Coahoma Community College

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The latest iteration of this study, "Transforming Futures: The Economic Engine of HBCUs," reaffirms the significant economic contributions of Coahoma Community College. Through the production and consumption of various goods and services by Coahoma Community College’s faculty, employees, and students, this institution acts as a catalyst for economic growth locally and regionally. This dynamic creates a ripple effect, leading to increased employment opportunities, heightened economic expansion, and a more dynamic community environment.

Founded in 1949 in Clarksdale, Mississippi, Coahoma Community College (CCC), initially Coahoma Junior College and Agricultural High School, was the first educational institution for African Americans to join Mississippi’s public junior college system in 1950. CCC offers a diverse array of degree programs, featuring prominent ones in education, health sciences, and workforce development.

  • $48.6
    Total Economic Impact
  • 487
    Jobs
  • $806.5M
    Total Lifetime Earnings for Graduates