Holmes Community College

Overview

Enrollment

4,948

Holmes Community College overview
Location	Goodman, Mississippi
Online	holmescc.edu
School Type	Public 2 Year
Setting	Distant Rural

Holmes Community College overview
Size	Mid-size
Status	Non-profit
On Campus Housing	Yes
Level of Study	Undergrad

Founded in 1925, Holmes Community College is a public institution situated in Goodman, Mississippi, offering students a rural campus environment within close proximity to the state capital, Jackson. As a comprehensive community college, Holmes provides a wide spectrum of associate degree programs, career and technical education courses, as well as workforce training. The academic profile encompasses diverse disciplines with notable offerings in health sciences and teacher education, catering to a broad range of educational pursuits. Holmes Community College operates with an open admissions policy, making educational opportunities accessible to a wide student demographic. The campus architecture fosters a conducive learning atmosphere with facilities that support its academic programs. Student housing is available, providing residential options for those seeking an on-campus living experience.

Holmes Community College has an open admission policy which permits enrollment by any high school graduate or GED holding student. 3,015 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 1,933 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2022/2023, excluding room and board, is $2,700 plus fees of $810.

Holmes Community College is designated as a Predominantly Black Institution (PBI) and receives federal grants supporting the school's efforts to serve low and middle-income Black Americans.