Jefferson Community College
About Jefferson Community College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Jefferson Community College teaches in Watertown, New York, beside Fort Drum, and many of its students are soldiers or their families. It keeps dormitories, and nursing and business are its largest programs.
Founded
1961
Location
Watertown, New York
Students
1,499
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
27.8%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$6,264
Out-of-state: $11,700
Avg Net Price
$11,923
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$39,991
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
27.8% complete their degree within three years
Retention
56.3%
Transfer Out
23%
Teaching Quality
18:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
32.9%
$/Student
$5.7K
Class Size
Medium
The 27.8% 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
$6,264
In-State
$11,700
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$14,308
Books & Supplies
$1,000
Total Cost of Attendance
$19,286
After Financial Aid
$11,923
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$8,754
Receive Grants
33.8%
Take Loans
22.3%
The total cost of attendance runs about $19,286/yr, including $14,308 for room and board. After financial aid, the average student pays $11,923.
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 Jefferson Community College fund their education.
While in School
33.8%
Get Grants
Free money
22.3%
Take Loans
Must repay
$28,941
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$12,000
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$127/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $12,000, 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 Jefferson Community College.
Gender
58.7%
Female
41%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
1,499
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
44.3%
First-Gen
23 yrs
Avg Age
25.3%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 59% of the student body. 44.3% 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
1,499
Students
community
Institution
Small
Campus Size
N/A
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
No
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
Jefferson Community College fields 7 varsity teams with 143 student athletes, about 10% of the student body.
Division
NJCAA
Division III
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
7
Biggest: Soccer
Student Athletes
143
10% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
57% / 43%
81
Men
62
Women
5
Men's Teams
5
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Jefferson Community Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$39,991
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$23K
128 grads
1yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$77K
52 grads
1yr Earnings
Business Administration, Management and Operations
$22K
47 grads
1yr Earnings
Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness
$48K
13 grads
4yr Earnings
Human Services, General
—
12 grads
Criminal Justice and Corrections
$34K
11 grads
1yr Earnings
Median earnings are $40K 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.