General Admissions Policies

Coahoma Community College does not discriminate in the admission of students because of race, color, sex, national origin or disability.  The institution ascribes to an "open admissions" policy.  However, admission to the college does not necessarily guarantee admission to a specific program desired by a student.

Coahoma Community College admits students whose American College Test (ACT) scores are on file in the Admissions and Records Office.  Students seeking admission to the academic and technical programs are required to take the ACT and request that the results be sent to the Office of Admissions and Records before credit is granted.  First-time college enrolled students 21 years of age and older are not required to take the American College Test unless they are planning to enter a specific program that requires it, such as the Licensed Practical Nursing (LPN) Program.  All admission requirements must be met before a student is officially accepted by the institution.

Immunization Requirement:  In cooperation with the Mississippi State Board of Health, Coahoma Community College requires certification of appropriate immunization against rubella and measles of all entering students whose birth dates are after December 13, 1956.

A student who is on academic probation at another college, if otherwise acceptable, is admitted to Coahoma Community College on probation.  A student who is excluded from another college because of academic suspension may be considered for admission to Coahoma Community College on probationary status after remaining out of college for one semester.