Overview
Meridian Community College is a 2-year community college in eastern Mississippi. MCC offers degrees and certificates in over 35 fields of study. Exceptional students are eligible to join The Phil Hardin Foundation Honors College. Meridian’s course catalogue features a number of work-based learning classes including a Commercial Truck Driving program that combines classroom work with road exercises.
Average Net Price:
$5,940
Campus Setting:
Suburb or town
Average GPA
3.2
Tuition, Cost & Aid
Affordability & Cost
Tuition
| In-State Tuition In-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who meet the state's or institution's residency requirements. In-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students residing in the locality in which they attend school and may be a lower rate than in-state tuition if offered by the institution. | $3,932 |
| Out-of-State Tuition Out-of-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who do not meet the state’s or institution’s residency requirements. Out-of-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students not residing in the locality in which they attend school. | $5,992 |
Additional Costs
Room and Board The weighted average for room and board and other expenses is generated as follows:
| $5,520 |
| Books and Supplies | $2000 |
Average Net Price By Family Income
Financial Aid: visit page
Aid & Grants
Students Receiving Gift Aid Percent of undergraduate students awarded federal gift aid. Federal gift aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution. Students Receiving Grants Percent of undergraduate students awarded grant aid. Grant aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution.
42%
Average Aid Per Year
$5,864
42%
Average Federal Grant Aid Per Year
$5,729
Average Institution Grant Aid Per Year
$3,343
Students receiving state aid Students receiving federal aid
32%
Average State Grant Aid Per Year
$766
62%
Average Federal Grant Aid Per Year
$5,729
Student Loans
Students Borrowing Loans Loans to students - Any monies that must be repaid to the lending institution for which the student is the designated borrower. Includes all Title IV subsidized and unsubsidized loans and all institutionally- and privately-sponsored loans. Does not include PLUS and other loans made directly to parents.
9%
Average Loan Amount Per Year
$3,674
Average Debt at Graduation The median federal debt of undergraduate borrowers who graduated. This figure includes only federal loans; it excludes private student loans and Parent PLUS loans.
$4,253
Median Monthly Loan Payment The median monthly loan payment for student borrowers who completed, if it were repaid over 10 years at a 5.05% interest rate.
$59
Students receiving federal loans
9%
Average Federal Loans Per Year
$3,674
Admissions
Key Admissions Stats
Institution Type
Public
- Not for Profit
- Coed
Need Aware
This school may consider an applicant’s financial situation when deciding admission
Level of Institution
2 Year
Campus Setting
Suburb or town
881
Transfer Students Admitted
Admissions Requirements
Transcript
No
Test Optional
No
SAT Subject Tests
Yes
AP Course Credit
Yes
Dual Enrollment
Yes
Admitted Student Stats
3.2
Average GPA
Students Enrolled By Household Income
Admissions Resources
Admissions: visit page
For Students with Disabilities: visit page
For Veteran Services: visit page
Academics
Key Academic Stats
Highest Degree Offered
At least 2, but less than 4 academic years
Total Number of Students
2,621
Total Number of Undergrads
2,621
Student:Faculty Ratio
15:1
US National: 21:1Non Traditional Learning
- Online Classes
- Online Undergrad Degrees
- Summer Sessions
Learning Options
- Honors Program
Degrees and Majors
MAJORS
28
Faculty Overview
Gender
Ethnicity
Campus Life
Key Campus Stats
Student Gender
Residency
Size of Town
Suburb or town
US States Represented
6
Countries Represented
6
Ethnicity
Percent of First Generation Students
42%
Student Organizations
22
LGBTQIA Student Resource Groups
No
On Campus Women's Center
No
Cultural Student Resource Groups
No
Housing
On-campus living required of freshman
No
Disability Housing Available
No
0
100
11%
Freshman Living on Campus
Athletics
Varsity Athletics Association
NJCAA
Varsity Athletics Conference Primary
Not applicable
Intramural Sports
5
Campus Safety
24-HR security patrol
No
Campus emergency phones
No
24-HR escort safety rides
No
Mobile campus emergency alert
No
After Graduation
Post Grad Stats
Average Salary
6 years after graduation
$31,600
Average Debt at Graduation The median federal debt of undergraduate borrowers who graduated. This figure includes only federal loans; it excludes private student loans and Parent PLUS loans.
$4,253
Loan Default Rate
15%
National: 8%
Median Monthly Loan Payment The median monthly loan payment for student borrowers who completed, if it were repaid over 10 years at a 5.05% interest rate.
$59
REVIEWS
Read What Students Are SayingI have learned a tremendous amount since i enrolled in MCC!
Katelynn from Forest, MS
Meridian is an amazing school that is set on making sure students receive the best education possible. It has a wonderful atmosphere and all teachers are more than welcome to go out of their way to help you. I recommend Meridian to anyone that wants a great community college experience.
Leslie from Kosciusko, MS
meridian community college is a great school they are always willing to make every student feel comfortable. the instructors work very hard to make sure that each and every student is doing their very best. in my eyes i would rate meridian community college as a 5.
Tamarah from Philadelphia, MS
MCC is definitely not the best college out there, but it does have it's good points. MCC has a broad range of courses available to take. It's also affordable, convenient, and you're not likely to get lost on campus.
Kitty from Meridian, MS
Meridian Community College is a great school to attend. MCC has outstanding facilities, great instructors, great academics, and has a great environment. Meridian Community College is a great college to attend.
Joseph from Collinsville, MS
The school academic program is designed to help the student achieve maximum potential. The instructors are helpful in helping the student reach their goals. The school also provides the student with the tools they may need if a problem arise.
Jacqueline from Philadelphia, MS
Meridian Community College is hands down the best community in the state of Mississippi. There are so many opportunities at MCC for each and every student. Quality education at a reasonable price can definitely be a huge advantage to the students!
Ash from Meridian, MS
Meridian Community College has excellent teachers who take time out of their schedules to help as much as possible. The education is at a sophisticated level, and the staff is very kind and reasonable with all questions. It might be called Harvard on the Hill, but the students get real help, actual conversations with their instructors, and a great first step at college.
Brittney from Collinsville, MS
This college is excellent for traditional students.
The instructors are patient in taking the time needed with each student.
This college has a wonderful facility and a great environment.
The instructors are patient in taking the time needed with each student.
This college has a wonderful facility and a great environment.
Alicia from Newton, MS
I love this college. The class sizes are small so if a student needs one on one help then no problem. The staff is really helpful and works with you to reach your full potential. If you need an extra class to keep you a full time student then the course advisors will work with you to find the perfect match. The course advisors will also help you get all the classes needed for a possible transfer to a 4 year university.
Tokea from Collinsville, MS
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