The Northwest Mississippi Community College, also known as NWCC, has campuses in the cities of Southaven, Olive Branch, Ashland, and Oxford in Mississippi. The main campus, by itself, sits over 200 acres in Senatobia. The NWCC system serves 11 counties with an annual enrollment count of over 6,000 undergrads since 2008. Students are given the option to choose from at least 100 majors, 17 of which may also be taken online. On the average, each enrollee will need to pay about $2,250 each semester.
Academic programs are designed as 2-year programs, all of which may be transferred to whichever college or university in Mississippi that a student chooses to continue their education in. It is one of NWCC's goals to offer affordable education that can jumpstart the attainment of full degrees and successful careers after. Available courses are spread out among several divisions such as Business, Education, Nursing, Fine Arts, etc.
Among NWCC's various grants and financial aid services, prospective students may also apply for a Howard Carpenter GED scholarship. This service provides an additional $560 tuition discount for incoming students with scores of over 2,500 in GED's administered after 2002. For tests taken before that year, a score of at least 500 will suffice.
Athletics also plays an important role in NWCC. The Rangers are comprised of men's football, baseball, and golf; women's softball; as well as men's and women's teams for basketball, soccer, rodeo, and tennis. Apart from sports activities, students may also opt to join over 30 organizations to help hone their extra-curricular skills and academic well-being.
Estimated Costs & Financial Aid
The average "out of pocket" cost of attendance, after any grants and scholarships are considered, is around $6,500. To calculate a more personalized cost visit the net price calculator. The figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future tuition, fees, and expenses.
Tuition & Fees Information
- Annual tuition estimates are:
- State Residents: $2,600-$3,100
- Out-of-State: $5,000-$5,940
- Charges for part-time students are:
- State Residents: $110-$130 per credit unit
- Nonresidents: $210-$250 per credit unit
Financial Aid Details
The table below breaks down the types of financial aid, the percent of students receiving aid, and average amount of aid per student per year.
| Percent of Students | Average Amount | |
|---|---|---|
| Any Financial Aid | 86% | - |
| Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 86% | $4,288 |
| Receiving Student Loans | 17% | $3,876 |
Admissions, Academics, & Student Services
Student Services
To help students and alumni, Northwest Mississippi Community College may provide services like:
- Distance learning
- Night and weekend classes available
- Remedial instructional courses
- Counseling assistance
- Employing students to lower education costs
- Assistance to find work
Graduation & Transfer Rates
Community colleges offer a variety of career and transfer options for students. The following table shows the graduation and transfer-out rates for NWCC, versus those community colleges in Mississippi, which can be valuable information for determining which school to attend.
| NWCC | Tate County | Mississippi | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Graduation Rate | 18.1% | - | 25.4% |
| Transfer-out Rate | 18.2% | - | 22.3% |
Specialized Programs & Accreditations
Campus: DeSoto Ctr Campus - Southaven
- Funeral Service Education Program
- Accredited by the American Board of Funeral Service Education, Committee on Accreditation (since 1977)
Campus: Northwest Mississippi Community College
- Associate's Degree in Nursing (ADN) Program
- Accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, Inc. ? May 6, 2013 Formerly: National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission (since 1979)
- Compare all associate's degree in nursing (ADN) programs in Mississippi
Programs Offered
The program list below is organized by areas of study. The programs that have a link will direct you to the program's profile page where you can learn more about education requirements and career pathways.
Get more information about the programs offered by Northwest Mississippi Community College by clicking the request information to the right.
(C) Certificate or Award | (A) Associate's | (B) Bachelor's | (M) Master's Degree | (D) Doctorate (PhD,...)
Agriculture Operations
- Agricultural Mechanization (A)
- Agricultural Business (A)
- Animal Science (A)
- Agricultural and Extension Education Services
- Ornamental Horticulture
Architecture
- Architecture (A)
Biological and Biomedical Sciences
- Biology (A)
- Biological and Biomedical Sciences
Business and Marketing Studies
- Business Administration (A)
- Accounting (A)
- Hospitality Administration and Management (A)
- Administrative Assistant (A, C)
- Office Management and Supervision (A)
- Data Entry Technology (A)
- Advertising and Marketing (A)
- Bookkeeping (A)
Communications and Journalism
Computer and Information Sciences
Education
- Elementary Education (A)
- Secondary Education (A)
- Music Teacher Education (A)
- Physical Education (A)
- Business Teacher Education (A)
Engineering
- Engineering (A)
Engineering Technology
- Civil Engineering Technology (A, C)
- Computer Aided Design (CAD) (A)
Family and Consumer Sciences
- Child Care Provider (A)
Health and Clinical Professions
- Nursing (A)
- Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) (C)
- Nursing Assistant (C)
- Health and Medical Administrative Services (A)
- Respiratory Therapy (A)
- Health Preparatory Programs (A)
- EMT & Paramedic (A, C)
- Radiology Technician (A)
- PreMed Studies (A)
- Pre-Veterinary Studies (A)
- Cardiovascular Technologist (A)
- Dental Hygienist (A)
- Occupational Therapy (A)
- Surgical Technologist (A, C)
- Physical Therapy (A)
- Pre-Pharmacy Studies (A)
- Medical Technology (A)
- Communication Disorders (A)
- Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
- Veterinary Assistant
- Medical Executive Assistant
- Medical Records Administrator
- Pre-Dentistry Studies
- Pre-Optometry Studies
- Cytotechnology
Legal Professions and Studies
- Paralegal (A)
Liberal Arts and Sciences
- General Studies (A)
- Liberal Arts (A)
Mathematics and Statistics
- Math (A)
Mechanic and Repair Technology
- Industrial Electronics Technology (A)
- Auto Body (C)
- Heating and Air Conditioning (HVAC) (A, C)
- Auto Mechanic (A, C)
- Aircraft Mechanic (A)
Natural Resources and Conservation
- Forestry (A)
Personal and Culinary Services
Physical Sciences
Precision Production
- Welding (C)
- Tool and Die Technician (A)
Psychology
- Psychology (A)
Public Administration and Social Services
- Social Work (A)
Recreation and Fitness Studies
- Kinesiology And Exercise Science (A)
- Parks and Recreation Management
- Parks, Recreation, Leisure, and Fitness Studies
Security and Protective Services
Transportation and Materials Moving
Visual and Performing Arts
- Art Studies (A)
- Drama and Theatre Arts (A)
- Graphic Design (A)
- Music Management (A)
Other Community Colleges Nearby
The list of nearby schools has been selected by researching which schools offer similar programs to Northwest Mississippi Community College.
- Mid - South Community College in West Memphis, AR (38 miles away)
- Coahoma Community College in Clarksdale, MS (43 miles away)
- Phillips Community College of the University of Arkansas in Helena, AR (46 miles away)
- Northeast Mississippi Community College in Booneville, MS (80 miles away)
- Arkansas Northeastern College in Blytheville, AR (87 miles away)