2024 Best Colleges for Low-Income Students in Mississippi

• University , MS•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 3.89 out of 5  2,226 reviews

Freshman: The University of Mississippi, also called Ole Miss, has been an amazing experience for me so far. I've only been in the university for about two months, and in that short period of time, I've been able to do many things. I especially love the very high quality of the professors. They've exceeded every single one of my expectations, and I really enjoy attending their classes! I've also had a really great experience with the International Student & Scholar Services; they're staff has worked hard to ensure that I get everything I need as an international student. The campus is really beautiful, and everything seems to blend in pretty well. There's also a great sports scene if you're into that! Of course, there are some things that could use some work, such as the quality of housing and the variety of food options offered on campus. However, the positives far outweight the negatives, and I feel very satisfied with my experience as of now. I totally recommend attending this university!... Read 2,226 reviews

• grade A

• Acceptance rate 90%

• Net price $13,528

• SAT range 1020-1230

• Hattiesburg, MS•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 3.85 out of 5  343 reviews

Sophomore: I love William Carey University. I have been to three different colleges and can honestly say that there is a difference in the professors and faculty. They love to see their students succeed and cater to our needs quickly. The traditions campus is beautiful and offers multiple commodities like study rooms, library, and a student lounge. The professors are amazing and down to earth. Very willing to help their students and are quick with their responses. I am a BSN RN nursing major and I cannot stress how helpful the class size is compared to a larger university. The small class size encourages students to build relationships with not only our professors, but also other students within our major. Amazing campus!... Read 343 reviews

• grade A

• Acceptance rate 57%

• Net price $11,676

• SAT range 980-1320

• Summit, MS•

• 2 Year

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  Rating 4.11 out of 5  101 reviews

Sophomore: My time at SMCC has been wonderful! I have enjoyed being on the coed cheer team my freshman and sophomore years. I made many friends at the BSU and as a member of tri beta. Living on campus has also been a great opportunity to meet new friends. The campus is very nice, I especially enjoy the lake and the ducks! 10/10 recommend!... Read 101 reviews

• grade B+

• Acceptance rate 100%

• Net price $5,041

• SAT range —

• Perkinston, MS•

• 2 Year

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  Rating 4.04 out of 5  763 reviews

Freshman: Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College is a really great school. It provides a many of resources and opportunities for education. Their staff are friendly and helpful, has a variety of classes, and plenty of extracurricular activities. I see it as a good choice for people who want to further their education. I'd highly recommended it!... Read 763 reviews

• grade B+

• Acceptance rate 100%

• Net price $8,096

• SAT range —

• Wesson, MS•

• 2 Year

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  Rating 4.08 out of 5  222 reviews

Freshman: I liked that the community college itself is well organized just like other institutions are having three different campuses of the same college. It's school that is not very expensive and makes a great start to earning any sort of degrees in particular. They also have technical programs that many students can be involved in to have prior experience of working in the field of their desired occupation they want to go for. Colin also works hand to hand with many financially supportive organizations and programs in which they offer a lot of assistance to any student's needs throughout college. Colin also does a lot of community events as well, along with different fairs that would include Job fairs, College fairs, and even Career fairs in which students can learn more about their major in college. In my personal opinion, I believe that Copiah Lincoln Community College is a great place to start when it comes to pursuing a degree and transferring to other schools as well!... Read 222 reviews

• grade B

• Acceptance rate 100%

• Net price $5,168

• SAT range —

• Scooba, MS•

• 2 Year

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  Rating 3.93 out of 5  201 reviews

Sophomore: I have made some of the best of friends here at East Mississippi Community College. Learning there as been such a beautiful journey. Every professor I have had was extremely helpful. Class sizes are pretty small, so I received as much one-on-one time with my professors as I needed. They also offer free in person and online tutoring, which has helped me a great deal. I am so glad I when t a community college before going to a university. The amount of resources there is very overwhelming. It feels so good to know what I will always have some kind of help at school no matter the situation.... Read 201 reviews

• grade B

• Acceptance rate 100%

• Net price $7,966

• SAT range —

• Goodman, MS•

• 2 Year

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  Rating 4.11 out of 5  304 reviews

Alum: I attended the Ridgeland Campus of Holmes Community College. The main campus is located about 45 minutes away in Goodman, Mississippi. Holmes in Ridgeland is a great school. The teachers and employees at the school seem genuinely happy to be working with students of all ages and backgrounds. There is an array of different education opportunities, including trades, provided at the college. Scholarships as well as work-based learning opportunities are available for students, whether first-time or non-traditional. The cafeteria is well-stocked with both hot and cold food options available morning and afternoon. There are vending machines in each building. The campus is beautiful and well maintained. There is landscaping and sidewalks throughout. The offices are easy to find and staffed fully. The professors offer normal office hours and seem to be willing to help. I am proud to be a Holmes Community College Alumni and recommend the school often.... Read 304 reviews

• grade B

• Acceptance rate 100%

• Net price $6,537

• SAT range —

• Decatur, MS•

• 2 Year

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  Rating 3.87 out of 5  164 reviews

Sophomore: East Central is a smaller school and is definitely more for people around the area or those interested in a smaller community. Everyone is very friendly and you get to know instructors better with smaller classes.... Read 164 reviews

• grade B

• Acceptance rate 100%

• Net price $5,898

• SAT range —

• Meridian, MS•

• 2 Year

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  Rating 4.04 out of 5  204 reviews

Alum: MCC has great scholarships, good choices in classes, and decent advisors. The school feels very much like a high school in the way teachers act towards students and the lack of a creative curriculum. I enjoyed my time there and I believe it prepared me well for my 4-year university. Don't miss out on PTK while you attend!... Read 204 reviews

• grade B

• Acceptance rate 100%

• Net price $6,824

• SAT range —

• Fulton, MS•

• 2 Year

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  Rating 4.04 out of 5  265 reviews

Freshman: I have just been enrolled in Itawamba Community College. I recently attended the class of 2025 orientation, and it was perfection. There are three different campus' and I attended orientation at the largest location. The campus offers various clubs and extracurricular activities as well as programs encouraging successful learning. I was anxious to attend college knowing that this is my career I am pursuing, and my life depends on my performance at ICC. I was pleased to see the involvement of helpful staff during this event. Before orientation, I had questions regarding the requirements for enrollment and every member of staff gave immediate response that instantly resolved my confusion. If I could change one thing, it would be for the other location I will be attending to offer the same involvement and activities. That being said, I am beyond confident that I will have a great experience at this institution with guidance from not only the administration but the student leaders also.... Read 265 reviews

• grade B

• Acceptance rate 100%

• Net price $5,491

• SAT range —

• Raymond, MS•

• 2 Year

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  Rating 3.85 out of 5  942 reviews

Sophomore: I enjoy Hinds Community College. It is a great school for anyone that is thinking of going to college either from high school or going back. You can get one on one attention, it is not expensive, there are not as many students, you can still get involved on your campus with different clubs and honor societies. I would recommend going to Hinds Community College to anyone!... Read 942 reviews

• grade B

• Acceptance rate 100%

• Net price $3,066

• SAT range —

• Senatobia, MS•

• 2 Year

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  Rating 3.92 out of 5  373 reviews

Sophomore: Northwest is a great community college with a really good teaching staff! Northwest offers a variety of different programs, and best yet is that the majority of the classes are offered online which has been a huge convenience for me with having a full time career/job! Overall, I like the atmosphere, convenience, teaching staff, etc. One thing I would like to see change, Northwest could provide more activities for students.... Read 373 reviews

• grade B

• Acceptance rate 100%

• Net price $7,196

• SAT range —

• Ellisville, MS•

• 2 Year

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  Rating 3.99 out of 5  391 reviews

Niche User: Jones College is very centered around its students. There are hundreds of opportunities foe each student to excel. I graduated in 2020 during the height of the pandemic, and the college’s response and transition to online was very clear and easy. Now I am back at Jones where I will be starting the ADN Program in the fall. Jones has always made me feel comfortable in every field on campus such as the classroom, the performing arts building, the cafeteria, and even on the field. The teachers at Jones want you to succeed and will help you on a one-on-one level and that really makes you feel great about your path. I always recommend to others to choose Jones first!... Read 391 reviews

• grade B minus

• Acceptance rate 100%

• Net price $5,759

• SAT range —

• Booneville, MS•

• 2 Year

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  Rating 3.97 out of 5  254 reviews

Sophomore: The campus is small enough to feel like home, but still alive and fun! I have always felt super supported and encouraged by the professors and faculty.... Read 254 reviews

• grade B minus

• Acceptance rate 100%

• Net price $7,095

• SAT range —

• Poplarville, MS•

• 2 Year

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  Rating 4.09 out of 5  334 reviews

Sophomore: I do not believe I get to fully judge the experience of Pearl River Community College as I attend the smaller campus and not the main campus. However, from my experience at the local campus, the students and staff have been very kind and welcoming. The teachers, that I have had, are very understanding and dedicated. The students are very ambitious and eager to learn. One thing I believe the campus should work on is the student life and organizations such as clubs. Most, or some, of the clubs are uneventful and sometimes inactive.... Read 334 reviews

• grade B minus

• Acceptance rate 100%

• Net price $5,358

• SAT range —

• Moorhead, MS•

• 2 Year

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  Rating 4.03 out of 5  145 reviews

Alum: I loved my time at Mississippi Delta. It's a small campus, so it's easier to get to know people. The instructors are willing to work with you and really care about you. They are also very knowledgeable about their subjects. Their website is very easy to navigate, and they use canvas so you can always see your grades and homework assignments. They also host all kinds of activities for students. The campus is nice, and they are currently taking on new building projects to make it even nicer. It is also a very diverse campus with various groups being represented. Not to mention, it is also way cheaper than attending a university. If you live in the area, I recommend anyone considering attending MDCC to attend.... Read 145 reviews

• grade B minus

• Acceptance rate 100%

• Net price $3,257

• SAT range —

• Clarksdale, MS•

• 2 Year

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  Rating 3.65 out of 5  78 reviews

Sophomore: My first year of experience at Coahoma has been going well. So far going to college period is destined to change life as you know it forever. Some people don't take college seriously, but it can end up being the best time of their lives.. My experience in college has been very humbling and mind opening. I have lost many friends and family that I thought that I would never lose, got a taste of the real world, and I now know what it feels like to be financially on my own.... Read 78 reviews

• grade B minus

• Acceptance rate 100%

• Net price $1,454

• SAT range —

• Tougaloo, MS•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 3.41 out of 5  261 reviews

Senior: During my matriculation at Tougaloo College, I have gotten the opportunity to learn from and work with some amazing teachers. I have gained a lot of knowledge being a student here at the prestigious Tougaloo College. Attending Tougaloo College was one of the best decisions I’ve made. The family-oriented school brings me so much joy; I admire being surrounded by students who have the most driven actions and work ethics. This lovely institution has molded me into the person I am today and has prepared me for my future career.... Read 261 reviews

• grade B minus

• Acceptance rate 56%

• Net price $8,037

• SAT range 790-1090