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Pearl River Community College
Poplarville, Mississippi · Public community college · Training programs available:
Address: 101 Hwy 11 N, Poplarville, MS 39470 · Phone: (601) 403-1000 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Pearl River Community College is a public trade and career school in Poplarville, Mississippi, offering LPN/LVN, electrician, and medical assistant programs, accredited by SACS.
Pearl River Community College has a 37.5% completion rate, below the Mississippi average of 59.5%, with median graduate debt of $9,750 and median earnings of $33,019 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data; federal financial aid including Pell Grants can be used here, and 51.7% of students receive Pell.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses | $39,320 | $50,220 | $58,030 |
| Electricians | $38,200 | $60,860 | $63,740 |
| Medical assistants | $29,210 | $35,360 | $38,190 |
| Welders, cutters, solderers and brazers | $36,800 | $51,100 | $63,440 |
| Surgical technologists | $38,800 | $49,810 | $59,590 |
| HVAC and refrigeration mechanics and installers | $36,160 | $48,680 | $61,390 |
| Radiologic technologists and technicians | $40,740 | $59,300 | $66,160 |
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $17,370 | $27,560 | $39,810 |
| Dental hygienists | $58,810 | $67,280 | $74,600 |
| Dental assistants | $30,650 | $39,160 | $47,450 |
| Operating engineers and other construction equipment operators | $36,180 | $47,410 | $57,200 |
| Barbers | $26,290 | $38,480 | $38,760 |
| Automotive service technicians and mechanics | $28,650 | $37,820 | $55,000 |
| Construction laborers | $29,370 | $37,710 | $45,790 |
| Massage therapists | $28,820 | $40,490 | $50,900 |
| Machinists | $34,570 | $55,550 | $63,330 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, 1–2 years | 81 | $29,216 | $33,993 | $7,500 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 24 | $33,694 | $33,281 | $7,580 |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 1–2 years | 18 | $21,216 | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 17 | $33,694 | $33,281 | $7,580 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate degree | 16 | $45,937 | $45,618 | $11,323 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate degree | 16 | $45,937 | $45,618 | $11,323 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 16 | $10,888 | $13,173 | not reported |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Associate degree | 15 | $40,972 | $41,565 | not reported |
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers | Associate degree | 13 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Ground Transportation | Certificate, 1–2 years | 13 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) | Certificate, 1–2 years | 12 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Associate degree | 11 | $40,972 | $41,565 | not reported |
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers | Certificate, 1–2 years | 11 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) | Associate degree | 11 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 8 | $10,888 | $13,173 | not reported |
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers | Associate degree | 8 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Associate degree | 8 | $34,614 | $36,848 | not reported |
| Building/Construction Finishing, Management, and Inspection | Certificate, 1–2 years | 7 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers | Certificate, 1–2 years | 7 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 1–2 years | 5 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Associate degree | 3 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Certificate, 1–2 years | 2 | $20,208 | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 1–2 years | 2 | $21,216 | not reported | not reported |
| Somatic Bodywork and Related Therapeutic Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 2 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Somatic Bodywork and Related Therapeutic Services | Associate degree | 2 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Associate degree | 1 | $34,614 | $36,848 | 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.
About this school
Pearl River Community College is a public community college in Poplarville, Mississippi, accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, with additional program-level accreditation from the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing and the Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy. Federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used here. Across its 26 trade and career program families, the campus awards the most credentials in LPN/LVN programs (81 completers), electrician training (39), and medical assistant programs (32), alongside offerings in welding, HVAC, cosmetology, dental hygiene, and other trades.
Federal data show a completion rate of 37.5%, below the Mississippi state average of 59.5%. Graduates carry a median debt of $9,750, and median earnings ten years after entry are $33,019. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. About 51.7% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of low-income enrollment.
With 4,903 undergraduates in a remote rural setting, the college serves a broad regional population across short certificate tracks (like LPN and medical assistant programs) and longer associate-level trade programs (like electrician and dental hygiene). Program lengths themselves are not detailed in this data, so prospective students, including career changers, should confirm schedules and format directly with the school. Anyone considering enrollment should verify current accreditation status and outcomes through the college's website, its listed accreditors, or the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard before applying.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Pearl River Community College offers 26 trade and career program families, most notably LPN/LVN programs (81 completers), electrician schools (39), and medical assistant programs (32), plus welding, HVAC, cosmetology, dental hygiene, and other trades.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the college is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, with additional program accreditation from the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing and the Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this school participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used here.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 37.5%, 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 $9,750, according to federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings ten years after entry are $33,019, per federal data.
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) 403-1000 or visit prcc.edu for current tuition.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
This is a public institution, which typically means lower tuition for state residents and eligibility for state funding, though tuition figures are not reported here.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program lengths are not reported in this data; contact the school directly to confirm schedules for specific programs.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can confirm accreditation through the listed accreditors and review verified outcome data on the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at the provided link.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing requirements vary by program and are not detailed in this data; contact the school to confirm requirements for fields like LPN, electrician, or medical assisting.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Pearl River Community College at (601) 403-1000 or through its website, https://www.prcc.edu/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data on nearby schools is not included here; use the College Scorecard link to compare completion rates, debt, and earnings across institutions.
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- Pearl River Community College - PoplarvillePoplarville, MS
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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.