Home campus: East Mississippi Community College's original home is the Scooba campus, established
in 1927. The announcement of a district-wide tuition guarantee program in April 2009,
combined with a struggling economy, has translated into large enrollment increases
in recent years. The Scooba campus now serves more than 1,000 residential and commuter
students.
Accreditation: EMCC is fully accredited by the Southern Association of College and Schools Commission
on Colleges. This means your academic classes will transfer to any senior college
of your choice with whom EMCC maintains an articulation agreement. EMCC is articulated
with all senior colleges in the state of Mississippi.
Classes: The Scooba campus offers a full range of academic classes that can prepare students
for transfer to a four-year college or university. It also serves students interested
in career-technical programs ending in certificates or two-year associate’s degrees.
Career-technical programs are available at the Scooba campus: Funeral Services, Forestry,
Welding and Fabrication, Basic Electrical Lineworker, Ophthalmic Technology, Business
Technology and Health Care Assistant. The average class size at EMCC is about 20 students.
Workforce Services: EMCC’s Workforce Services team has expanded its offerings on the Scooba campus to
give students the skills they need to compete for jobs in a changing local economy.
Dual Enrollment: EMCC launched a district-wide pilot program in the 2011-12 school year to introduce
tuition-free online dual enrollment classes. Dual enrollment allows qualified students
to earn college credit before they graduate from high school.
"Being a First Generation student was quite difficult to get used to. After a while
it became a light breeze due to my advisor being supportive and helping as I went
through the process. Additionally, being a first generation student at EMCC hasn't
been the easiest, but my load feels lighter due to the most supportive advising team
and staff here on the Mayhew Campus"
Shakyra Mullen
First Generation College Student
"East Mississippi Community College has been an incredible launching pad for my
future! I'm so grateful for the knowledge and experiences I've gained here!"
“I chose EMCC because it gave me the best opportunities coming out of high school.
I got plenty of scholarships because the school offered so many. An Education is a
very powerful tool.”
Nadyn Samara
Graduate 2024 - First Generation College Student & SGA Vice President Scooba
"EMCC isn't just a place to learn, it's home. Passionate instructors around every
corner offered an opportunity to grow. Remember - there's a whole community invested
in your success."
Madison McCarter
2024 Graduate - SGA President GT Campus, PTK Regional VP of Mississippi and Louisiana,
VP Ambassadors GT Campus
“I love East Mississippi Community College for many different reasons. There are
ample ways to get involved with the school, which is a great way to make new friends”
Ashley Perrigin
EMCC Ambassador Class of 2024
"At first no one was really concerned about me going to college. When I decided to
go on my own it put a lot of pressure on me because I'm the first one in my family
to go to college. This idea made it all the more reason for me to succeed."
Kevary Spencer
First Generation College Student, EMCC Student Ambassador 24-25
"East Mississippi Community College has provided an exceptional foundation for my
academic and personal growth. The professors' dedication has fostered my development
into a stronger student. EMCC offered numerous opportunities for me to excel, both
in academics and extracurricular activities. Here, I've built incredible friendships
that will undoubtedly last a lifetime. The knowledge I gained and the memories I made
at EMCC will forever be a part of me when I embark on my journey to a four-year college."
Anna Borst
Ambassador President GT, Homecoming Queen, PTK, SGA Officer, Class of 2025
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