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Is East Mississippi Community College Worth It?

ROI analysis based on real earnings and cost data

Strong ROIRanked #584 of 3,472 schools by ROI

Key Numbers

10-Year Earnings

$33,772

median, 10 years after enrollment

In-State Tuition

$3,950

per year

Out-of-State Tuition

$6,950

per year

Total 4-Year Cost

$27,800

tuition only (4 years)

ROI Ratio

4.86x

earnings ÷ annual tuition

Median Debt

$9,006

at graduation

Avg Net Price

$3,880

after aid & scholarships

Earnings vs. Annual Cost

10-year median earnings compared to annual tuition

Median Earnings (10yr)$33,772
Annual Tuition$6,950
National Median Earnings$45,000

East Mississippi Community College graduates earn $11,228 less than the national median of workers with any education level.

What You'd Actually Pay

Average net price after grants and scholarships, by family income

Under $30,000$3,020/yr
$30,000 – $48,000$5,286/yr
$48,000 – $75,000$5,655/yr
$75,000 – $110,000$5,192/yr
Over $110,000$3,672/yr

Source: IPEDS net price data. Actual costs vary based on individual financial circumstances.

The Bottom Line

East Mississippi Community College stands out as a strong financial investment among U.S. colleges. Graduates earn $33,772 10 years after starting, $11,228 below the national median of $45,000. In-state students pay $3,950/year, significantly less than the $6,950 out-of-state rate, which substantially improves the ROI picture for state residents.

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Earnings data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Tuition data from IPEDS. ROI calculations are for informational purposes only and reflect median outcomes.