Jackson College
About Jackson College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Jackson College teaches in southern Michigan, keeps dormitories, and sends a third of its students on to a four-year college. Allied health and business are among its largest programs.
Founded
1928
Location
Jackson, Michigan
Students
3,422
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
15.9%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$7,350
Out-of-state: $10,200
Avg Net Price
$7,761
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$36,898
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Open Admission
Every applicant who meets the basic requirements is admitted, so there is no acceptance rate
How to Apply
Test Policy
No test needed
Application Fee
Free
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Below Average
15.9% complete their degree within three years
Retention
Not reported
Transfer Out
33.3%
The federal survey collects no first-year retention cohort for this college.
Teaching Quality
15:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
100%
$/Student
$7.2K
Class Size
Medium
The 15.9% graduation rate is below the national average of 44%. It's worth looking into what support systems the school offers to help you finish your degree.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$7,350
In-State
$10,200
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$11,510
Books & Supplies
$1,170
Total Cost of Attendance
$18,708
After Financial Aid
$7,761
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$5,227
Receive Grants
37%
Take Loans
16.7%
The total cost of attendance runs about $18,708/yr, including $11,510 for room and board. After financial aid, the average student pays $7,761.
Financial Aid
Who gets aid and what happens after
Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at Jackson College fund their education.
While in School
37%
Get Grants
Free money
16.7%
Take Loans
Must repay
$18,839
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$13,875
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$147/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $13,875, and less than 0% of graduates default on their loans. Students here leave with very manageable financial obligations.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Jackson College.
Gender
63.7%
Female
36%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
3,422
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
45.8%
First-Gen
25 yrs
Avg Age
29.1%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 64% of the student body. 45.8% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
Rural: Fringe
Campus Quick Facts
3,422
Students
community
Institution
Small
Campus Size
N/A
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
No
ROTC
No
Evening College
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Jackson College fields 8 varsity teams with 163 student athletes, about 5% of the student body.
Division
NJCAA
Division II
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
8
Biggest: Soccer
Student Athletes
163
5% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
55% / 45%
90
Men
73
Women
6
Men's Teams
6
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Jackson Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$36,898
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$27K
248 grads
1yr Earnings
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions
$49K
101 grads
1yr Earnings
Business Administration, Management and Operations
$30K
101 grads
1yr Earnings
Physical Sciences, General
$55K
46 grads
4yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$76K
41 grads
1yr Earnings
Criminal Justice and Corrections
$39K
17 grads
1yr Earnings
Median earnings are $37K ten years after enrollment. Choosing a high-demand major can significantly boost your earning potential from here.
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Data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard Some figures may reflect prior academic years. Our editorial team reviews and updates college profiles to ensure accuracy. If you notice outdated information, please let us know.