Jamestown Community College
About Jamestown Community College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Jamestown Community College teaches in the far southwest of New York, near Chautauqua Lake, and keeps dormitories. Nursing and business are its largest programs.
Founded
1950
Location
Jamestown, New York
Students
1,739
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
40.2%
Below national average
Tuition
$6,840
Per year
Avg Net Price
$9,850
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$38,242
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
40.2% complete their degree within three years
Retention
58.4%
Transfer Out
15%
Teaching Quality
16:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
33.5%
$/Student
$8.6K
Class Size
Medium
The 40.2% 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
$6,840
Annual Tuition
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$11,880
Books & Supplies
$1,200
Total Cost of Attendance
$18,243
After Financial Aid
$9,850
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$7,229
Receive Grants
24.6%
Take Loans
13.8%
The total cost of attendance runs about $18,243/yr, including $11,880 for room and board. After financial aid, the average student pays $9,850.
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 Jamestown Community College fund their education.
While in School
24.6%
Get Grants
Free money
13.8%
Take Loans
Must repay
$29,687
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$10,990
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$117/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $10,990, 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 Jamestown Community College.
Gender
57.3%
Female
43%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
1,739
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
40.8%
First-Gen
22 yrs
Avg Age
13.9%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 57% of the student body. 40.8% 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
Town: Distant
Campus Quick Facts
1,739
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
Jamestown Community College fields 8 varsity teams with 148 student athletes, about 9% of the student body.
Division
NJCAA
Division III
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
8
Biggest: Soccer
Student Athletes
148
9% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
65% / 35%
96
Men
52
Women
7
Men's Teams
4
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Jamestown Community Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$38,242
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$24K
156 grads
1yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$66K
68 grads
1yr Earnings
Business Administration, Management and Operations
$33K
60 grads
1yr Earnings
Criminal Justice and Corrections
$26K
27 grads
1yr Earnings
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services
$29K
18 grads
1yr Earnings
Human Services, General
$21K
16 grads
1yr Earnings
Median earnings are $38K 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.