Jones County Junior College
About Jones County Junior College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Jones County Junior College teaches in the piney woods of southeast Mississippi, from Ellisville, and keeps dormitories. Nursing and electrical power transmission are among its largest programs.
Founded
1911
Location
Ellisville, Mississippi
Students
3,535
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
40.9%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$4,806
Out-of-state: $6,806
Avg Net Price
$6,048
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$33,377
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
40.9% complete their degree within three years
Retention
55.9%
Transfer Out
17%
Teaching Quality
24:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
78.5%
$/Student
$5.8K
Class Size
Large
The 40.9% 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
$4,806
In-State
$6,806
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$5,830
Books & Supplies
N/A
Total Cost of Attendance
$13,670
After Financial Aid
$6,048
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$5,645
Receive Grants
37.6%
Take Loans
8%
The total cost of attendance runs about $13,670/yr, including $5,830 for room and board. After financial aid, the average student pays $6,048.
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 Jones County Junior College fund their education.
While in School
37.6%
Get Grants
Free money
8%
Take Loans
Must repay
$20,661
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$6,291
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$67/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $6,291, 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 Jones County Junior College.
Gender
63%
Female
37%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
3,535
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
40.2%
First-Gen
21 yrs
Avg Age
13%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 63% of the student body. 40.2% 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
Town: Distant
Campus Quick Facts
3,535
Students
community
Institution
Small
Campus Size
N/A
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
No
AP Credit
No
Teacher Cert
No
ROTC
No
Evening College
No
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Jones County Junior College fields 8 varsity teams with 229 student athletes, about 6% of the student body.
Division
NJCAA
Division I
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
8
Biggest: Football
Student Athletes
229
6% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
66% / 34%
150
Men
79
Women
6
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 Jones County Junior Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$33,377
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$23K
559 grads
1yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$67K
60 grads
1yr Earnings
Electrical and Power Transmission Installers
—
19 grads
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions
$52K
19 grads
4yr Earnings
Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications
—
13 grads
Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management
—
13 grads
Median earnings are $33K 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.