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Southwest Mississippi Community College

Summit, MS·Public·https://www.smcc.edu/

Campus Identity

Southwest Mississippi Community College is a public community college in Summit, MS. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 71/100 (Pretty Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

At a Glance

Southwest Mississippi Community College is a public community college in Summit, MS. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 71/100 (Pretty 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)
$2,980
In-State Tuition
+$400 fees
$5,680
Out-of-State Tuition
+$400 fees
$4,800
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

Rural setting

Beach Access

94 miles

Waveland, MS

Ski Access

500 miles

Hidden Valley Ski Area

Weather

Warm Climate

61°F avg school-year

Nearby Ski Resorts

500 mi away
30 skiable acres7 lifts
549 mi away
65 skiable acres8 lifts
28 skiable acres6 lifts

Nearest Beach

Waveland, MS

Ocean access within 94.3 miles

94 mi away

Average Monthly Temperature

1991–2020 Climate Normals · Summit, MS

49°Jan53°Feb60°Mar66°Apr73°May79°Jun81°Jul81°Aug77°Sep68°Oct57°Nov51°Dec

Station: MCCOMB Airport · Source: NOAA NCEI

On Campus Safety Score

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

71/100
Pretty Safe
PersonalSafetyPropertySafetyParty SceneSafety6410048
64/100
Personal
assault, rape, stalking, dating and domestic violence
100/100
Property
burglary, vehicle theft, arson
48/100
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
$2,980$5,680
Fees
$400$400
Room & Board
$4,800$4,800
Total
$8,180$10,880
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

25 programs offered

Most Popular Programs

Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and HumanitiesAssociate's
287 grads/yr$31,276
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical NursingAssociate's
58 grads/yr$76,451
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing AssistantsCertificate
44 grads/yr$33,804
Electrical and Power Transmission InstallersCertificate
26 grads/yr
Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming ServicesCertificate
21 grads/yr$18,376

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

Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
Associate's58 grads$76,451
Health and Medical Administrative Services
Associate's13 grads$35,117
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants
Certificate44 grads$33,804
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
Associate's287 grads$31,276
Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services
Associate's13 grads$29,575
Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services
Certificate21 grads$18,376
Electrical and Power Transmission Installers
Certificate26 grads
Electrical and Power Transmission Installers
Associate's16 grads
Precision Metal Working
Associate's11 grads
Ground Transportation
Certificate11 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 Southwest Mississippi Community College located?

Southwest Mississippi Community College is located in Summit, MS. The main campus address is 1156 College Dr, Summit, MS. It is a public institution offering 2-year associate degree programs.

How much does it cost to attend Southwest Mississippi Community College?

For the 2023–24 academic year, Southwest Mississippi Community College charges $2,980/year for in-state students and $5,680/year for out-of-state students. Including room and board ($4,800/year), the total estimated cost for out-of-state students is approximately $6,080/year. Financial aid, scholarships, and grants can significantly reduce this cost — use Southwest Mississippi Community College's net price calculator for a personalized estimate.

Is Southwest Mississippi Community College the right fit for me?

Whether Southwest Mississippi Community College is right for you depends on your academic goals, budget, lifestyle preferences, and career aspirations. Key factors to consider: admissions requirements, cost ($5,680/year out-of-state), campus culture in Summit, and available programs. Use CollegeCove's compare tool to weigh Southwest Mississippi Community College against similar schools side-by-side.

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

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Quick Facts

Type
Public
Location
Summit, MS
Size
1,000–4,999
Degrees Offered
Associate's, Certificates
School Year Weather
Warm · 61°F avg
On Campus Safety Score
71/100
Nearest Airport
McComb, MS (MCB) · 8 mialso PIB (66 mi), BTR (67 mi)

Location

Summit, 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.