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Coahoma Community College
Coahoma Community College
CLARKSDALE, MS . 2 Year 3.7
#1656 in Best Colleges in America
3240 FRIARS POINT RD CLARKSDALE, MS 38614

Overview

Coahoma Community College was established in 1949 and is located in Clarksdale, Mississippi, USA. It is a historic public two-year college and the first African American educational institution to be included in the state's public community college system. The college offers over 60 university transfer courses, 15 vocational and technical programs, and 8 health science programs, covering fields such as nursing, respiratory therapy, and polysomnography. The campus spans 99 acres and is situated in the Mississippi Delta region, offering a peaceful environment ideal for both learning and living. The college maintains an open admissions policy, with a student-to-faculty ratio of approximately 18:1. It boasts a vibrant student body and six intercollegiate athletic teams. The college is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools and is committed to providing students with high-quality education and support services.

Rankings

  • 609

    #609 in Best Community Colleges in America

  • 1

    #1 5 in Best Community Colleges in Mississippi

  • Best Community Colleges in America 609 of 922

Academics

  • BProfessors
  • BValue
  • CDiversity
  • ASafety
  • B Student Life
  • B Location

Majors

  • Liberal Arts and Humanities
    85 Graduates
  • Nursing
    38 Graduates
  • Child Care Provider
    31 Graduates
  • Business
    21 Graduates
  • Welding
    20 Graduates
  • Licensed Practical Nurse Training (LPN)
    18 Graduates
  • Medical Insurance Coding
    18 Graduates
  • Cosmetology
    17 Graduates
  • Automotive Mechanics
    16 Graduates
  • Heavy Equipment Maintenance Technician
    15 Graduates

Admissions

  • Application Deadline
  • 100%
    Acceptance Rate
  • Application Fee
  • Application Website
    Visit offical website
  • Online Certificate Programs
    0
  • Online Associates Programs
    0
  • Online Bachelor's Programs
    0

Costs

  • Average Total Aid Awarded
    $8,404
  • Students Receiving Financial Aid
    99%
  • National Average Cost
    $15,523

After College

  • Graduation Rate
    33%
  • Employed 2 Years After Graduation
    83%
  • National Average Earnings
    $33,028

Students

  • Full-Time Enrollment
    1,102 Undergrads
  • Part-Time Undergrads
    459
  • Undergrads Over 25
    14%
  • Pell Grant
    89%
  • Varsity Athletes
    10%

Campus Life

  • Student Faculty Ratio
    16:1
  • Evening Degree Programs
    No
  • Athletic Conference
    No data available  
  • Athletic Division
    NJCAA Division I

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