College Report Card: Holmes Community College
Holmes Community College Contact Information:
School Name:
Holmes Community College
Street Address:
#1 Hill St
City, State & Zip:
Goodman, MS 39079
Location On Map:
General Phone #:
6624722312
Financial Aid Phone #:
6624729028
Admissions Phone #:
6624729023
Website:
Holmes Community College General Characteristics:
Type of Institution:
Public, 2-year
General Types Of
Programs Offered:
Programs Offered:
Occupational - A program of study consisting of one or more courses, designed to provide the student with sufficient knowledge and skills to perform in a specific occupation
Academic - Instructional program leading toward an associate's, bachelor's, master's, doctor's, or first-professional degree or resulting in credits that can be applied to one of these degrees.
Recreational or Avocational
Adult Basic Remedial or High School Equivalent - Courses designed primarily for students 16 years of age and older to improve basic skills in reading, writing, and arithmetic. These courses are not intended to be part of a program leading to a high school degree, nor are they part of any academic, occupational, or vocational program at the postsecondary level.
School Classification:
Associates Colleges
(Offers associate’s degree and certificate programs but, with few exceptions, award no baccalaureate degrees. This group includes community, junior, and technical colleges. )
(Offers associate’s degree and certificate programs but, with few exceptions, award no baccalaureate degrees. This group includes community, junior, and technical colleges. )
School Calendar System:
Semester - Consists of two semesters during the academic year with about 16 weeks for each semester of instruction. There may be an additional summer session.
Highest Level Of Offering:
At least 2, but less than 4 academic yrs
Offers Undergraduate Degrees Or Certificates:
Yes
Offers Graduate Degrees:
No
Offers First-Proffesional Programs:
No
Credit Accpeted For 'Life Experiences':
No
Advanced placement (AP) Credits Accepted:
Yes
'Dual Credit' Accepted:
Yes
Federal Financial Aid Available:
Eligible students may receive federal financial aid:
Federal Pell Grant Program -
(More Info?)
A grant program for undergraduate students with financial need. (Close)
Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (FSEOG) Program -
(More Info?)
A Campus-Based Program that provides grant assistance to needy undergraduate students. Priority in awarding Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (FSEOG) funds is given to students who have exceptional financial need and are Federal Pell grant recipients. (Close)
Federal Work-Study (FWS) Program -
(More Info?)
A campus-based, federally funded employment program that provides paid jobs for students with financial need. (Close)
Federal Perkins Loan Program -
(More Info?)
This campus-based loan program provides low-interest student loans to students with financial need. (Close)
Federal Direct Loan Program -
(More Info?)
A federal program in which the U.S. government (not a commercial lender) provides four types of education loans to student and parent borrowers directly through schools:
These loans are referred to collectively as Direct Loans. The same types of loans are available through the Federal Family Education Loan (FFEL) Program, but in that program, commercial lenders provide the funds to eligible students. (Close)
- Federal Direct Stafford Loan (subsidized, for students)
- Federal Direct Unsubsidized Stafford Loan (for students)
- Federal Direct PLUS Loan (for parents)
- Federal Direct Consolidation Loan (for students and parents)
These loans are referred to collectively as Direct Loans. The same types of loans are available through the Federal Family Education Loan (FFEL) Program, but in that program, commercial lenders provide the funds to eligible students. (Close)
Federal Family Education Loan (FFEL) Program -
(More Info?)
A federal loan program under which commercial lenders provide education loans to student and parent borrowers. The program offers four types of loans: Federal Direct Stafford Loan (subsidized, for students), Federal Direct Unsubsidized Stafford Loan (for students), Federal Direct PLUS Loan (for parents), Federal Direct Consolidation Loan (for students and parents). All of these are long-term loans insured by state or private nonprofit guaranty agencies that are reimbursed by the federal government for all or part of any insurance claims paid to lenders. This guarantee replaces the collateral or security usually required with long-term consumer loans. (The same types of loans are available through the Federal Direct Loan Program, but in that program, the U.S government provides the funds directly through schools.) (Close)
Leveraging Educational Assistance Partnership (LEAP) Program -
(More Info?)
A Title IV gift-aid program jointly funded by the federal government and participating states. It provides state scholarship or grant assistance to students who show financial need. Formerly called the State Student Incentive Grant (SSIG) Program. (Close)
Robert C. Byrd Honors Scholarship Program -
(More Info?)
A Title IV financial aid program that makes scholarships available to full-time postsecondary students with exceptional ability and promise. Students apply for the merit-based scholarships through their state education agencies. (Close)
Other General Characteristics:
Geographic Region:
Southeast
Degree Of Urbanization: Rural
Institution Has Own Library
Institution Executive: STARKEY A. MORGAN, SR., PRESIDENT
Degree Of Urbanization: Rural
Institution Has Own Library
Institution Executive: STARKEY A. MORGAN, SR., PRESIDENT
Holmes Community College Mission Statement:
Holmes, a comprehensive public community college strategically located in Central Mississippi, provides innovative educational and cultural opportunities to its constituents through campus-based and distance education programs. In an ever-changing world, the college seeks to prepare its graduates for university transfer, productive employment, and lifelong learning by offering an Associate in Arts degree, Associate in Applied Science degree, and Vocational certificates. Holmes Community College, whose primary commitment is to excellence in all areas, offers affordable, equal access to higher education in an attractive, secure, multi-campus environment.
Holmes Community College
Degrees & Certificates Offered -
By Level:
Less than one year certificate One but less than two years certificate Associate's degree Two but less than 4 years certificateHolmes Community College
Degrees & Certificates Offered -
By Award / Degree:
The following represents degrees that were awarded by Holmes Community College between July 1, 2003 and June 30, 2004. Please note that the school may no longer offer any single degree program listed here and / or may offer additional new programs not shown below. Please verify with Holmes Community College that the program you are looking for is still available.
Holmes Community College Special Learning Oppertunities:
Distance learning opportunities
Dual enrollment
Weekend college
Holmes Community College Student Services Offered:
Remedial services
Academic/career counseling service
Placement services for completers
Holmes Community College Estimated Student Expenses:
Undergraduate Tution, Fees, Other Charges:
In-District:
Tuition: $1100
Required Fees: $324
Per Credit Hour Charge: $65
Required Fees: $324
Per Credit Hour Charge: $65
In-State:
Tuition: $1100
Required Fees: $324
Per Credit Hour Charge: $65
Required Fees: $324
Per Credit Hour Charge: $65
Out-Of-State:
Tuition: $2800
Required Fees: $324
Per Credit Hour Charge: $65
Required Fees: $324
Per Credit Hour Charge: $65
Other General Charges - 2004-05:
Books & Supplies:
$1000
On Campus - Room and Board:
$1750
On Campus - Other Expenses:
$2600
Off Campus (Not With Family) - Room and Board:
$3200
Off Campus (Not With Family) - Other Expenses:
$2600
Off Campus (Living With Family) - Other Expenses:
$2600
Specialty Program Charges & Fees:
Holmes Community College Undergraduate Financial Aid Details - Fall 2004:
Total Number Of Undergraduates, All Years:
3805
Number Of Undergraduates:
773 (20% of all undergrads)
Number Of Undergraduates Receiving Any Financial Aid:
606 (78%)
Number Of Undergraduates Receiving Federal Grant Aid:
471 (61%)
Average Amount: $2011
Number Of Undergraduates Receiving State Or Local Grant Aid:
139 (18%)
Average Amount: $243
Number Of Undergraduates Receiving Institutional Grant Aid:
291 (38%)
Average Amount: $630
Number Of Undergraduates Receiving Loan Aid:
251 (32%)
Average Amount: $1153
Average Amount: $1153
Holmes Community College Admissions Details:
Has Application Fee?
No
Admissions Considerations:
Secondary School GPA:
Neither required nor recommended
Secondary School Rank:
Neither required nor recommended
Secondary School
Record:
Record:
Required
Completion Of College
Prepatory Program:
Prepatory Program:
Neither required nor recommended
Recommendations:
Neither required nor recommended
Formal Demonstration
of Competencies:
of Competencies:
Neither required nor recommended
Admission test scores
(ACT / SAT):
(ACT / SAT):
Required
TOEFL (Test of English
as a Foreign Language):
as a Foreign Language):
Neither required nor recommended
Fall 2004 Undergraduate Admissions Details:
Number Of Applicants:Men: 1096
Women: 2148
Total: 3244
Women: 2148
Total: 3244
Number Admitted:Men: 575
Women: 882
Total: 1457
Women: 882
Total: 1457
Number Who Enrolled Full Time:
Men: 461
Women: 661
Total: 1122
Women: 661
Total: 1122
Number Who Enrolled Part Time:
Men: 114
Women: 221
Total: 335
Women: 221
Total: 335
Fall 2004 Test Score Details:
Number Students Submitting ACT Scores:
1146 (78%)
ACT Composite Scores:25th Percentile - 15
75th Percentile - 21
75th Percentile - 21
ACT Verbal Scores25th Percentile - 14
75th Percentile - 21
75th Percentile - 21
ACT Math Scores25th Percentile - 15
75th Percentile - 18
75th Percentile - 18
Holmes Community College Enrollment Information:
Students:
4494
Undergraduate Students:
4494
Undergraduate Degree / Certificate Seeking Students:
4494
First Time Undergraduate Degree / Certificate Seeking Students:
1789
Undergraduate Degree / Certificate Seeking, Other Degree / Certificate, Students:
2705
Full Time Students:
3251
Full Time Undergraduate Students:
3251
Full Time Undergraduate Degree / Certificate Seeking Students:
3251
Full Time First Time Undergraduate Degree / Certificate Seeking Students:
1331
Full Time Undergraduate Degree / Certificate Seeking, Other Degree / Certificate, Students:
1920
Part Time Students:
1243
Part Time Undergraduate Students:
1243
Part Time Undergraduate Degree / Certificate Seeking Students:
1243
Part Time First Time Undergraduate Degree / Certificate Seeking Students:
458
Part Time Undergraduate Degree / Certificate Seeking, Other Degree / Certificate, Students:
785
Holmes Community College Accreditation:
Institiution is acreddited by a body recognized by the US Department of Educationand is on the list of National Institutional and Specialized Accrediting Bodies.
Accredited By A Regional Accreditation Agency: Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Comm. on Colleges
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