Founded in 1918, Southwest Mississippi Community College. is a college. Located in Mississippi, which is a city setting in Mississippi, the campus itself is Rural. The campus is home to 1,917 full time undergraduate students, and 0 full time graduate students.
The Southwest Mississippi Community College Academic calendar runs on a Semester basis. In the school year the student to faculty ratio was 20:1. There are 70 full time instructional teachers. Degrees awarded at Southwest Mississippi Community College include: Bachelor's Degree, Masters Degree, Post-master's certificate, Doctor's degree.
Quick Facts
Acceptance Rate
100%
Application Deadline
Application Fee
0
SAT Range
ACT Range
Admissions at SMCC are considered , with ,3% of all applicants being admitted.
In the school year, of the students who applied to the school, only of those who were admitted eventually ended up enrolling.
0% of incoming freshmen are in the top half of their high school class. 0% were in the top quarter, and 0% were in the top tenth. You can apply online.
STUDENT LIFE Reviews
We asked, and students answered these important questions about student life at Southwest Mississippi Community College.
11%
“We”re apathetic”
33%
“We know about current events and vote”
56%
“We participate and encourage others to get involved”
0%
“There”s nothing we won”t protest”
11%
“We save it for the classroom”
44%
“Sometimes, but not often”
22%
“There”s usually intelligent conversation to be found”
22%
“All the time, including weekends”
0%
“I”m always terrified”
0%
“I only go out in groups”
11%
“I usually let someone know where I”m going”
89%
“I feel extremely safe”
22%
“We don”t play sports”
0%
“We play recreationally”
0%
“We bought the gear”
78%
“We live for the big game”
11%
“It”s not really our thing”
0%
“Occasinally we gallery crawl”
78%
“There are a variety of opportunities”
11%
“We”re a very artistic group”
0%
“Haven”t met them”
0%
“Available in class”
67%
“They keep regular office hours”
33%
“They”re always available”
67%
“No greek life, but other groups to join”
33%
“There is some involvement, but not a lot”
0%
“Plenty of people join a sorority or fraternity”
0%
“It”s everything. If you”re not greek, you”re a geek”
33%
“We”re not into drinking at all”
44%
“Maybe a little, but it”s not a big thing”
0%
“We only party on weekends”
22%
“There”s some drinking happening every night”
11%
“Never, we”re here to learn”
89%
“There might be people who do”
0%
“People are known to partake on weekends”
0%
“There”s a huge drug scene”
11%
“We”re apathetic”
33%
“We know about current events and vote”
56%
“We participate and encourage others to get involved”
0%
“There”s nothing we won”t protest”
11%
“We save it for the classroom”
44%
“Sometimes, but not often”
22%
“There”s usually intelligent conversation to be found”
22%
“All the time, including weekends”
0%
“I”m always terrified”
0%
“I only go out in groups”
11%
“I usually let someone know where I”m going”
89%
“I feel extremely safe”
22%
“We don”t play sports”
0%
“We play recreationally”
0%
“We bought the gear”
78%
“We live for the big game”
11%
“It”s not really our thing”
0%
“Occasinally we gallery crawl”
78%
“There are a variety of opportunities”
11%
“We”re a very artistic group”
0%
“Haven”t met them”
0%
“Available in class”
67%
“They keep regular office hours”
33%
“They”re always available”
67%
“No greek life, but other groups to join”
33%
“There is some involvement, but not a lot”
0%
“Plenty of people join a sorority or fraternity”
0%
“It”s everything. If you”re not greek, you”re a geek”
8 Students rated on-campus housing 3.8 stars. 38 % gave the school a 5.0.
How would you rate off-campus housing?
5 Students rated off-campus housing 3.7 stars. 0 % gave the school a 5.0.
How would you rate campus food?
8 Students rated campus food 3.6 stars. 25 % gave the school a 5.0.
How would you rate campus facilities?
8 Students rated campus facilities 4.3 stars. 25 % gave the school a 5.0.
How would you rate class size?
9 Students rated class size 4.3 stars. 56 % gave the school a 5.0.
How would you rate school activities?
8 Students rated school activities 4 stars. 38 % gave the school a 5.0.
How would you rate local services?
8 Students rated local services 3.8 stars. 38 % gave the school a 5.0.
How would you rate academics?
9 Students rated academics 4.6 stars. 67 % gave the school a 5.0.
Southwest Mississippi Community College REVIEWS
What's your overall opinion of Southwest Mississippi Community College?
10 Students rated Southwest Mississippi Community College
Tamesha
College04/04/2025
Attending Southwest Mississippi Community College (SMCC) was the best choice for me because of its affordable tuition, supportive learning environment, and strong academic programs. As a student working toward my associate’s degree in liberal arts, SMCC has provided me with the foundation I need to successfully transfer to a four-year university.
One of the biggest reasons I chose SMCC was its small class sizes and dedicated professors. I wanted a college where I could receive personalized attention and support, and SMCC has exceeded my expectations. The faculty genuinely care about students’ success, and their guidance has helped me stay on track academically.
Another standout aspect of SMCC is its campus culture and sense of community. Whether through student organizations, campus events, or study groups, I have felt a strong connection with both my peers and instructors. This has made my college experience not only educational but also enriching and enjoyable.
Finally, SMCC has given me the opportunity to save money on tuition while earning a quality education. As someone who plans to transfer to the University of Southern Mississippi for a social work degree, attending SMCC first has allowed me to complete my general education courses affordably while preparing for the next step in my academic journey.
Southwest Mississippi Community College has been a stepping stone toward my future, and I’m grateful for the experiences and opportunities I’ve had here.
Makayla
12/17/2020
I like Southwest Mississippi Community College. It’s the best a community college can give. It’s getting me through my general courses, and I love it. It’s a small school, so it’s easier to make friends. The classes are small so you can have a bit more 1 on 1 time with teachers if you need it. They have a tutoring program and PLENTY of work-study jobs. It’s a good school for the most part. The only problem is the housing. It takes a long time for anything to get done, but what can you do when all your maintenance staff keeps quitting? I rate this school pretty highly on my list. It’s nice and quiet and has a big lake with ducks always tending to themselves. It’s a beautiful campus. I love it.
Alana
11/10/2019
Overall, SMCC is a good college to attend. There are not as many opportunities as far as internships and clubs since it is a small junior college, but the professors are considerate and willing to help you with anything you ask of them. There are great people here, and they care about the safety of the students. There are geese and duck on the campus, but they won’t hurt you. I enjoyed my time there and I feel amply prepared for life in the real world as well as university life.
Creshona
03/30/2019
It is a great school ! It’s very people friendly and there is always something to do . I feel at home when I come on campus because I know that my teachers are here to guide me , I have wonderful friends beside me , and the learning experience is wonderful!
Madison
01/23/2019
It's a decent school. There isn't much extracurricular activities other than sports and a few groups such as Tri-Beta, our biology club. The facilities are pretty nice for the most part. There is a cafeteria and a grill. The cafeteria is decent, but the grill is really good. For the most part, the professors work with you really well. It is a family environment here. The campus is quite beautiful for a junior college. There's a pretty lake with bridges crossing it. It's a great view when you are walking to class. The president and the athletic director are super nice. It does have its downfall with very few extracurriculars and not very many places to go outside or on campus though.
Sheddreune
12/13/2018
I absolutely love Southwest Mississippi Community College. The teachers are great and they know what they are doing. They actually care about the students. I would recommend Southwest to many others. Southwest has so much to offer. You would love it!
A'riyah
12/12/2018
Southwest is the place to be ! It is very welcoming , great teachers and staffs, and most importantly a friendly surrounding
Neshun
05/24/2018
It is truly the greatest community college in Mississippi. I wouldn't have wanted to miss out on the Southwest Mississippi Community College experience. This is not just my word. Southwest is actually ranked as the number on community college in Mississippi.
Keionia
01/23/2018
My overall opinion of Southwest Mississippi Community College is that it is a great step to furthering your education. When you leave high school, you will see so many University, but I think you should start off small at a Community College. Southwest will help you so much you will be ready for any University you choose/
Raynold
01/10/2018
I am enjoying it! I am an active member of the BSU, and a member of the baseball team, so I stay busy. Great environment! The faculty has been supportive, and wants the best for their students. The campus is really nice and clean.
I am glad I chose Southwest to further my education.
The fall 2020 acceptance rate for Southwest Mississippi Community College is 100%. That means, out of _____ applications received in 2020, _____ students were offered admission.
What should every freshman at your school know before they start?
Wow ! If I could go back and talk to myself as a high school senior, the advice I would give myself would be to slow down, be patient and most definitely train myself in better study habits and ask questions. I have been out of high school only two years and it has flown by. Slowing down and being patient goes hand in hand. When you reach 9th grade, you say: man, if I could only be a Senior....then the Sophomore year comes and again, only two more years and "I'm out of this place"; then, in the blink of an eye, you're walking down that aisle with your cap and gown with your classmates and you wonder how those four high school years passed so quickly. But, the most important advice I would give myself would be to "hit the books" !!! I know now that college is a different world and I wish that I had spent more of my free time reading, studying or getting together with study groups. Note to self as a senior - study, slow down and be patient and ask a ton of questions.
What do you consider the worst thing about your school? Why?
So far, I have not experienced a "worst" thing about my school. The student/teacher ratio is one of the best in the state and the faculty and staff are always willing to lend a hand with anything. The administrative staff, as well as the dean and president, meet & greet most students and call us by name. So, I guess if I had to say the worst thing about my school is the ducks! They sometimes attack students as they walk around the lake going to and from class.
All students must apply yearly for financial aid. This process starts with the FAFSA.
Though financial aid deadlines vary by school, it is a good idea to apply as soon as possible. For the upcoming school year, you can apply as early as October 1 for the FAFSA. Additional school aid will be dependent on the FAFSA results.
91% of students attending Southwest Mississippi Community College receive some sort of financial aid.
68% were awarded federal grants.N/Areceived federal loans. Many students do also need to apply for additional private student loans.
