Modesto Junior College
About Modesto Junior College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Modesto Junior College has taught in the Central Valley since 1921 and is a Hispanic-Serving Institution. The sciences, business and psychology are its largest programs, and it keeps a working farm for its agriculture students.
Founded
1921
Location
Modesto, California
Students
15,109
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
29.6%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$1,282
Out-of-state: $9,264
Avg Net Price
$2,818
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$42,368
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
29.6% complete their degree within three years
Retention
Not reported
Transfer Out
9%
The federal survey collects no first-year retention cohort for this college.
Teaching Quality
28:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
46.8%
$/Student
$5.5K
Class Size
Large
The 29.6% 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
$1,282
In-State
$9,264
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
No on-campus housing
Books & Supplies
$1,062
Total Cost of Attendance
$11,487
After Financial Aid
$2,818
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$1,658
Receive Grants
31.8%
Take Loans
0.3%
Tuition is $1,282/yr, and after aid the average student pays about $2,818.
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 Modesto Junior College fund their education.
While in School
31.8%
Get Grants
Free money
0.3%
Take Loans
Must repay
$16,410
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 Modesto Junior College.
Gender
60%
Female
40%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
15,109
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
59.9%
First-Gen
24 yrs
Avg Age
29.4%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 60% of the student body. 59.9% 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
15,109
Students
community
Institution
Medium
Campus Size
N/A
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
Yes
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
Modesto Junior College fields 13 varsity teams with 426 student athletes, about 3% of the student body.
Division
CCCAA
California Community College Athletic Association
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
13
Biggest: Track and Field (Outdoor)
Student Athletes
426
3% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
67% / 33%
284
Men
142
Women
11
Men's Teams
10
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Modesto Junior Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$42,368
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Biological and Physical Sciences
$32K
344 grads
1yr Earnings
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$28K
326 grads
1yr Earnings
Business Administration, Management and Operations
$28K
205 grads
1yr Earnings
Psychology, General
$26K
178 grads
1yr Earnings
Criminal Justice and Corrections
$28K
86 grads
1yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$99K
82 grads
1yr Earnings
Graduates earn about $35K six years out, growing to $42K 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.