Jackson State Community College
About Jackson State Community College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Jackson State Community College teaches in west Tennessee, between Memphis and Nashville. Nursing and allied health are its largest programs.
Founded
1967
Location
Jackson, Tennessee
Students
2,511
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
25.9%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$4,740
Out-of-state: $17,724
Avg Net Price
$6,236
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$35,224
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
25.9% complete their degree within three years
Retention
54.3%
Transfer Out
13%
Teaching Quality
22:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
34%
$/Student
$5.1K
Class Size
Large
The 25.9% 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
$4,740
In-State
$17,724
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
No on-campus housing
Books & Supplies
$1,200
Total Cost of Attendance
$15,183
After Financial Aid
$6,236
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$5,847
Receive Grants
42.4%
Take Loans
0%
Tuition is $4,740/yr, and after aid the average student pays about $6,236.
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 State Community College fund their education.
While in School
42.4%
Get Grants
Free money
0%
Take Loans
Must repay
$18,436
Median Family Income
After Graduation
N/A
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
N/A
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Jackson State Community College.
Gender
69.5%
Female
31%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
2,511
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
52.2%
First-Gen
22 yrs
Avg Age
22.9%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 70% of the student body. 52.2% 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
City: Small
Campus Quick Facts
2,511
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 State Community College fields 3 varsity teams with 69 student athletes, about 3% of the student body.
Division
NJCAA
Division I
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
3
Biggest: Baseball
Student Athletes
69
3% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
64% / 36%
44
Men
25
Women
2
Men's Teams
2
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Jackson State Community Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$35,224
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$27K
303 grads
1yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$66K
73 grads
1yr Earnings
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions
$49K
33 grads
1yr Earnings
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services
$39K
28 grads
1yr Earnings
Business Administration, Management and Operations
$32K
25 grads
1yr Earnings
Engineering Technologies/Technicians, General
$61K
23 grads
1yr Earnings
Median earnings are $35K 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.