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Northeast Mississippi Community College

Booneville, MS·Public·2,640 students
Last updated: March 22, 2026

A good fit for families who need the lowest possible cost and students who prefer a mid-size campus. no major red flags in the data. 58% of students receive Pell Grants — strong access mission.

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2,640
Students
$9,307
Net Price
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Grad Rate
$32,300
Earnings
10 yr
$5,500
Debt

About This School

Northeast Mississippi Community College is a public institution located in Booneville, Mississippi with approximately 2,640 undergraduate students enrolled. The average net price after financial aid is $9,307 per year. Typical graduates earn $32,300 within 10 years of enrollment.

Northeast Mississippi Community College (NEMCC) is a public community college in Booneville, Mississippi.

This is a strong option for students who want an affordable start to their college career — with a median debt of just $5,500 at graduation, you're unlikely to leave buried in loans. That said, median earnings of $32,300 a decade after enrollment are modest, so it's worth thinking carefully about which program you choose and whether you plan to transfer to a four-year school to boost your long-term earning potential. Best suited for students who are cost-conscious, locally rooted, or using this as a stepping stone toward a bachelor's degree.

Founded
1948
Setting
Remote town

Popular Programs

Health Professions19%
Business & Marketing10%
Computer Science1%

Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.

Notable Alumni

Adrian Smith

Source: Wikidata. Used for context only.

Admissions

SAT Scores

Average CompositeN/A

ACT Scores

Midpoint CompositeN/A

Cost & Financial Aid

In-State Tuition
$4,770
Out-of-State Tuition
$8,050
Avg Net Price
$9,307
after aid

Financial Aid

Students receiving Pell Grants58%
Median debt at graduation$5,500

Full Cost

After Graduation

Graduation Rate
N/A
within 6 years
Retention Rate
N/A
freshmen returning
Earnings (10 yr)
$32,300
after enrollment
Median Debt
$5,500
at graduation

Will This School Pay Off?

Median Debt
$5,500
at graduation
Earnings (6 yr)
$26,000
after enrollment
Earnings (10 yr)
$32,300
after enrollment
Earnings-to-Debt Ratio: 5.9x

Strong return. Graduates earn well above their debt load.

Earnings data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. These are means across all graduates, not specific to any major.

Student Body

White72%
Black20%
Hispanic/Latino4%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (2,640 undergraduates).

Contact & Location

Address

Northeast Mississippi Community College

101 Cunningham Blvd

Booneville, MS 38829

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Sources & Methodology

Data

Primary data source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Accessed via automated sync. Latest values may come from different reporting years depending on the metric.

Contextual Enrichment

School overview from Wikipedia. Used for context only, not as a primary data source for admissions, cost, or outcomes claims.

Important Caveats
  • Earnings figures are institution-level averages, not major-specific.
  • Some metrics are based on Title IV financial aid recipients only.
  • Some values may be privacy-suppressed or rolled up by the Department of Education.
  • Contact the school directly for current admissions requirements and costs.
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