by our College Data Analytics TeamHome to about 3,003 undergraduates in 2020, Meridian Community College is a small, public college located in Meridian, Mississippi. This is a great opportunity for those who would thrive in a charming, small-town atmosphere. Please note, some classes/degrees offered by Meridian Community College can be taken “online” so keep that in mind when reviewing this report. For more context, you might also check out our Meridian Community College Guide to Distance and Online Learning.
For more information on policies and accommodations that the college provides to ensure all students get the opportunity to participate, you can visit Meridian Community College Disability Services.
While not a "service academy", Meridian Community College does offer support for veterans and those seeking a career in the armed forces. For more information on policies related to veterans, you can visit Meridian Community College Veteran Services . For more information, check out our Meridian Community College for Veterans Guide.
Meridian Community College offers on-campus housing, but freshmen are not required to take advantage of it.
* Data compiled from students who received financial aid, including loans.
Meridian Community College has a comparatively small, student body. There were 3,003 undergraduates in 2020. Full-time attendance was 1,864 (62.1%). Part-time attendance was 1,139 (37.9%).
| Full-time | Part-time | Total |
|---|---|---|
| 1,864 | 1,139 | 3,003 |
Compared to other colleges and universities across the nation, Meridian Community College is less diverse than average in terms of overall diversity. We rank Meridian Community College #2595 out of 3,451.
The chart below shows each element that we looked at to determine this ranking, and how that metric compares to the national average. 100 would indicate excellent diversity in each category, and 1 would mean poor diversity.
You can learn more about the diversity of the student body at Meridian Community College by looking closer at the ethnic, gender, age, and geographic diversity metrics from the Meridian Community College Diversity Guide.
Meridian Community College has a total of 150 student athletes, 92 men and 58 women who compete in inter-collegiate athletics.
| Total Revenue (all teams) | $1,099,502 |
| Total Expenses (all teams) | $949,578 |
| Net | $149,924 |
For more information about athletics including per-team sizes, coaching and scholarships check out our Guide to Meridian Community College Athletics