Northwest Mississippi Community College provides affordable education and opportunities for students to prepare for university transfer, enter the workforce, and advance their careers. Based in Senatobia, Mississippi, Northwest began offering college-level classes in 1926 and serves students throughout its 11-county district and beyond.
Northwest’s district includes Benton, Calhoun, DeSoto, Lafayette, Marshall, Panola, Quitman, Tallahatchie, Tate, Tunica, and Yalobusha counties. Through instruction on campus and online, the college serves students with a wide range of backgrounds, interests, and educational goals.
Northwest emphasizes quality instruction, student success, community partnerships, and continuous improvement. The college supports the educational, career, and community needs of its students and district through:
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Academic and career technical programs leading to associate degrees, certificates, and diplomas;
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University transfer pathways that prepare students for continued study toward a bachelor’s degree;
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Workforce training that addresses the needs of businesses and industries;
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Academic support and developmental instruction that help students prepare for college-level coursework;
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Adult education, continuing education, and community learning opportunities;
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Student support services, including tutoring, academic advising, counseling, and career assistance; and
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Library resources, technology services, cultural opportunities, student organizations, and extracurricular activities.
The Northwest experience extends beyond the classroom through fine arts, campus activities, student leadership opportunities, and intercollegiate athletics. These experiences help students build connections, develop their talents, and work toward their personal and professional goals.
Learn more about the college’s mission, vision, and values.
Accreditation
Northwest Mississippi Community College holds institutional accreditation through the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC). Its authorized degrees include the Associate of Arts and Associate of Applied Science. The college also offers certificates and diplomas at approved degree levels.
Northwest’s accreditation was most recently reaffirmed in 2017. For the college’s complete accreditation statement, accreditor contact information, and details about individual program accreditations, visit Northwest’s accreditation page.
Explore programs, admissions, financial aid, campus locations, and student life at www.northwestms.edu.
