At a glance
Average net price
$7,378
In-state, after aid
6-year graduation rate
38.3%
Admission rate
Not available
Undergrad size
2,552
In-state tuition
$5,250
Out-of-state tuition
$8,850
Cost of attendance
$13,572
Median earnings (10y)
$40,782
Admissions
- SAT average
- Not available
- ACT midpoint
- Not available
- Retention
- Not available
- Locale
- Rural
Programs breakdown
15 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by humanities & arts (48%), health (25%), trades & services (13%).
- STEM5%
- Health25%
- Business4%
- Humanities & arts48%
- Social sciences6%
- Trades & services13%
- Liberal arts45.4%~1,157 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Health professions24.5%~625 students/yr · HealthCompare schools
- Education5.0%~127 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~117 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Business3.8%~97 students/yr · BusinessCompare schools
- ~84 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Agriculture2.8%~70 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~64 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~57 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Computer science1.6%~40 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~40 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Engineering1.3%~33 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~17 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Engineering tech0.5%~13 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~10 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
Share of all degrees and certificates awarded in each broad CIP-2 program area (U.S. Department of Education, latest reporting year). Estimated students/yr = share × undergrad size.
Specific majors offered
25 specific majors with reported completions. Earnings shown are median annual earnings 1 year after graduation; debt is median student-loan debt at graduation.
| Major | Credential | Grads | Median earnings | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | Associate's | 664 | $24,132 | $8,250 |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants. | Undergraduate certificate | 92 | — | — |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Undergraduate certificate | 87 | — | — |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Associate's | 86 | $55,450 | $22,554 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Associate's | 60 | — | — |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Associate's | 49 | $48,969 | $7,250 |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR). | Undergraduate certificate | 45 | — | — |
| Business/Commerce, General. | Associate's | 33 | $26,887 | — |
| Veterinary/Animal Health Technologies/Technicians. | Associate's | 29 | — | — |
| Precision Metal Working. | Associate's | 29 | — | — |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Associate's | 28 | $42,645 | — |
| Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications. | Associate's | 23 | — | — |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services. | Associate's | 22 | $28,993 | $16,600 |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR). | Associate's | 20 | — | — |
| Engineering, General. | Associate's | 19 | — | — |
| Precision Metal Working. | Undergraduate certificate | 19 | — | — |
| Fine and Studio Arts. | Associate's | 19 | — | — |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services. | Associate's | 17 | — | — |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Undergraduate certificate | 15 | — | — |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians. | Associate's | 13 | — | — |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Associate's | 13 | — | — |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services. | Associate's | 9 | — | — |
| Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services. | Associate's | 8 | — | — |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians. | Undergraduate certificate | 8 | — | — |
| Industrial Production Technologies/Technicians. | Associate's | 5 | — | — |
Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard Field of Study. Earnings cover graduates who received federal financial aid and are working / not enrolled. Cells marked "—" are not reported or were suppressed for privacy.
About Jefferson College
Jefferson College is a mid-sized institution located in Hillsboro, Missouri, primarily awarding the associate degree. It enrolls roughly 2,552 undergraduate students in a rural setting. The most popular fields of study include Liberal arts, Health professions, Education.
Cost & tuition
The average net price at Jefferson College — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $7,378 per year, which is very affordable compared to other U.S. institutions. Sticker tuition runs $5,250 for in-state students and $8,850 for out-of-state students before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $13,572 annually.
Graduation & earnings outcomes
The 6-year graduation rate is 38.3%, a average completion outcome. Ten years after enrolling, the median graduate earns $40,782 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.
Programs & majors
Jefferson College confers degrees and certificates across 15 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Liberal arts, Health professions, Education. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by humanities & arts (48% of credentials), health (25% of credentials), trades & services (14% of credentials), which gives a quick read on the school's overall academic profile. Use the programs breakdown below to see every reported area, an estimated number of students per program per year, and links to compare other U.S. colleges in the same field.
Admissions
Admission rate data is not reported for this institution, which is typical for open-admission community and trade schools.
Location & campus
Set in Hillsboro, Missouri (rural), Jefferson College draws students from across Missouri and beyond. Prospective students often weigh proximity, cost of living, and local industry demand when choosing between schools in this area.
Frequently asked questions about Jefferson College
Q.How much does Jefferson College cost?
The average net price at Jefferson College is $7,378 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $13,572.
Q.What is the graduation rate at Jefferson College?
Jefferson College has a 6-year graduation rate of 38.3% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
Q.How much do Jefferson College graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, the median Jefferson College graduate earns $40,782 per year.
Q.What is tuition at Jefferson College?
Published tuition is $5,250 in-state and $8,850 out-of-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.
Q.Where is Jefferson College located?
Jefferson College is located in Hillsboro, Missouri (ZIP 63050).
Data on this page comes from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard and IPEDS, the federal sources colleges are required to report to. Net price, graduation rate, and earnings figures reflect the latest available federal release. Always verify current tuition and program availability directly with Jefferson College at their official website.