Jefferson Community College
Jefferson Community College is a public institution located in Watertown, NY, offering 29 distinct degree programs across various fields of study. Jefferson Community College provides students with educational opportunities designed to prepare them for success in their chosen fields.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $6,048
- 2024 Average Net Price: $11,012 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: N/A Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 1,523 N/A% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 26.28%
Costs
Tuition Costs
$6,048
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at Jefferson Community College was $6,048.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$11,012
2024 Value
In 2024 Jefferson Community College had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $11,012.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$44,048 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$11,012 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$24,192 4-Year Tuition
Costs include tuition and fees. Room & board, books, and other expenses are additional.
4-year total cost breakdown for Jefferson Community College.
Financial Aid by Income Level
32.55% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
23.25% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Loans
Financial aid distribution by income level.
Student Loan Default Rate
Not reported
3-year cohort default rate (College Scorecard)
The published 3-year cohort default rate for borrowers at Jefferson Community College was not reported in the College Scorecard extract for this institution.
Cohort default rates account for borrowers who default in the first three years.
Admissions
Acceptance Rate
Acceptance rate data is not available for this institution.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
Test score data is not available for this institution.
Average SAT and ACT scores for admitted students.
Academic Requirements
GPA requirements are not published by this institution. Contact the admissions office for specific academic requirements.
Estimated GPA and test score ranges.
Enrollment
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
N/A% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at Jefferson Community College in 2024 is 1,523 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
N/A%
2024 Retention Rate
Retention rate measures the number of first-time students who began their studies the previous fall and returned to school the following fall.
Retention rate over time compared to similar institutions.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
18.18% 100% Completion Time
26.28% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 18.18% of students graduating from Jefferson Community College completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for Jefferson Community College.
Return on Investment
$12,000 Median Student Debt
$39,991 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
30.01% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
807.90% Return on Investment
3.0 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for Jefferson Community College.
Top Programs by Completions
10 Programs Reporting Data
Agricultural Production Operations: 69 completions
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, & Nursing Research: 66 completions
CIP 52.0201: 41 completions
CIP 24.0102: 33 completions
Liberal Arts & Sciences: 19 completions
CIP 24.0199: 12 completions
Criminal Justice & Corrections: 12 completions
CIP 14.0101: 10 completions
Public Administration and Social Service: 10 completions
Other/Unknown Programs: 349 completions
Most popular programs at Jefferson Community College.
Employment Outcomes
$36,576 Median Earnings (6 years after entry)
$37,675 Median Earnings (8 years after entry)
$39,991 Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
Earnings outcomes for Jefferson Community College graduates.
About
Jefferson Community College is a public institution located in Watertown, NY, offering 29 distinct degree programs across various academic disciplines. The institution enrolls approximately 1,523 students. The institution maintains a 26.28% graduation rate. Approximately 32.55% of students receive Pell Grants.
Institution Type
Public
Location
Watertown, NY 13601-1897
Region: Mid East
Insights and Analysis
Graduation Rate Considerations: The 26.28% graduation rate at Jefferson Community College falls below the national average. Prospective students should carefully consider factors such as academic preparation, support services, and career outcomes when evaluating this institution.
Data Sources
This page uses data from the following sources:
- College Scorecard - U.S. Department of Education
- Institutional characteristics, costs, completion rates, and earnings data
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: collegescorecard.ed.gov
- Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)
- Employment and wage data by occupation
- Latest data: May 2024
- Source: bls.gov/oes
- O*NET Online - U.S. Department of Labor
- Occupational skills, knowledge, abilities, and work activities
- Database version: 28.0 (August 2023)
- Source: onetcenter.org
- IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System) - National Center for Education Statistics
- Institutional data, completions, enrollment, and financial aid
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: nces.ed.gov/ipeds
- Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS)
- Demographic and workforce data
- Latest data: 2023 ACS 5-Year Estimates
- Source: census.gov/acs
Data Processing: All data has been processed, cleaned, and aggregated for presentation. Where specific data points are unavailable, estimates are based on available data and clearly marked.
Last Updated: Data reflects the most recent available information as of January 2025.
Methodology
Data for this profile is sourced from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard dataset, which provides comprehensive information on institutions of higher education in the United States.
All financial figures are adjusted for inflation and represent the most recent available data. Graduation rates and completion times are calculated according to federal standards.