Modesto Junior College Tuition & Completion (2026)
Modesto Junior College is a public community college in Modesto, California, with about 15,109 students. The college offers associate degrees, career certificates, and transfer pathways to four-year universities. Typical net price after grant aid is about $2,818 for students who receive it, compared with published tuition near $1,282. Student demographics in federal data include Hispanic or Latino (58.3%) and White (27.5%) among the largest enrollment groups.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $1,282
- 2024 Average Net Price: $2,818 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: N/A Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 15,109 38.4% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 29.57%
- Carnegie Classification: Master's Colleges and Universities: Larger Programs
- First-Generation Students: 59.9%
- Tuition trend: In-state tuition decrease of 0.5% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Net price trend: Average net price increase of 67.9% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Full-Time Faculty: 46.8%
- Undergraduate Enrollment: 25,287
- Room & Board: $22,086 annual estimate
Modesto Junior College: what the data shows
Common questions about Modesto Junior College, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is Modesto Junior College?
Modesto Junior College is located in Modesto, CA (ZIP 95350-5800).
NCES locale classification: Suburb.
Is Modesto Junior College public or private?
Modesto Junior College is a Public institution.
How much does Modesto Junior College cost?
Published tuition: $1,282 in-state, $9,264 out-of-state.
Average net price after aid: $2,818.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $1,658 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $1,623 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $4,809 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $6,508 |
| $110,001+ | $8,681 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $5,128.
How big is Modesto Junior College?
Total enrollment: 15,109 students.
Undergraduate enrollment: 25,287 students.
About 38% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at Modesto Junior College?
150%-time completion rate: 29.57%.
First-year retention: 71.4%.
What do graduates of Modesto Junior College earn?
Median earnings: $34,568 six years after entry; $42,368 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
31.79% of students receive Pell grants.
What is Modesto Junior College known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- History and Language/Literature (315 completions)
- Biological and Physical Sciences (311 completions)
- Psychology, General (202 completions)
- Business Administration and Management, General (142 completions)
- Child Care Provider/Assistant (137 completions)
- Medical/Clinical Assistant (94 completions)
- Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies (92 completions)
- Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse (92 completions)
- Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide (76 completions)
- Veterinary/Animal Health Technology/Technician and Veterinary Assistant (67 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is Modesto Junior College a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show completion rate 29.57%; median earnings $42,368 at 10 years; net price $2,818. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Tuition & Cost
Tuition Costs
$1,282
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at Modesto Junior College was $1,282.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$2,818
2024 Value
In 2024 Modesto Junior College had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $2,818.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$11,272 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$2,818 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$5,128 4-Year In-State Tuition
$37,056 4-Year Out-of-State Tuition
$22,086 Room & Board (annual, on-campus estimate)
$1,062 Books & Supplies (annual estimate)
$24,430 Estimated Annual Sticker (tuition + room/board + books)
$97,720 Estimated 4-Year Sticker (before aid)
4-year total cost breakdown for Modesto Junior College.
Financial Aid by Income Level
31.79% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
0.30% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Loans
Financial aid distribution by income level.
Student Loan Default Rate
0.00%
3-year cohort default rate (College Scorecard)
The published 3-year cohort default rate for borrowers at Modesto Junior College was 0.00%.
Cohort default rates account for borrowers who default in the first three years.
Tuition tracker
Published tuition and average net price by reporting year come from the College Scorecard institution file. Values are not adjusted for inflation; missing cells mean the field was not reported or was suppressed for Modesto Junior College in that year.
Reporting years in the table below: 2013–2023 (Scorecard labels refer to the institutional submission cycle).
| Year | In-state tuition & fees | Out-of-state tuition & fees | Average net price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | $1,150 | $6,046 | $6,864 |
| 2014 | $1,150 | $6,406 | $7,545 |
| 2015 | $1,162 | $6,370 | $7,911 |
| 2016 | $1,162 | $6,658 | $8,485 |
| 2017 | $1,162 | $6,778 | $8,435 |
| 2018 | $1,166 | $7,358 | $7,454 |
| 2019 | $1,176 | $7,536 | $9,196 |
| 2020 | $1,270 | $7,538 | $11,267 |
| 2021 | $1,182 | $8,550 | $10,480 |
| 2022 | $1,276 | $7,308 | $6,060 |
| 2023 | $1,270 | $8,870 | $10,176 |
Sticker tuition and net price over time
Where the institution reported separate in-state and out-of-state tuition, both appear. Gaps mean the value was not reported for that year.
College Scorecard reporting-year fields (not inflation-adjusted).
Net price by family income
Brackets follow Scorecard definitions for the series shown (public vs private institution).
Latest income-band net prices available in the processed extract.
Acceptance Rate & 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 & Student Demographics
Modesto Junior College reported total enrollment of about 15,109 students in the latest College Scorecard extract. The student body is about 40% male and 60% female. Enrollment by race and ethnicity includes Hispanic or Latino (58.3%), White (27.5%), and Asian (6.1%). About 31.79% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants. Roughly 59.9% of students are first-generation college students.
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
38.4% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at Modesto Junior College in 2024 is 15,109 students.
Undergraduate enrollment is about 25,287 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
71.4%
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.
Enrollment by Race & Ethnicity
The largest enrollment share in our College Scorecard extract is Hispanic or Latino at 58.3%.
Shares are for total enrollment (undergraduate and graduate combined when reported).
College Scorecard student demographics.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
0.00% 100% Completion Time
29.57% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 0.00% of students graduating from Modesto Junior College completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
Completions by Sex (Top Programs)
- History and Language/Literature: 37% male / 63% female
- Biological and Physical Sciences: 19% male / 81% female
- Psychology, General: 20% male / 80% female
IPEDS completions by sex for the five largest programs (aggregate CIPs excluded).
Completions by Race & Ethnicity
Combined IPEDS award counts across reported programs; largest group: Hispanic or Latino.
Summed across program completion records in our extract.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for Modesto Junior College.
Return on Investment
$42,368 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
3658.69% Return on Investment
Financial value analysis for Modesto Junior College.
Top Programs by Completions
10 largest programs by IPEDS completions (of 93 reported codes; aggregate/unknown CIP buckets excluded).
1. History and Language/Literature: 315 completions
2. Biological and Physical Sciences: 311 completions
3. Psychology, General: 202 completions
4. Business Administration and Management, General: 142 completions
5. Child Care Provider/Assistant: 137 completions
6. Medical/Clinical Assistant: 94 completions
7. Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies: 92 completions
8. Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse: 92 completions
9. Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide: 76 completions
Most popular programs at Modesto Junior College.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for Modesto Junior College graduates.
Operations
Instructional staffing and expenditure indicators for Modesto Junior College from College Scorecard (not a full IPEDS finance statement).
Instructional Resources
- Full-time faculty share: 46.8%
- Average faculty salary (Scorecard): $10,951
- Instructional expenditure per FTE: $5,526
Endowment and detailed non-instructional staff counts require IPEDS Finance/HR surveys and are not in this extract.
Scorecard instructional metrics where reported.
About
Modesto Junior College is a public institution located in Modesto, CA, classified as Master's Colleges and Universities: Larger Programs. In the latest IPEDS completions in our extract, the largest programs by awards were History and Language/Literature, Biological and Physical Sciences, Psychology, General. Enrollment is approximately 15,109 students. Student body composition includes Hispanic or Latino (58.3%), White (27.5%), Asian (6.1%). The 150%-time completion rate is 29.57%. Approximately 31.79% of students receive Pell Grants. About 59.9% of students are first-generation college students.
Institution Type
Public
Carnegie Classification: Master's Colleges and Universities: Larger Programs
Location
Modesto, CA 95350-5800
Region: Far West
Insights and Analysis
Graduation Rate Considerations: The 29.57% graduation rate at Modesto Junior 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.
Diverse Program Offerings: With over 93 distinct degree programs, Modesto Junior College provides students with a wide range of academic options. This diversity allows students to explore various fields and find programs that align with their interests and career goals.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Modesto Junior College located?
Modesto Junior College is located in Modesto, CA.
How much does Modesto Junior College cost?
Reported tuition is $1,282 and average net price is $2,818 in the latest College Scorecard data. On-campus room and board is estimated at $22,086 annually.
What is the student body demographics at Modesto Junior College?
Modesto Junior College reports undergraduate enrollment of about 25,287 students, Hispanic or Latino (58.3%), White (27.5%) in federal College Scorecard data.
How many first-generation students attend Modesto Junior College?
About 59.9% of students at Modesto Junior College are first-generation college students.
What do graduates of Modesto Junior College earn?
Median earnings are $34,568 six years after entry and $42,368 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at Modesto Junior College?
The 150%-time completion rate is 29.6% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
Is Modesto Junior College public or private?
Modesto Junior College is a public institution located in Modesto, CA.
Is Modesto Junior College an HBCU?
No. Modesto Junior College is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is Modesto Junior College a tribal college?
No. Modesto Junior College is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Is Modesto Junior College a Hispanic-serving institution (HSI)?
By the common federal eligibility proxy used here (≥25% Hispanic enrollment in College Scorecard), yes—Modesto Junior College reports 58.3% Hispanic enrollment share.
Is Modesto Junior College religiously affiliated?
No religious affiliation is reported for Modesto Junior College in IPEDS institutional characteristics.
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
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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.