Pearl River Community CollegeStudent Guide

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Public Trade School in Poplarville, MS. Operating on a semester system.

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Poplarville, MS
5K+ students
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Student guide · Fall 2026

The semester, explained for Pearl River Community College

Dates from the active academic calendar, plus the campus language and local details students actually need. Every entry comes from DormWay's approved campus reference library.

Relevant term
Fall 2026
Campus terms
15
Local details
12

Academic calendar

Fall 2026 runs Jul 27, 2026 – Dec 18, 2026. Calendar aliases that share a date range are grouped together, with every source term still shown.

30 entries
  1. Fall 2026Relevant now
  2. Fall 2026 Online 4WK Session 1
  3. Fall 2026 Online 6WK Session 1
  4. Fall 2026 Online 12WK Session 1
  5. Fall 2026 Online 15WK Session 1
  6. Fall 2026 Online 8WK Session 1
  7. Fall 2026 Online 15WK SessionFall 2026 Online 15WK Session 2
  8. Fall 2026 Online 4WK Session 2
  9. Fall 2026 Online 8WK Session 2
  10. Fall 2026 Online 6WK Session 2
  11. Fall 2026 Online 8WK Session 3
  12. Fall 2026 Online 12WK SessionFall 2026 Online 12WK Session 2
  13. Fall 2026 Online 4WK Session 3
  14. Fall 2026 Online 8WK SessionFall 2026 Online 8WK Session 4
  15. Fall 2026 Online 6WK SessionFall 2026 Online 6WK Session 3
  16. Fall 2026 Online 4WK SessionFall 2026 Online 4WK Session 4
  17. Spring 2027
  18. Summer 2027
  19. Summer 2027 First Term Day Classes
  20. Summer 2027 Second Term Day Classes
  21. Fall 2027
  22. Spring 2028
  23. Summer 2028
  24. Summer 2028 First Term Day Classes
  25. Summer 2028 Second Term Day Classes

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Campus language

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15 terms

B

BSU
Baptist Student Union, a prominent religious organization on campus.

F

Forrest County Hall
The residence hall located on the Poplarville campus specifically for students from Forrest County.
FYE
First Year Experience, a program and set of mentors designed to help freshmen transition to college life.

H

Hancock
Hancock Hall, a women's residence hall on the Poplarville campus.
Holden
Holden Hall, a men's residence hall on the Poplarville campus.
Huff
Huff Hall, a women's residence hall on the Poplarville campus.

P

Pearl River Hall
A residence hall often referred to simply as 'Pearl River' by residents.
PTK
Phi Theta Kappa, specifically the Iota Mu chapter, the international honor society for two-year colleges.

R

Roar
The official rallying cry and slogan associated with the Wildcat mascot.
Roar Cafe
The dining facility located at the Forrest County Center in Hattiesburg.

S

SGA
Student Government Association, the primary student representative body.

T

The Caf
The main cafeteria located in Crosby Hall on the Poplarville campus.
The Den
The Wildcat Den, a snack bar and grill area for quick meals and socializing.
The River
The common shorthand and nickname for Pearl River Community College itself.

W

Wildcat Way
A term used to describe the school's culture, values, and expectations for student behavior.

Places and practicalities

Buildings, logistics, and other local references drawn from the approved campus snapshot.

12 details
Canvas
The learning management system where students access course materials and submit assignments.
Crosby Hall
The building housing the main cafeteria and student dining services.
Malone Chapel
The campus chapel used for services, small events, and quiet reflection.
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Olivia Bender Cafeteria
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PJ's Coffee
RiverAlert
The emergency notification system that sends texts and emails regarding campus closures or safety issues.
RiverSide
The online student portal used for registration, checking grades, and financial aid.
Seal Hall
The building primarily used for science and nursing classrooms and labs.
The Library
The Garvin H. Johnston Library, the central hub for research and study.
White Hall
The main administration building housing the President's office and business services.
Wildcat Card
The official student ID card used for meal plans, library access, and building entry.
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WOW (World of Wings)

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What academic term is relevant now?
Fall 2026 runs Jul 27, 2026 – Dec 18, 2026.
How much campus context is included?
15 approved campus terms and 12 local details are included in full.
Are all approved campus terms included?
Yes. The complete approved glossary is available in the scrollable, searchable campus-language section.
Where does this guide come from?
Calendar dates, campus terms, and local details come from DormWay's approved campus reference library.

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Honors Institute

Provides an academically enriched and challenging course of study for highly motivated and exceptionally talented students.

Student Activities Board

Plans and executes a wide variety of student programming and events on campus to enhance student life.

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Student Government Association (SGA)

The official governing body of the student body, representing student interests to the administration and enhancing the college experience.

Regular commitment

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DECA

An association of marketing students that encourages the development of business and leadership skills through academic conferences and competitions.

Open to all

Source: prcc.edu · Verified 26 days ago

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Homecoming Week

An annual tradition featuring a week of activities, a parade, tailgating, and the homecoming football game, celebrating alumni and current students.

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Campus rituals

End of School Barbeque

An annual event to celebrate the end of the academic year with food and activities for students.

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Resources & spaces

Student Support Services (SSS)

A TRiO program offering free services like peer tutoring, academic advisement, educational counseling, transfer assistance, and workshops to eligible students.

Source: prcc.edu · Verified 26 days ago

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Life in Poplarville for Pearl River Community College Students

Everything you need to know about living and studying in Poplarville.

Timezone

Central Time (CT)

Median Rent

$732

Cost of Living Index

85

Student Population

5,000

City Transportation

Walkability

55

Bikeability

35

Nearest Airports

Gulfport–Biloxi International Airport, Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport

Climate Averages

Climate

Humid subtropical

Avg Annual Temp

66°F

Avg Snowfall

0 in

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General Campus Parking

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Decals must be placed on the inside front window on the right side. Fines for illegal parking are $30.

Upcoming Events

What's happening at Pearl River Community College

Honors Institute Lyceum Series: Jeff Corwin

September 15, 2026

Ethel Holden Brownstone Center for the Arts

Renowned wildlife biologist and Emmy Award-winning host Jeff Corwin will be the featured speaker. Admission is free, but tickets are required.

Mississippi Symphony Orchestra

September 29, 2026

Ethel Holden Brownstone Center for the Arts

The Mississippi Symphony Orchestra, directed by Crafton Beck, returns to present a program of masterpieces and audience favorites.

Dorms & On-Campus Housing at Pearl River Community College

Various dorm and housing options are available for students.

14 known dorm and housing options. Every known option is shown below.

Forrest Hall

Capacity: 266

Room types: standard rooms

Hancock Hall

Capacity: 118

Room types: not specified

Holden Hall

Capacity: 100

Room types: not specified

Huff Hall

Capacity: 87

Room types: not specified

Lamar Hall

Capacity: 60

Room types: not specified

Marion Dorm

Capacity: 70

Room types: double suite, four-person suite

Marion Hall

Capacity: 60

Room types: two-person suite, four-person suite

Men's residence halls (6 total, names not all specified in source results)

Moody Hall

Capacity: 60

Room types: not specified

New Marion Hall

Capacity: 800

Room types: two-person suite, four-person suite

New Men's Dorm

Capacity: 130

Room types: not specified

New Women's Dorm

Capacity: 130

Room types: not specified

Pearl River Hall

Capacity: 62

Room types: not specified

Women's residence halls (4 total, names not all specified in source results)

Campus Details

Academic System

Semester

Control

Public

Email Domain

@pearlrivercommunityc.edu

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