Description

Pearl River Community College proudly offers academic, vocational and continuing education programs that improve quality of life for its students.

For example, Pearl River offers on-campus housing to give students a taste of college life experience, while vocational programs allow individuals to chase their career goals.

Located in Poplar, Mississippi near the De Soto National Forest, Pearl River Community College offers nearby natural beauty and a great environment for studying.

Dual enrollment is available for high school students looking to receive college credits to get a head start on their education, and online courses are available for those with full time jobs.

Pearl River is committed to helping students juggle and prioritize their future by offering distance learning, weekend and night classes, and hybrid classes which include online and classroom instruction.

Pearl River offers transferable credit options as well as associate’s degrees for those looking to move on to four-year universities. Technical and career-specific programs include such programs as Web Development, Truck Driving, Cosmetology, Aerospace Electronics, Automotive Mechanics, Accounting and an array of medical certificates.

Take a look at the many programs Pearl River Community College has to offer, whether you need to finish general education courses, get your occupational-specific certificate, or find an institution that respects your need for distance learning.

Quick Facts

Location

Southeast

Setting

Rural Setting

Type

Public

Size

Large (5,000 to 10,000 Undergrad)

Website

www.prcc.edu

On-Campus Housing Available

Yes

In-State Tuition

$1,880

Out-of-State Tuition

$4,278

Selectivity

Selective

Enrollment

5,500

Students

Total Students
5,500

Full-Time vs. Part-time Students

Full-Time
78%
Part-Time
22%

Gender of Students

Women
65%
Men
35%

Ethnic Diversity

African-American
24%
Caucasian
74%
Other
2%

International Students

International
0%
Domestic
100%