C+
Above Average
Score: 57/100
Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College
2-Year
Public
📍 Perkinston, Mississippi 39573
Quick Stats
8,091
Total Enrollment
47%
Graduation Rate
65%
Retention Rate
22.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
$6,638
Avg Net Price
For parents & investors
The Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College Town Property Report
- Avg home value near campus: $233,365
- Avg rent near campus: $909/mo — vs ~$333/mo campus room rate
- Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 39577 (4.0% cap, Wiggins)
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🏆 Where Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College Ranks
Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.
Costs & Financial Aid
Tuition & Fees
| Category | In-State | Out-of-State |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $3,300 | $6,600 |
| Room | $3,000 | |
| Board | $2,550 | |
| Total Cost (On-Campus) | $13,565 | $16,865 |
Financial Aid
90%
Receive Any Aid
61%
Receive Pell Grants
24%
Take Out Loans
$6,638
Avg Net Price
Net Price by Family Income
| Family Income | Average Net Price |
|---|---|
| $0 - $30,000 | $6,113 |
| $30,001 - $48,000 | $6,985 |
| $48,001 - $75,000 | $9,496 |
| $75,001 - $110,000 | $11,915 |
| $110,001+ | $12,908 |
Programs & Career Paths
Top Degree Programs
Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.
Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General
244 grads/yr
Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse
236 grads/yr
Business/Commerce, General
211 grads/yr
Administrative Assistant and Secretarial Science, General
158 grads/yr
General Studies
156 grads/yr
Cyber/Computer Forensics and Counterterrorism
143 grads/yr
Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications
110 grads/yr
Industrial Production Technologies/Technicians, Other
98 grads/yr
Pre-Engineering
98 grads/yr
Education, General
86 grads/yr
Instrumentation Technology/Technician
77 grads/yr
Welding Technology/Welder
75 grads/yr
Psychology, General
70 grads/yr
Child Care Provider/Assistant
60 grads/yr
Marketing/Marketing Management, General
60 grads/yr
Drafting and Design Technology/Technician, General
59 grads/yr
Accounting Technology/Technician and Bookkeeping
58 grads/yr
Visual and Performing Arts, General
56 grads/yr
Computer and Information Sciences, Other
55 grads/yr
Electrician
54 grads/yr
Related Career Paths
Careers that graduates from Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College's top programs commonly pursue.
Registered nurses
$94k/yr
3,391,000 jobs
Nursing instructors and teachers, postsecondary
$80k/yr
91,600 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
8,091
Total Students
63%
Women
59%
Traditional Age (18-24)
23%
Off-Campus Renters
👥 Race & Ethnicity
White
52%
Hispanic
7%
Black
23%
Asian
3%
Two or More
5%
🏠 Living Arrangements
On Campus
35%
Off-Campus (Renters)
23%
With Family
42%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~1,877 students need off-campus housing
💻 Learning Mode
In-Person
42%
Hybrid (Some Online)
34%
Fully Online
23%
📊 Age Distribution
18-24 (Traditional)
59%
25-64 (Adult)
22%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the acceptance rate at Mississippi Gulf Coast 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 Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College?
Tuition at Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College is
$3,300 for in-state students
and $6,600 for out-of-state students
.
However, the average net price after financial aid is $6,638.
What is the graduation rate at Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College?
The graduation rate at Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College is 47%.
This graduation rate is below average. Consider factors like program type and student demographics when evaluating.
Is Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College a good school?
Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College has a Repit College Score of 57/100 (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 (B): Campus life and learning format
- Prestige (D): Reputation and recognition
How many students attend Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College?
Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College has a total enrollment of 8,091 students.
Is there rental demand near Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College?
Yes! Approximately 23% of students at Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College live off-campus (not with family).
That's roughly 1,877 students who need rental housing near campus.
This represents significant rental demand, which affects housing availability and pricing in the Perkinston area.
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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: September 2026 | Methodology