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Pearl River Community College, also referred to as PRCC, is located in Poplarville, Mississippi. This college was established in 1909 and was originally known as Pearl River County Agricultural High School (PRCAHS). The college offers degree and certificate programs to its students in study areas such as fine arts, business and science. Poplarville is home to the main campus of the Pearl River Community College; there are other campuses of PRCC which are:
The athletic teams of the college are known as the Wildcats. The students of the college participate in sports such as basketball, baseball, golf, soccer, softball and tennis. The students of Pearl River Community College publish a newspaper on campus called Dixie Drawl through which they voice their opinions.
The main campus of Pearl River Community College is in Poplarville, MS (a quiet rural area). The school is a public school. Pearl River Community College offers degrees up to the Associate's degree.
The school students most commonly major in a field related to production trades.
Pearl River Community College does not accept everyone who applies. Students attending the school come from a variety of places, in and out of state.
In 2007, Pearl River Community College had 4,593 enrolled students.
Many students are part-timers. Many students at Pearl River Community College live in campus housing. The school makes available a lot of student housing. Meal plans are available.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"Mission Statement
Pearl River Community College is a public institution committed to providing quality educational and service opportunities for all who seek them."
More complete details are provided below.
Pearl River Community College
101 Hwy 11 N
Poplarville, MS 39470
General Phone: (601) 403-1000
http://www.prcc.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts | 269 | liberal arts and sciences |
| Nursing And Emergency Medicine | 156 | registered nursing, licensed practical nurse |
| Medical Support And Technology | 82 | respiratory care tech, surgical tech, dental hygienist, dental assistant, medical lab assistant |
| Production Trades | 44 | welding, machine shop assistant |
| Beauty And Cosmetology | 34 | barber, cosmetology |
| Business And Management | 19 | marketing, finance |
| Office And Administration | 18 | administrative assistant, office data entry |
| Mechanics And Repair | 18 | automobile mechanics, HVAC, diesel mechanics |
| Therapy And Counseling | 17 | physical therapist assistant |
| Engineering Technician | 16 | instrumentation tech, drafting, electronics tech |
| Family And Social Work | 16 | child care management |
| Medical Administration | 12 | medical secretary |
| Computer Science And Engineering | 10 | computer applications programming |
| Construction Trades | 5 | carpentry, electrician |
Number of programs and degrees for Pearl River Community College in 2007:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Associate's degree | 484 | 15 |
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 205 | 9 |
| Award of at least 2 but less than 4 academic years | 27 | 6 |
In 2007, Pearl River Community College had a total enrollment of 4,593 students (3,654 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 41% |
| Women | 59% |
| Full-Time | 74% |
| Part-Time | 26% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 61% |
| Black | 38% |
| Hispanic | 0% |
| Asian | 0% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| Unknown | 1% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 3% |
| 18-19 | 27% |
| 20-21 | 27% |
| 22-24 | 14% |
| 25-29 | 11% |
| 30-34 | 7% |
| 35-39 | 5% |
| 40-49 | 3% |
| 50-64 | 1% |
| 65+ | 1% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 47 % |
| Part-Time | 35 % |
Pearl River Community College offers campus housing for 825 of its 3,654 (full-time) students.
(Please refer to our profile of Poplarville, Mississippi for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Mississippi Colleges).
The school offers students a meal plan with 21 meals per week.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 3,423 | 2,307 | 67% | 2,307 | 100% |
| Men | 1,622 | 940 | 58% | 940 | 100% |
| Women | 1,801 | 1,367 | 76% | 1,367 | 100% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| ACT Verbal | 18 | 22 |
| ACT Math | 17 | 19 |
| ACT Composite | 17 | 19 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | not required |
| Class Rank | not required |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | recommended |
| Recommendations | not required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 91% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | not required |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 1,720 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 4,118 |
| Room and board | $ 3,400 |
| Books and supplies | $ 500 |
| Other expenses | $ 300 |
Financial Aid:
Pearl River Community College participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 243000)
Tenure Status of Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 83 | 180 |
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Instructor | calendar year | 7 | $57,800 | 24 | $42,500 |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 7 | $57,800 | 24 | $42,500 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Full-Time Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Instructor | academic year | 44 | $43,647 | 79 | $45,687 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 44 | $43,647 | 79 | $45,687 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Students on Athletic Scholarships (2007):
| Sport | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 127 | 44 | 171 |
| Football | 62 | 0 | 62 |
| Basketball | 14 | 15 | 29 |
| Baseball | 23 | 0 | 23 |
| All Other Sports | 28 | 29 | 57 |
BEAUTY AND COSMETOLOGY
Barbering/Barber
Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Finance, General
Marketing/Marketing Management, General
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer Programming, Specific Applications
CONSTRUCTION TRADES
Carpentry/Carpenter
Electrician
ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN
Drafting and Design Technology/Technician, General
Electrical/Electronic/Communications Engr Technology/Technician
Instrumentation Technology/Technician
FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK
Child Care and Support Services Management
LIBERAL ARTS
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
MECHANICS AND REPAIR
Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician
Diesel Mechanics Technology/Technician
Heating/AC/Ventilation/Refrig Maint Technology/Technician
MEDICAL ADMINISTRATION
Medical Administrative/Executive Assistant and Medical Secretary
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY
Clinical/Medical Laboratory Assistant
Dental Assisting/Assistant
Dental Hygiene/Hygienist
Respiratory Care Therapy/Therapist
Surgical Technology/Technologist
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training
Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)
OFFICE AND ADMINISTRATION
Administrative Assistant and Secretarial Science, General
Business/Office Automation/Technology/Data Entry
PRODUCTION TRADES
Machine Shop Technology/Assistant
Welding Technology/Welder
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Pearl River Community College Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of accepted students who choose to enroll (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% |  |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 6% | |
| Lowest tuition & fees (in-state) (vs. all colleges) | Top 8% | |
| % students on athletic fin. aid (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 9% | |
| % of freshmen enrolled part-time (vs. all colleges) | Top 10% | |
| Degrees concentrated in limited number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 14% | |
| % of degrees in production trades (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 14% | |
| Number of students (vs. all colleges) | Top 16% | |
| Faculty/student ratio (full-time) (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 17% | |
| % of degrees in liberal arts (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 19% | |
Notable:
Accepts some high school credits Grants credits for AP courses Offers distance learning Offers weekend classes Career counseling Career services Student employment services Remedial classes for students Offers remedial adult education Offers part-time study On-campus library Offers campus housing Offers a board (meal) plan Offers athletic scholarships
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