Special Learning Opportunity
The following table compares the special learning opportunities between selected colleges including distance learning opportunities, ROTC program, Study abroad, and more special chances of learning. This statistics is based on the latest data from IPEDS, U.S. Department of Education for academic year 2022-2023.
| Name | Online Class | ROTC | Teacher Cert. | Study Abroad | Weekend/ Evening College | Campus Housing* | Meal Plan** |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hinds Community College | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (1,772) | ✔ ($2,300) |
| Jones County Junior College | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ (850) | ✔ ($2,662) |
| Meridian Community College | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✔ (368) | ✔ |
| Southwest Mississippi Community College | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ (538) | ✔ ($2,500) |
| Mississippi Community College Board | no recent data available (probably not active) | ||||||
Student Services on Campus
The following table compares the on-campus students services and facilities between selected colleges including Student Counseling, Employment services for current students, Placement service for program completers, On-campus daycare facility, and library information.
| Name | Career Counseling | Employment Service | Placement Service | On Campus Daycare | Library Facilities | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hinds Community College | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | Own Library | ||
| Jones County Junior College | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library | ||
| Meridian Community College | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library | ||
| Southwest Mississippi Community College | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library | ||
| Mississippi Community College Board | no recent data available (probably not active) | ||||||
Athletics Associations
The following table summarizes the alheletic teams and program information of selected colleges. Among 5 selected colleges, 4 schools are member of NAA, and 4 schools are member of NJCAA.
| Name | Members | Football | Basketball | Baseball | All Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hinds Community College | NAA, NJCAA | - | - | - | 8 athletic programs |
| Jones County Junior College | NAA, NJCAA | - | - | - | 7 athletic programs |
| Meridian Community College | NAA, NJCAA | - | - | - | 6 athletic programs |
| Southwest Mississippi Community College | NAA, NJCAA | - | - | - | 5 athletic programs |
| Mississippi Community College Board | no recent data available (probably not active) | ||||
NAA: National Athletic Association
NJCAA: National Junior College Athletic Association
Additional Characteristics
The following table compares and describes additional facts of selected colleges including religious affiliation, specialized schools, and medical degree offer, and other facts.
| Name | Religious Affiliation | Historical Black School | Tribal School | Has Hospital | Offer Medical Degree | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hinds Community College | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ||
| Jones County Junior College | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ||
| Meridian Community College | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ||
| Southwest Mississippi Community College | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ||
| Mississippi Community College Board | no recent data available (probably not active) | ||||||
*dormitory capacity
**yearly costs