Hinds Community College has two plus two (2+2) agreements with Delta State University and the University of Southern Mississippi. These agreements allow students at any of the six Hinds Community College locations to seamlessly transition from community college to four-year institutions after the completion of an associate of art degree program. Participating students also receive a detailed plan of study in a bachelor’s program to help them stay on track toward their bachelor’s degree attainment. Hinds Community College honors 2+2 agreements with other institutions in multiple locations, as well, both within Mississippi and across state lines, so that students can complete their degrees from a variety of places within and close to the state of Mississippi.