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Meridian Community College

Meridian, MS·Public·www.meridiancc.edu/

Campus Identity

Meridian Community College is a public community college in Meridian, MS. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 90/100 (Very Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

At a Glance

Meridian Community College is a public community college in Meridian, MS. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 90/100 (Very Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

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Acceptance Rate
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ACT Score (50th %ile)
$3,320
In-State Tuition
+$254 fees
$5,174
Out-of-State Tuition
+$254 fees
$5,520
Room & Board
19 meals/week
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Total Enrollment
Undergraduate students
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Yield Rate
Admitted students who enrolled
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Athletics

Campus Lifestyle

School Size & Setting

1,000–4,999

Town setting

Beach Access

135 miles

Ocean Springs, MS

Ski Access

234 miles

Cloudmont Ski

Weather

Warm Climate

61°F avg school-year

Nearby Ski Resorts

234 mi away
439 mi away
30 skiable acres7 lifts
445 mi away
65 skiable acres8 lifts

Nearest Beach

Ocean Springs, MS

Ocean access within 134.8 miles

135 mi away

Average Monthly Temperature

1991–2020 Climate Normals · Meridian, MS

48°Jan52°Feb59°Mar65°Apr73°May80°Jun83°Jul82°Aug77°Sep67°Oct56°Nov50°Dec

Station: MERIDIAN KEY FIELD · Source: NOAA NCEI

On Campus Safety Score

2021–2023 U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security data normalized per 1,000 students

90/100
Pretty Safe
PersonalSafetyPropertySafetyParty SceneSafety1007094
100/100
Personal
assault, rape, stalking, dating and domestic violence
70/100
Property
burglary, vehicle theft, arson
94/100
Party Scene
drug, alcohol & weapons enforcement

On Campus Safety data from the U.S. Dept. of Education Clery Act Database, normalized per 1,000 enrolled students. Higher scores indicate a safer environment. Review detailed data on the U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security website.

Cost Breakdown

Annual costs for the 2023–24 academic year. Source: IPEDS/NCES 2024.

Tuition
$3,320$5,174
Fees
$254$254
Room & Board
$5,520$5,520
Total
$9,094$10,948
In-StateOut-of-State
Meal Plan: 19 meals/week

These are sticker prices. Your actual cost may be much lower with financial aid.

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Fields of Study

57 programs offered

Most Popular Programs

Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and HumanitiesAssociate's
218 grads/yr$42,315
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical NursingAssociate's
105 grads/yr$75,469
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing AssistantsCertificate
72 grads/yr$37,712
Ground TransportationCertificate
58 grads/yr$53,010
Precision Metal WorkingCertificate
49 grads/yr

Bar width proportional to graduates per year. Earnings = median 4 years after graduation.

Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
Associate's105 grads$75,469
Ground Transportation
Certificate58 grads$53,010
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions
Associate's21 grads$49,316
Health and Medical Administrative Services
Associate's18 grads$42,896
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
Associate's218 grads$42,315
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services
Associate's18 grads$41,526
Electrical and Power Transmission Installers
Certificate8 grads$39,990
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants
Certificate72 grads$37,712
Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services
Certificate23 grads$23,208
Precision Metal Working
Certificate49 grads

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect graduates working and not enrolled full-time. Data suppressed (shown as —) for programs with fewer than 30 graduates. Most recent available year.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Meridian Community College located?

Meridian Community College is located in Meridian, MS. The main campus address is 910 Hwy 19 N, Meridian, MS. It is a public institution offering 2-year associate degree programs.

How much does it cost to attend Meridian Community College?

For the 2023–24 academic year, Meridian Community College charges $3,320/year for in-state students and $5,174/year for out-of-state students. Including room and board ($5,520/year), the total estimated cost for out-of-state students is approximately $10,948/year. Financial aid, scholarships, and grants can significantly reduce this cost — use Meridian Community College's net price calculator for a personalized estimate.

Is Meridian Community College the right fit for me?

Whether Meridian Community College is right for you depends on your academic goals, budget, lifestyle preferences, and career aspirations. Key factors to consider: admissions requirements, cost ($5,174/year out-of-state), campus culture in Meridian, and available programs. Use CollegeCove's compare tool to weigh Meridian Community College against similar schools side-by-side.

Data sourced from IPEDS/NCES 2024. Always verify with Meridian Community College directly for the most current information.

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Quick Facts

Type
Public
Location
Meridian, MS
Size
1,000–4,999
Degrees Offered
Associate's, Certificates
School Year Weather
Warm · 61°F avg
On Campus Safety Score
90/100
Nearest Airport
Meridian, MS (MEI) · 3 mialso PIB (72 mi), GTR (75 mi)

Location

Meridian, MS

Data Sources: Admissions, cost, and enrollment data sourced from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) (NCES, 2024 survey year). Fields of Study data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. On Campus Safety Score computed from Clery Act data (U.S. Dept. of Education, 3-year average normalized per 1,000 students). Data may not reflect most recent changes. Always verify with the institution directly.