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Northwest Mississippi Community College

Senatobia, Mississippi · Public community college · Training programs available:

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45%completion rate · Mississippi avg 60%
$6,500median debt of graduates
$31,370median earnings, 6 yrs after entry
$36,396median earnings, 10 yrs after entry
not reportedannual cost of attendance
Yesfederal aid (FAFSA / Pell) eligible
Accreditation: Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing | American Physical Therapy Association, Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Edu | Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (Accredited)
Address: 4975 Hwy 51 N, Senatobia, MS 38668 · Phone: (662) 562-3200 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
Accountability record (federal accreditation database, last 36 months; Department of Education oversight)
Sanction on record, not yet lifted — Apr 2026 · Probation · American Physical Therapy Association; Apr 2024 · Renewal of Accreditation.
Sanctions are probation, warning, show-cause and loss-of-accreditation actions by any recognized accreditor, including program-specific accreditors (a nursing-program probation counts for the campus). Routine monitoring reviews and voluntary withdrawals are not counted. Ask the school what the action concerned and how it was resolved.

Northwest Mississippi Community College is a public trade and career school in Senatobia, MS offering LPN/LVN, CNA, and EMT programs, accredited by SACS.

Northwest Mississippi Community College has a 45.3% completion rate, below the state average of 59.5%, with median graduate debt of $6,500 and median earnings of $36,396 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.

Cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for Northwest Mississippi Community College; contact the school for current tuition. Federal financial aid, including Pell Grants, is available, and about 30% of students receive Pell.

Completion rate vs. benchmarks
Northwest Mississippi… Northwest Mississippi…: 45.3% 45.3% Mississippi average Mississippi average: 59.5% 59.5% National average National average: 62.1% 62.1%

What these trades pay once you're working

OccupationStarting (10th pct)MedianExperienced (75th)
Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses$39,320$50,220$58,030
Nursing assistants$27,050$31,520$35,200
Emergency medical technicians$26,760$36,630$39,100
Automotive service technicians and mechanics$28,650$37,820$55,000
HVAC and refrigeration mechanics and installers$36,160$48,680$61,390
Surgical technologists$38,800$49,810$59,590
Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists$17,370$27,560$39,810
Machinists$34,570$55,550$63,330
Welders, cutters, solderers and brazers$36,800$51,100$63,440
Bus and truck mechanics and diesel engine specialists$37,390$54,360$65,400
Electrical power-line installers and repairers$45,620$75,890$91,530
Heavy and tractor-trailer truck drivers$35,710$51,820$63,630
Aircraft mechanics and service technicians$47,650$74,880$84,370
Radiologic technologists and technicians$40,740$59,300$66,160
Dental hygienists$58,810$67,280$74,600

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

ProgramCredentialGrads / yrEarnings, yr 1Earnings, yr 2Median debt
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants Certificate, 1–2 years 98 $25,600 $29,092 $7,005
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants Certificate, 300–899 hours 94 $25,600 $29,092 $7,005
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions Certificate, 300–899 hours 51 not reported not reported not reported
Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services Certificate, 1–2 years 38 $14,734 $15,552 $5,112
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians Certificate, 1–2 years 38 $26,307 not reported not reported
Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) Certificate, 1–2 years 33 not reported not reported not reported
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions Certificate, 1–2 years 31 not reported not reported not reported
Precision Metal Working Certificate, 1–2 years 31 $24,762 $22,192 not reported
Precision Metal Working Certificate, 1–2 years 29 $24,762 $22,192 not reported
Electrical and Power Transmission Installers Certificate, 300–899 hours 28 not reported not reported not reported
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions Certificate, 1–2 years 22 not reported not reported not reported
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians Certificate, 1–2 years 22 $26,307 not reported not reported
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions Associate degree 13 $38,611 $32,569 $9,808
Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) Associate degree 13 not reported not reported not reported
Ground Transportation Certificate, 300–899 hours 12 not reported not reported not reported
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians Associate degree 12 not reported not reported not reported
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions Associate degree 9 $38,611 $32,569 $9,808
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions Associate degree 9 $38,611 $32,569 $9,808
Precision Metal Working Associate degree 9 not reported $40,647 not reported
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians Certificate, 1–2 years 8 $26,307 not reported not reported
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians Associate degree 8 not reported not reported not reported
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians Associate degree 7 not reported not reported not reported
Dental Support Services and Allied Professions Associate degree 5 not reported not reported not reported
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians Certificate, 1–2 years 1 $26,307 not reported not reported

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.

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About this school

Northwest Mississippi Community College is a public community college located in Senatobia, Mississippi. It participates in federal financial aid programs (Title IV), so students may use FAFSA, federal loans, and Pell Grants to help pay for their education. The college holds accreditation through the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, with additional program-specific accreditation from the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing and the American Physical Therapy Association's Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education. Among its 24 trade and career program families, the campus awards the most credentials in LPN/LVN programs, CNA classes, and EMT & paramedic training.

Federal data show a completion rate of 45.3%, which is below the Mississippi state average of 59.5%. Graduates who took out loans carried a median debt of $6,500, and median earnings ten years after entry were $36,396. Cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. About 30.0% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a meaningful share of the student body qualifies for need-based federal aid.

This campus, situated in a distant town setting, may suit students pursuing short, focused credentials in healthcare and emergency services fields such as LPN, CNA, or EMT training, though program lengths themselves are not detailed in this data. Career changers should confirm specific program formats and schedules directly with the school. To verify accreditation status and review the latest federal outcome data, prospective students can consult the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard or contact the college directly.

Questions students ask

What trade and career programs does this campus offer?

Northwest Mississippi Community College offers 24 program families, with the most completions in LPN/LVN programs, CNA classes, and EMT & paramedic training. Other program areas include welding, HVAC, auto mechanics, cosmetology, and more.

Is this school accredited, and by whom?

Yes, the college is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, with additional programmatic accreditation from the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing and the American Physical Therapy Association's Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education.

Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?

Yes, this school participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, meaning students can use FAFSA, federal loans, and Pell Grants.

What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?

The completion rate is 45.3%, which is below the Mississippi state average of 59.5%.

How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?

Graduates carry a median debt of $6,500, according to federal data.

What do graduates of this school earn?

Median earnings ten years after entry are $36,396, per federal data.

How much does it cost to attend for a year?

Cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school at (662) 562-3200 or visit its website for current tuition figures.

Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?

This is a public community college, which typically means lower tuition costs for in-state residents compared to private for-profit institutions.

How long do the programs here take to complete?

Program lengths are not reported in this data; contact the school directly to confirm program duration for specific trades.

How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?

You can verify accreditation status and review federal outcome data through the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard at the provided link, or by contacting the college directly.

Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?

The data does not specify program formats tailored to adult career changers; interested students should contact the school to ask about scheduling and flexibility for working adults.

What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?

Licensing requirements are not detailed in this data; contact the school to learn about certification or licensure requirements tied to specific programs like LPN or EMT training.

How do I contact the school or apply?

You can reach Northwest Mississippi Community College by phone at (662) 562-3200 or visit its website at https://www.northwestms.edu/ for application details.

How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?

This data does not include comparisons to other schools; prospective students can use the College Scorecard link to compare outcomes across institutions.

Nearby trade and career schools in Mississippi

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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.

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