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Mid South Community College

Mid South Community College

Mid - South Community College, also often referred to as MSCC, is a two-year, coeducational, public institution located in West Memphis, Arkansas, United States. The college campus spreads over a 30-acre plot, just off Airport Road. The groundbreaking ceremony was held on October 30, 1980. It offers associate degrees (on arts and applied science) and a number of technical courses.

There are a number of clubs and student organizations in the college campus, including Baptist Collegiate Ministry and Campus Ministry International, MSCC Book Club, The Student Arkansas Education Association (SAEA) and Writers Anonymous.

Overview of Mid South Community College

Mid South Community College is located in West Memphis, AR (a rural site not far from an urban area). The school is a public institution. The highest degree level offered by Mid South Community College is the Associate's degree.

Areas of Study

The school is known for its programs in media, computer science and engineering, and liberal arts.

Mid South Community College Selectivity

Mid South Community College is an open-admission school.

Student Body

The school had 1,654 enrolled students in 2007-2008.

More complete details are provided below.

Contacting Mid South Community College

Mid South Community College
2000 W. Broadway
West Memphis, AR 72301-3829
General Phone: (870) 733-6722
http://www.midsouthcc.edu

Mid South Community College Programs and Degrees (2008-2009)

General CategoryDegreesMost Common Majors [see all]
Liberal Arts51liberal arts and sciences, interdisciplinary studies
Office and Administration12general office occupations
Computer Science and Engineering11computer networking, computer and info science, webmastering
Education and Teaching8teacher ed
Nursing and Emergency Medicine6nursing assistant, EMT paramedic
Family and Social Work6child care provider, child development
Mechanics and Repair2computer repair
Media1radio and TV tech
Business and Management1management information systems
Engineering Technician1manufacturing tech

Number of programs and degrees for Mid South Community College in 2008-2009:

Degree LevelTotal
Awarded
Number of
Programs
Associate's degree645
Award of less than 1 academic year349
Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years11

Student Body

In 2007-2008, Mid South Community College had a total enrollment of 1,654 students (925 full-time equivalent).

Students By Class:

GroupPercent
Undergraduate100%

Racial Diversity:
RacePercent
White44%
Black53%
Hispanic1%
Asian1%
American Indian0%
Unknown0%
(Foreign Students)0%

Students by Age:

AgePercent
Under 1814%
18-1919%
20-2112%
22-2411%
25-2912%
30-349%
35-398%
40-4910%
50-644%
65+1%

Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)

ResidencePercent
Arkansas95%
Tennessee5%

Mid South Community College Graduation, Retention, and Transfers

Retention Rates (2007):

GroupReturning From
Previous Year
Full-Time42 %
Part-Time32 %

Mid South Community College Room and Board (2007)

The school does not offer campus housing.

(Please refer to our profile of West Memphis, Arkansas for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Arkansas Colleges).

The school does not offer students a meal plan.

Mid South Community College Expenses and Financial Aid (2008-2009)

Expenses and Financial Aid:

ExpenseAmount
In-state tuition and fees$ 2,100
Out-of-state tuition and fees$ 3,600
Books and supplies$ 1,000

Financial Aid:
Mid South Community College participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 2348200)

Mid South Community College Faculty

Tenure Status of Faculty (2008-2009):

Full-Time Faculty LevelMenWomen
Non-tenured and not on tenure track2315

Salaries for full-time faculty:

Full-Time Faculty (2008-2009):

Full-Time Faculty LevelContract LengthNumber MenAvg Salary MenNumber WomenAvg Salary Women
Instructorcalendar year11$53,9172*
All faculty totalcalendar year11$53,9172*

*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.

Full-Time Faculty (2008-2009):

Full-Time Faculty LevelContract LengthNumber MenAvg Salary MenNumber WomenAvg Salary Women
Instructoracademic year12$39,86613$41,327
All faculty totalacademic year12$39,86613$41,327

*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.

Mid South Community College Degree Programs (2007)

BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Management Information Systems and Services, Other

COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications
Computer and Information Sciences, General
Web/Multimedia Management and Webmaster

EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Teacher Education, Multiple Levels

ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN
Manufacturing Technology/Technician

FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK
Child Care Provider/Assistant
Child Development

LIBERAL ARTS
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other

MECHANICS AND REPAIR
Computer Installation and Repair Technology/Technician

MEDIA
Radio and Television Broadcasting Technology/Technician

NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic)
Nurse/Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant

OFFICE AND ADMINISTRATION
General Office Occupations and Clerical Services

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Mid South Community College Highlights

(Details are provided further down on this page.)

What Sets Mid South Community College Apart:

CategoryTrophy 
Lowest tuition & fees (in-state)
(vs. all colleges)
Top 8%Mid South Community College Lowest tuition & fees (in-state)
% of degrees in media
(vs. all colleges)
Top 10%Mid South Community College % of degrees in media
% of degrees in liberal arts
(vs. all colleges)
Top 12%Mid South Community College % of degrees in liberal arts
% of degrees in computer science and engineering
(vs. all colleges)
Top 18%Mid South Community College % of degrees in computer science and engineering
Male % of student body
(vs. colleges with similar degree levels)
Top 20%Mid South Community College Male % of student body
Explanation of the Highlights categories

Notable:
Open admission
Accepts some high school credits
Offers credit for life experience
Grants credits for AP courses
Offers distance learning
Career counseling
Student employment services
Remedial classes for students
Offers remedial adult education
Offers part-time study
On-campus library

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