Jefferson State Community College

Jefferson State Community College Overview

Jefferson State Community College is a public, state school in a suburban setting in Birmingham, Alabama. Jefferson State was founded in 1965 and the school currently enrolls around 8,519 students per year, which includes 8,519 undergraduates.

There are many ways for students to get involved at Jefferson State!

Love music or performing? Sing in a chorus

Jefferson State does not have any fraternities or sororities, do it might be a good option if Greek life isn't a priority for you.

Planning to play sports? Jefferson State has many options for athletes. See them all and learn more about life at Jefferson State on the Student Life page.

2022 Jefferson State Facts At-A-Glance
Academic Calendar	Semester
Early Decision Acceptance Rate	ED not offered
Early Action Acceptance Rate	EA not offered
Average GPA	3.0
In-State Tuition	$3,984
Out-of-State	$9,840

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Is Jefferson State a Good School?

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Different people have different ideas about what makes a "good" school. Some factors that can help you determine what a good school for you might be include admissions criteria, acceptance rate, tuition costs, and more.

Let's take a look at these areas to get a better idea of what Jefferson State offers and if the college could be the right college for you.

Retention and Graduation Rates at Jefferson State

Retention refers to the number of students that stay enrolled at a school over time. It gauges how satisfied students are with their school experience, and if they have the support necessary to succeed in college.

Approximately 51% of first-year, full-time undergrads who start at Jefferson Statereturn for the next year. The average six-year graduation rate for U.S. colleges and universities is 61% for public schools, and 67% for private, non-profit schools.

Job Outlook Jefferson State Graduates

Job placement stats are a good resource for understanding the value of a degree from Jefferson State by providing a look on how job placement has gone for other grads.

Check with Jefferson State directly, for information on any information on starting salaries for recent grads.

Jefferson State's Endowment

An endowment is the total value of a school's investments, donations, and assets. Endowment is not necessarily an indicator of the quality of a school, but it can give you a sense of how much money a college can afford to invest in expanding programs, improving facilities, and support students.

Jefferson State's endowment was valued at $1.3 million in 2022, compared to a national average of $905 million. The school spends $2,101 for each full-time student enrolled.

Tuition and Financial Aid at Jefferson State

Cost is another important factor when choose a college. Some colleges may have high tuition, but do a better job at meeting students' financial need.

For information on Jefferson State's financial aid options for first-year students, check with the school directly.

The 2023-2024 FAFSA Opened on October 1st, 2022

Some aid is available on a first-come, first-served basis, so fill out the FAFSA as soon as you can. Visit the FAFSA website to apply for student aid. Remember, the first F in FAFSA stands for FREE! You should never have to pay to submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), so be very wary of anyone asking you for money.

Learn more about Tuition and Financial Aid at Jefferson State.

Based on this information, is Jefferson State the school for you? Remember, a school that is perfect for one person may be a terrible fit for someone else! So ask yourself: Is Jefferson State a good school for you?

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Where is Jefferson State Community College Located?

Jefferson State is located in the suburban setting of Birmingham, Alabama, in the suburbs of Birmingham.

If you would like to see Jefferson State for yourself, plan a visit. The best way to reach campus is to take State Highway 79 to Birmingham, or book a flight to the nearest airport, Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International.

You can also take a virtual campus tour to get a sense of what Jefferson State and Birmingham are like without leaving home.

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