Jefferson State Community College
About Jefferson State Community College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Jefferson State Community College teaches across Birmingham, Alabama, and sends better than a third of its students on to a four-year college, far more than most community colleges manage. Nursing and allied health are its largest programs.
Founded
1965
Location
Birmingham, Alabama
Students
5,470
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
25.6%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$5,100
Out-of-state: $8,970
Avg Net Price
$9,086
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$40,719
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
25.6% complete their degree within three years
Retention
59.2%
Transfer Out
37%
Teaching Quality
19:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
38.5%
$/Student
$7.2K
Class Size
Large
The 25.6% 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
$5,100
In-State
$8,970
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
No on-campus housing
Books & Supplies
$1,120
Total Cost of Attendance
$14,814
After Financial Aid
$9,086
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$6,836
Receive Grants
34.8%
Take Loans
29%
Tuition is $5,100/yr, and after aid the average student pays about $9,086.
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 State Community College fund their education.
While in School
34.8%
Get Grants
Free money
29%
Take Loans
Must repay
$25,922
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$9,689
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$103/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $9,689, 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 State Community College.
Gender
65.3%
Female
35%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
5,470
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
45%
First-Gen
24 yrs
Avg Age
22.2%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 65% of the student body. 45% 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: Midsize
Campus Quick Facts
5,470
Students
community
Institution
Medium
Campus Size
N/A
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
No
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
No
ROTC
Yes
Evening College
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Jefferson State Community College fields 2 varsity teams with 27 student athletes.
Division
NJCAA
Division I
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
2
Biggest: Golf
Student Athletes
27
14 men, 13 women
Athletes by Gender
52% / 48%
14
Men
13
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 Jefferson State Community Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$40,719
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$28K
549 grads
1yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$64K
178 grads
1yr Earnings
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions
$52K
46 grads
1yr Earnings
Business Administration, Management and Operations
—
41 grads
Funeral Service and Mortuary Science
$50K
31 grads
1yr Earnings
Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions
—
29 grads
Graduates earn about $36K six years out, growing to $41K by year ten. Above average, though your choice of major will be the biggest factor.
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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.