Hinds Community College Tuition & Completion (2026)
Hinds Community College is a public community college in Raymond, Mississippi, serving roughly 6,397 students. The college offers associate degrees, career certificates, and transfer pathways to four-year universities. Typical net price after grant aid is about $4,060 for students who receive it, compared with published tuition near $4,250. Student demographics in federal data include Black or African American (62.4%) and White (26.8%) among the largest enrollment groups.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $4,250
- 2024 Average Net Price: $4,060 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: N/A Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 6,397 78.2% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 43.28%
- Carnegie Classification: Associate's Colleges: High Vocational & Technical-Mixed Traditional/Nontraditional
- First-Generation Students: 38.2%
- Tuition trend: In-state tuition increase of 2.0% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Net price trend: Average net price decrease of 24.1% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Full-Time Faculty: 52.8%
- Undergraduate Enrollment: 11,961
- Room & Board: $6,800 annual estimate
Hinds Community College: what the data shows
Common questions about Hinds Community College, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is Hinds Community College?
Hinds Community College is located in Raymond, MS (ZIP 39154).
Is Hinds Community College public or private?
Hinds Community College is a Public institution.
How much does Hinds Community College cost?
Published tuition: $4,250 in-state, $7,300 out-of-state.
Average net price after aid: $4,060.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $3,233 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $3,994 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $6,847 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $9,252 |
| $110,001+ | $10,100 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $17,000.
How big is Hinds Community College?
Total enrollment: 6,397 students.
Undergraduate enrollment: 11,961 students.
About 78% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at Hinds Community College?
150%-time completion rate: 43.28%.
First-year retention: 57.9%.
What do graduates of Hinds Community College earn?
Median earnings: $26,579 six years after entry; $30,774 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $9,371.
50.51% of students receive Pell grants.
What is Hinds Community College known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- General Studies (800 completions)
- Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse (204 completions)
- Truck and Bus Driver/Commercial Vehicle Operator and Instructor (130 completions)
- Diesel Mechanics Technology/Technician (123 completions)
- Child Care Provider/Assistant (108 completions)
- Electrician (99 completions)
- Welding Technology/Welder (97 completions)
- Computer and Information Systems Security/Auditing/Information Assurance (83 completions)
- Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (77 completions)
- Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training (76 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is Hinds Community College a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show completion rate 43.28%; median earnings $30,774 at 10 years; net price $4,060. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Tuition & Cost
Tuition Costs
$4,250
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at Hinds Community College was $4,250.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$4,060
2024 Value
In 2024 Hinds Community College had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $4,060.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$16,240 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$4,060 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$17,000 4-Year In-State Tuition
$29,200 4-Year Out-of-State Tuition
$6,800 Room & Board (annual, on-campus estimate)
$1,200 Books & Supplies (annual estimate)
$12,250 Estimated Annual Sticker (tuition + room/board + books)
$49,000 Estimated 4-Year Sticker (before aid)
4-year total cost breakdown for Hinds Community College.
Financial Aid by Income Level
50.51% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
33.45% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Loans
Financial aid distribution by income level.
Student Loan Default Rate
0.00%
3-year cohort default rate (College Scorecard)
The published 3-year cohort default rate for borrowers at Hinds Community College was 0.00%.
Cohort default rates account for borrowers who default in the first three years.
Tuition tracker
Published tuition and average net price by reporting year come from the College Scorecard institution file. Values are not adjusted for inflation; missing cells mean the field was not reported or was suppressed for Hinds Community College in that year.
Reporting years in the table below: 2013–2023 (Scorecard labels refer to the institutional submission cycle).
| Year | In-state tuition & fees | Out-of-state tuition & fees | Average net price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | $2,260 | $4,860 | $4,099 |
| 2014 | $2,500 | $5,100 | $3,524 |
| 2015 | $2,600 | $5,200 | $4,902 |
| 2016 | $2,840 | $5,640 | $4,569 |
| 2017 | $3,080 | $6,120 | $4,935 |
| 2018 | $3,130 | $6,170 | $4,086 |
| 2019 | $3,450 | $6,500 | $3,757 |
| 2020 | $3,450 | $7,200 | $4,035 |
| 2021 | $3,750 | $6,800 | $2,622 |
| 2022 | $3,750 | $6,800 | $4,158 |
| 2023 | $3,825 | $6,875 | $3,158 |
Sticker tuition and net price over time
Where the institution reported separate in-state and out-of-state tuition, both appear. Gaps mean the value was not reported for that year.
College Scorecard reporting-year fields (not inflation-adjusted).
Net price by family income
Brackets follow Scorecard definitions for the series shown (public vs private institution).
Latest income-band net prices available in the processed extract.
Acceptance Rate & Admissions
Acceptance Rate
Acceptance rate data is not available for this institution.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
Test score data is not available for this institution.
Average SAT and ACT scores for admitted students.
Academic Requirements
GPA requirements are not published by this institution. Contact the admissions office for specific academic requirements.
Estimated GPA and test score ranges.
Enrollment & Student Demographics
Hinds Community College reported total enrollment of about 6,397 students in the latest College Scorecard extract. The student body is about 39% male and 61% female. Enrollment by race and ethnicity includes Black or African American (62.4%), White (26.8%), and Race/ethnicity unknown (4.1%). About 50.51% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants. Roughly 38.2% of students are first-generation college students.
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
78.2% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at Hinds Community College in 2024 is 6,397 students.
Undergraduate enrollment is about 11,961 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
57.9%
2024 Retention Rate
Retention rate measures the number of first-time students who began their studies the previous fall and returned to school the following fall.
Retention rate over time compared to similar institutions.
Enrollment by Race & Ethnicity
The largest enrollment share in our College Scorecard extract is Black or African American at 62.4%.
Shares are for total enrollment (undergraduate and graduate combined when reported).
College Scorecard student demographics.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
33.76% 100% Completion Time
43.28% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 33.76% of students graduating from Hinds Community College completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
Completions by Sex (Top Programs)
- General Studies: 34% male / 66% female
- Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse: 10% male / 90% female
- Truck and Bus Driver/Commercial Vehicle Operator and Instructor: 82% male / 18% female
IPEDS completions by sex for the five largest programs (aggregate CIPs excluded).
Completions by Race & Ethnicity
Combined IPEDS award counts across reported programs; largest group: Black or African American.
Summed across program completion records in our extract.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for Hinds Community College.
Return on Investment
$9,371 Median Student Debt
$30,774 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
30.45% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
1794.95% Return on Investment
3.0 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for Hinds Community College.
Top Programs by Completions
10 largest programs by IPEDS completions (of 64 reported codes; aggregate/unknown CIP buckets excluded).
1. General Studies: 800 completions
2. Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse: 204 completions
3. Truck and Bus Driver/Commercial Vehicle Operator and Instructor: 130 completions
4. Diesel Mechanics Technology/Technician: 123 completions
5. Child Care Provider/Assistant: 108 completions
6. Electrician: 99 completions
7. Welding Technology/Welder: 97 completions
8. Computer and Information Systems Security/Auditing/Information Assurance: 83 completions
9. Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician: 77 completions
Most popular programs at Hinds Community College.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for Hinds Community College graduates.
Operations
Instructional staffing and expenditure indicators for Hinds Community College from College Scorecard (not a full IPEDS finance statement).
Instructional Resources
- Full-time faculty share: 52.8%
- Average faculty salary (Scorecard): $5,481
- Instructional expenditure per FTE: $5,304
Endowment and detailed non-instructional staff counts require IPEDS Finance/HR surveys and are not in this extract.
Scorecard instructional metrics where reported.
About
Hinds Community College is a public institution located in Raymond, MS, classified as Associate's Colleges: High Vocational & Technical-Mixed Traditional/Nontraditional. In the latest IPEDS completions in our extract, the largest programs by awards were General Studies, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Truck and Bus Driver/Commercial Vehicle Operator and Instructor. Enrollment is approximately 6,397 students. Student body composition includes Black or African American (62.4%), White (26.8%), Race/ethnicity unknown (4.1%). The 150%-time completion rate is 43.28%. Approximately 50.51% of students receive Pell Grants. About 38.2% of students are first-generation college students.
Institution Type
Public
Carnegie Classification: Associate's Colleges: High Vocational & Technical-Mixed Traditional/Nontraditional
Location
Raymond, MS 39154
Region: Southeast
Insights and Analysis
Diverse Program Offerings: With over 64 distinct degree programs, Hinds Community College provides students with a wide range of academic options. This diversity allows students to explore various fields and find programs that align with their interests and career goals.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Hinds Community College located?
Hinds Community College is located in Raymond, MS.
How much does Hinds Community College cost?
Reported tuition is $4,250 and average net price is $4,060 in the latest College Scorecard data. On-campus room and board is estimated at $6,800 annually.
What is the student body demographics at Hinds Community College?
Hinds Community College reports undergraduate enrollment of about 11,961 students, Black or African American (62.4%), White (26.8%) in federal College Scorecard data.
How many first-generation students attend Hinds Community College?
About 38.2% of students at Hinds Community College are first-generation college students.
What do graduates of Hinds Community College earn?
Median earnings are $26,579 six years after entry and $30,774 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at Hinds Community College?
The 150%-time completion rate is 43.3% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do Hinds Community College students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $9,371.
Is Hinds Community College public or private?
Hinds Community College is a public institution located in Raymond, MS.
Is Hinds Community College an HBCU?
No. Hinds Community College is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is Hinds Community College a tribal college?
No. Hinds Community College is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Is Hinds Community College a Hispanic-serving institution (HSI)?
Using a 25% Hispanic enrollment threshold on College Scorecard demographics, Hinds Community College does not meet that proxy (reported share 3.3%).
Is Hinds Community College religiously affiliated?
No religious affiliation is reported for Hinds Community College in IPEDS institutional characteristics.
Data Sources
This page uses data from the following sources:
- College Scorecard - U.S. Department of Education
- Institutional characteristics, costs, completion rates, and earnings data
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: collegescorecard.ed.gov
- Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)
- Employment and wage data by occupation
- Latest data: May 2024
- Source: bls.gov/oes
- O*NET Online - U.S. Department of Labor
- Occupational skills, knowledge, abilities, and work activities
- Database version: 28.0 (August 2023)
- Source: onetcenter.org
- IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System) - National Center for Education Statistics
- Institutional data, completions, enrollment, and financial aid
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: nces.ed.gov/ipeds
- Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS)
- Demographic and workforce data
- Latest data: 2023 ACS 5-Year Estimates
- Source: census.gov/acs
- Related geography & profiles
- Mississippi college costs
- Mississippi colleges by ROI
- Mississippi trade schools profile
- Southeast regional profile
- All state profiles
- Regional profiles
- National benchmarks
- School directory
- All schools in Mississippi
Data Processing: All data has been processed, cleaned, and aggregated for presentation. Where specific data points are unavailable, estimates are based on available data and clearly marked.
Last Updated: Data reflects the most recent available information as of January 2025.
Methodology
Data for this profile is sourced from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard dataset, which provides comprehensive information on institutions of higher education in the United States.
All financial figures are adjusted for inflation and represent the most recent available data. Graduation rates and completion times are calculated according to federal standards.