Pearl River Junior College has 2 campuses...one in Poplarville and one in Hattiesburg.
The main campus at Poplarville is located on U.S. Highway 11. The Forrest County Center is situated in Hattiesburg on U.S. Highway 49 South.

PRCC was originally founded as the Pearl River County Agricultural High School in 1909 and became the first community college in the state of Mississippi in 1921. Some of the buildings date back from the early 20's, but have been well maintained over the years and serve as landmarks on the modern college campus. 

Pearl River is known for its competitive spirit in all sports, regardless of whether the sport is football, men's or women's basketball, baseball, women's softball, men's and women's tennis, men's and women's soccer, or golf.
 
Pearl River Community College athletes have excelled in all areas of achievement. Heading into the 21st century, The River's winning tradition is as vibrant and alive as it has been throughout its long and colorful history.

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The Wildcats can boast an incredible four MACJC (Mississippi Association of Community/Junior Colleges) state championships in men's basketball and men's soccer. football and baseball.