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Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College
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Annual Tuition
$3,950
Average Sticker Price
Admission Rate
Open
Open Admission
Graduation Rate
45.7%
Completion Success
Median Earnings
$33,017
10y Career Outlook
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About Institution
Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College is a distinguished Public, 2-Year institution located in Perkinston, MS. With a competitive tuition profile of $3,950, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 45.7% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.
Investment Return
Estimated College ROI Analysis
Total 2-Year Cost
$7,900
Based on sticker tuition
Estimated Payback
2.6 yrs
Time to recoup investment
Annual Earnings Boost
+$3,017
vs. $30k HS diploma baseline
10-Year Net Gain
+$22,270
Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost
20-Year Net Gain
+$52,440
Long-term projected return on your education investment
Graduation Rate: 46%
Students who don't graduate may still carry debt without the full earnings benefit. Consider program-specific outcomes in the Career Paths section below.
ROI estimates use the BLS national median of $30,000/yr for high school diploma holders as a baseline. Actual results vary based on major, career path, location, and individual circumstances. Median graduate debt at Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College is $10,000.
Student Community
Gender Balance
Ethnic Diversity
Security Audit
Incidents
0
Burglary
0
Theft
0
Assault
0
Robbery
0
Rape
0
Arson
0
Murder
0
Financial Outlook
Total Sticker Price
$3,950
Estimated cost before aid.
Net Price By Income
Debt & Financial Aid
Repayment measured in 2016–17; this federal measure was discontinued.
Grant Aid (IPEDS 2021)
* Most students receive significant grants and scholarships, reducing the actual cost. Grant data from IPEDS Student Financial Aid survey.
Quick Overview
Faculty Ratio
N/A
Retention
64.6%
Success
45.7%
In-State Cost
$3,950
Age 25+ Students
22.5%
Carnegie Class
Carnegie 7
Working at 6yr
4,321 students
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