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Hinds Community College
Raymond, Mississippi · Public community college · Training programs available:
Address: 608 Hinds Boulevard, Raymond, MS 39154 · Phone: (601) 857-5261 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Hinds Community College is a public trade and career school in Raymond, Mississippi, offering CDL/truck driving, welding, and culinary programs, accredited by SACS.
Hinds Community College has a 43.3% completion rate, below the Mississippi state average of 59.5%; median graduate debt is $9,371 and median earnings 10 years after entry are $30,774, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Annual cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for Hinds Community College; federal financial aid can be used here, and about 50.5% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Mississippi (May 2025; national where the state figure is not published). The program table below shows what this campus's own graduates earned in their first year, whatever job they took.
Trade programs at this campus
| Program | Credential | Grads / yr | Earnings, yr 1 | Earnings, yr 2 | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ground Transportation | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 436 | $31,372 | $26,492 | $3,832 |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 1–2 years | 143 | $22,606 | $28,013 | $5,373 |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, 1–2 years | 91 | $37,196 | $37,054 | $11,151 |
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers | Certificate, 1–2 years | 84 | $31,066 | $28,598 | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 81 | not reported | not reported | $11,213 |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 1–2 years | 68 | $34,290 | $24,164 | $7,483 |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 1–2 years | 68 | $34,290 | $24,164 | $7,483 |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) | Certificate, 1–2 years | 56 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Associate degree | 42 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 30 | not reported | $13,331 | $9,487 |
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers | Associate degree | 28 | not reported | $37,208 | not reported |
| Carpenters | Certificate, 1–2 years | 24 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 19 | $42,585 | $48,041 | $12,085 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate degree | 14 | $41,411 | $48,432 | not reported |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 14 | $37,196 | $37,054 | $11,151 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 13 | not reported | $13,331 | $9,487 |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Associate degree | 13 | $28,871 | $21,964 | $19,000 |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 1–2 years | 11 | $34,290 | $24,164 | $7,483 |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 1–2 years | 10 | $34,290 | $24,164 | $7,483 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Certificate, 1–2 years | 9 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 8 | $42,585 | $48,041 | $12,085 |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Associate degree | 8 | $26,585 | $25,194 | not reported |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) | Associate degree | 8 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Associate degree | 8 | $37,077 | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 7 | $42,585 | $48,041 | $12,085 |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 1–2 years | 7 | $34,290 | $24,164 | $7,483 |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Associate degree | 7 | $37,077 | not reported | not reported |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Certificate, 1–2 years | 5 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 1–2 years | 5 | $22,606 | $28,013 | $5,373 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 3 | $42,585 | $48,041 | $12,085 |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 2 | not reported | not reported | $11,213 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 1 | not reported | $13,331 | $9,487 |
Earnings are median wages and self-employment income reported to the IRS (W-2 and Schedule SE) for graduates who received federal aid and were working and not enrolled, measured in the calendar year after finishing. They are pay only: health insurance, retirement contributions and other benefits are not included.
Graduates per year from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey. Earnings and debt are College Scorecard field-of-study medians for graduates of this program at this campus (reported at the 4-digit program level, so closely related programs share a figure); "not reported" means too few graduates were counted to publish a figure.
About this school
Hinds Community College is a public community college located in Raymond, Mississippi. The campus is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, with its radiologic technology program additionally accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology. Federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used here (Title IV eligible). Across 32 program families, the college awards the most completions in CDL / truck driving schools (436), Welding schools (143), and Culinary & pastry schools (125).
Federal data shows a completion rate of 43.3%, which is below the Mississippi state average of 59.5%. Among graduates, median debt is $9,371 and median earnings 10 years after entry are $30,774. About 50.5% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a large share of lower-income students. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data.
With trade completers numbering 1,323 out of an undergraduate enrollment of 6,397, Hinds serves a substantial trade-focused population in a distant rural locale. The mix of short-term CDL and welding training alongside longer associate-level programs may suit both quick-entry career changers and students seeking more structured credentials, though program lengths are not detailed here. Prospective students should verify current accreditation status and outcome data directly through the college website or the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Hinds Community College offers 32 program families, with the most completions in CDL / truck driving schools, Welding schools, and Culinary & pastry schools.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, Hinds is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, with its radiologic technology program also accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, Hinds Community College is Title IV eligible, so students can use FAFSA and Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 43.3%, which is below the Mississippi state average of 59.5%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt among graduates is $9,371, per federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are $30,774, per the College Scorecard.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school at (601) 857-5261 or visit hindscc.edu for current tuition.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Hinds Community College is a public institution, which generally means lower tuition and eligibility for state and federal support compared to for-profit schools.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported in the available data; contact the school directly to confirm program duration.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation and outcome data through the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?175786 or by contacting the school directly.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The presence of shorter, high-completion programs like CDL and welding alongside associate-level offerings suggests options for career changers, though specific program lengths are not detailed in this data.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Hinds Community College at (601) 857-5261 or visit https://www.hindscc.edu/ for application details.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data for nearby schools is not included in this listing; check the College Scorecard for side-by-side comparisons.
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Data: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey; College Scorecard June 2026; Database of Accredited Postsecondary Institutions and Programs (DAPIP), September 2026. Figures are the U.S. Department of Education's official measures, not Career Training Path's opinion. Tuition, schedules and program availability change — confirm with the school before enrolling.