Pearl River Community College Mississippi

Rural Mississippi community college serving 5,620 students with low tuition and general education pathways.

College statistics

Address:
101 Hwy 11 N
Poplarville, MS
39470
Sector Group:
Public 2-Year
Official Website:
https://www.prcc.edu/
Setting:
Rural
Research Activity Tier:
No research designation
Economic Mobility Index:
Higher Access, Medium Earnings
Primary Undergraduate Major:
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities

Pearl River Community College is a public 2-year institution in Poplarville, Mississippi, serving students in a rural setting with a focus on liberal arts and sciences. The college provides general education and career preparation for students transitioning to 4-year universities or entering the workforce.

In-state tuition runs $3,500 annually, with out-of-state tuition at $5,900. The total cost of attendance is $8,800 for in-state students and $11,200 for out-of-state students when room and board are included. The college enrolls approximately 5,620 students across its programs.

This college works best for students seeking an affordable entry point into higher education, those completing general education requirements before transferring to a 4-year institution, and working adults in the region. Many community college students use the first two years here to reduce costs before completing a bachelor's degree elsewhere. For more information about programs and support services, visit the official website at https://www.prcc.edu/.