown | 4 | 0.1% |
Employee Type Breakdown
| Total | Full-Time | Part-Time | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Employees | 333 | 283 | 50 |
| Faculty Status | 188 | 150 | 38 |
| Instruction, Research and/or Public Service | 188 | 150 | 38 |
| Primarily Instruction | 188 | 150 | 38 |
| Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial | 23 | 19 | 4 |
| Other Professionals | 44 | 42 | 2 |
| Technical and/or Paraprofessional | 78 | 72 | 6 |
| Clerical And Secretarial | 42 | 39 | 3 |
| Skilled Crafts | 5 | 5 | - |
| Service and/or Maintenance | 24 | 21 | 3 |
Faculty Full-Time Average Salary Breakdown
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9/10 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $48,336 (85) | $41,005 (16) | $50,036 (69) |
| Instructor | $48,336 (85) | $41,005 (16) | $50,036 (69) |
| 11/12 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $50,232 (64) | $49,959 (24) | $50,395 (40) |
| Instructor | $50,232 (64) | $49,959 (24) | $50,395 (40) |
| Equated 9 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $45,228 (149) | $40,928 (40) | $46,805 (109) |
| Instructor | $45,228 (149) | $40,928 (40) | $46,805 (109) |
Overall Athletic Team Information
- Member of National Junior College Athletic Association (Njcaa)
| Total | Men's Teams | Women's Teams | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Athlete Student Aid | |||
| Total Aid | $401,843 | $217,394 | $184,449 |
| Ratio (%) | 100% | 54% | 46% |
| Participants | |||
| All Athletes | 152 | 84 | 68 |
| Unduplicated Athletes | 152 | 84 | 68 |
| Baseball | 30 | 30 | - |
| Basketball | 38 | 14 | 24 |
| Golf | 10 | 10 | - |
| Soccer | 39 | 21 | 18 |
| Softball | 19 | - | 19 |
| Tennis | 16 | 9 | 7 |
| Coaches Salaries | |||
| Head Coaches | - | $31,709 | $28,957 |
| Assistant Coaches | - | $22,000 | $23,655 |
| Coaches | |||
| All Coaches | 11 | 6 | 5 |
| Baseball | 2 | 2 | - |
| Head Coaches | 1 | 1 | - |
| Assistant Coaches | 1 | 1 | - |
| Basketball | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | - | - | - |
| Golf | 1 | 1 | - |
| Head Coaches | 1 | 1 | - |
| Assistant Coaches | - | - | - |
| Soccer | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | - | - | - |
| Softball | 2 | - | 2 |
| Head Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Tennis | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | - | - | - |
- Retention Rates
- Full-Time Entering Students Retained: 52%
- Part-Time Entering Students Retained: 14%
Graduation Rates
| (%) of Entering Class | |
|---|---|
| Overall | |
| All Students | 27% |
| By Gender | |
| Male | 20% |
| Female | 31% |
| By Race | |
| Non-Resident Alien | - |
| American Indian | 5% |
| Black | 24% |
| Asian | 25% |
| Hispanic | 30% |
| White | 30% |
| Unknown | 49% |
Crime Statistics
| 2007-08 | 2006-07 | |
|---|---|---|
| Arrests | ||
| Residence Hall | ||
| Drug Related | 1 | 3 |
| Liquor Related | 2 | - |
| On Campus | ||
| Drug Related | 2 | 3 |
| Liquor Related | 2 | 1 |
| Criminal Offenses | ||
| Residence Hall | ||
| Forcible Rape | - | 1 |
| Aggravated Assault | 2 | - |
| Burglary | 7 | 11 |
| On Campus | ||
| Forcible Rape | - | 1 |
| Aggravated Assault | 2 | - |
| Burglary | 8 | 11 |
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Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009