Meridian Community College Campuses

Meridian Community College's Main Campus offers a comprehensive array of associate degree and certificate programs designed to prepare students for careers or transfer to four-year institutions. The curriculum emphasizes practical skills, hands-on training, and academic excellence across various disciplines.

• Allied Health programs include Nursing (Associate of Applied Science in Nursing), preparing students for the NCLEX-RN exam with coursework in anatomy, physiology, pharmacology, and clinical practice in local hospitals and clinics. Medical Assisting covers administrative and clinical procedures, including vital signs, patient intake, and medical coding.
• Business and Technology offerings feature Accounting, where students learn financial reporting, taxation, and QuickBooks; Business Management focuses on leadership, marketing, and entrepreneurship; and Computer Networking and Information Systems Technology teaches Cisco certification, cybersecurity, and network administration.
• Industrial Technologies programs encompass Automotive Technology with engine repair, diagnostics, and ASE certification prep; Welding Technology includes MIG, TIG, and stick welding techniques for industrial applications; and Industrial Maintenance provides training in electrical systems, hydraulics, and PLC programming for manufacturing roles.
• Education and Human Sciences include Early Childhood Education, covering child development, curriculum planning, and classroom management; and Criminal Justice, exploring law enforcement, corrections, and forensic science.
• Fine and Performing Arts programs offer Music with ensemble performance, theory, and pedagogy; Visual Arts focuses on drawing, painting, and digital media; and Theatre Arts includes acting, stagecraft, and production.
• Liberal Arts and Sciences encompass English and Communications for writing, public speaking, and literature analysis; History and Social Sciences cover American history, psychology, sociology, and political science; Mathematics and Natural Sciences include algebra, calculus, biology, chemistry, and physics labs.
• Additionally, the campus provides workforce development courses in healthcare, IT, and trades, along with GED preparation, ESL, and continuing education workshops. Customized training for local businesses ensures alignment with regional economic needs, such as aviation maintenance through partnerships with nearby air bases.

With small class sizes and dedicated faculty, students receive personalized support. The campus features state-of-the-art facilities like simulation labs for nursing, welding bays, and computer centers. Transfer agreements with universities facilitate seamless progression. Overall, MCC's programs foster critical thinking, technical proficiency, and lifelong learning, serving over 3,000 students annually in East Mississippi.