C+
Above Average
Score: 55/100

East Mississippi Community College

2-Year Public
📍 Scooba, Mississippi 39358
Outcomes
C
52/100
Affordability
B+
81/100
Resources
C+
58/100
Experience
C+
58/100
Prestige
F
27/100

Quick Stats

3,642
Total Enrollment
42%
Graduation Rate
64%
Retention Rate
18.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
$4,876
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near East Mississippi Community College

2% of students live off-campus (not with family), creating consistent rental demand near campus. That's approximately 80 students who need housing.

Avg Home Value
$0

🏆 Where East Mississippi Community College Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

#5
Pre-Nursing Studies
of 21 schools
#7
Health Information/Medical Records Technology/Technician
of 66 schools
#12
Electrical and Power Transmission Installation/Installer, General
of 25 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $3,500 $6,500
Room $2,620
Board $2,720
Total Cost (On-Campus) $13,955 $16,955

Financial Aid

87%
Receive Any Aid
66%
Receive Pell Grants
24%
Take Out Loans
$4,876
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$3,020
$30,001 - $48,000$5,286
$48,001 - $75,000$5,655
$75,001 - $110,000$5,192
$110,001+$3,672

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Pre-Nursing Studies 72 grads/yr Welding Technology/Welder 71 grads/yr Business/Commerce, General 54 grads/yr Health Information/Medical Records Technology/Technician 49 grads/yr Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies 48 grads/yr Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 45 grads/yr Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training 40 grads/yr Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General 37 grads/yr Marketing/Marketing Management, General 33 grads/yr Biology/Biological Sciences, General 29 grads/yr Electrician 29 grads/yr Electrical and Power Transmission Installation/Installer, General 26 grads/yr Engineering, General 25 grads/yr Athletic Training/Trainer 23 grads/yr Elementary Education and Teaching 18 grads/yr Physical Education Teaching and Coaching 18 grads/yr Criminal Justice/Police Science 18 grads/yr Industrial Mechanics and Maintenance Technology/Technician 18 grads/yr Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications 16 grads/yr Funeral Service and Mortuary Science, General 15 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from East Mississippi Community College's top programs commonly pursue.

Welders, cutters, solderers, and brazers
$51k/yr 457,300 jobs
Welding, soldering, and brazing machine setters, operators, and tenders
$47k/yr 38,900 jobs
Chief executives
$206k/yr 309,400 jobs
Sales managers
$138k/yr 619,500 jobs
Managers, all other
$137k/yr 1,333,700 jobs
Industrial production managers
$121k/yr 241,900 jobs
Administrative services managers
$108k/yr 271,200 jobs
Construction managers
$107k/yr 550,300 jobs

Student Demographics

3,642
Total Students
57%
Women
66%
Traditional Age (18-24)
2%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 45%
Hispanic 3%
Black 46%
Asian 1%

🏠 Living Arrangements

On Campus 38%
Off-Campus (Renters) 2%
With Family 60%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~80 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 31%
Hybrid (Some Online) 32%
Fully Online 37%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 66%
25-64 (Adult) 18%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at East Mississippi Community College?
Acceptance rate data is not available for this institution. Many schools with open enrollment or specialized programs do not report traditional acceptance rates.
How much does it cost to attend East Mississippi Community College?
Tuition at East Mississippi Community College is $3,500 for in-state students and $6,500 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $4,876.
What is the graduation rate at East Mississippi Community College?
The graduation rate at East Mississippi Community College is 42%. This graduation rate is below average. Consider factors like program type and student demographics when evaluating.
Is East Mississippi Community College a good school?
East Mississippi Community College has a Repit College Score of 55/100 (Grade: C+). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (C): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (B+): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (C+): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (F): Reputation and recognition
How many students attend East Mississippi Community College?
East Mississippi Community College has a total enrollment of 3,642 students.
Is there rental demand near East Mississippi Community College?
Yes! Approximately 2% of students at East Mississippi Community College live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 80 students who need rental housing near campus.

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: September 2026 | Methodology