Jefferson Community College

Watertown, New York · Public, 2-year

At a glance

Average net price

$11,923

In-state, after aid

6-year graduation rate

27.8%

Admission rate

Not available

Undergrad size

1,499

In-state tuition

$6,264

Out-of-state tuition

$11,700

Cost of attendance

$19,286

Median earnings (10y)

$39,991

Admissions

SAT average
Not available
ACT midpoint
Not available
Retention
Not available
Locale
City

Programs breakdown

14 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by humanities & arts (38%), health (22%), business (17%).

  • STEM6%
  • Health22%
  • Business17%
  • Humanities & arts38%
  • Social sciences6%
  • Trades & services11%

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

23 specific majors with reported completions. Earnings shown are median annual earnings 1 year after graduation; debt is median student-loan debt at graduation.

MajorCredentialGradsMedian earningsMedian debt
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities.Associate's253$22,005$12,000
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.Associate's108$66,791$24,421
Business Administration, Management and Operations.Associate's90$23,304$11,173
Human Services, General.Associate's40
Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness.Associate's28
Criminal Justice and Corrections.Associate's26$28,080$12,620
Accounting and Related Services.Associate's22
Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions.Associate's15
Specialized Sales, Merchandising and Marketing Operations.Associate's14$21,309
Computer Engineering Technologies/Technicians.Associate's13
Agricultural Production Operations.Associate's12
Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services.Associate's12
Engineering, General.Associate's11
Legal Support Services.Associate's11
Computer Science.Associate's7
Health and Medical Administrative Services.Associate's7
Teaching Assistants/Aides.Undergraduate certificate6
Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions.Undergraduate certificate6
Business Operations Support and Assistant Services.Associate's6
Information Science/Studies.Associate's5
Fire Protection.Associate's5
Homeland Security.Associate's5
Community Organization and Advocacy.Associate's$13,805

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 Community College

Jefferson Community College is a mid-sized institution located in Watertown, New York, primarily awarding the associate degree. It enrolls roughly 1,499 undergraduate students in a city setting. The most popular fields of study include Liberal arts, Health professions, Business.

Cost & tuition

The average net price at Jefferson Community College — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $11,923 per year, which is moderately priced compared to other U.S. institutions. Sticker tuition runs $6,264 for in-state students and $11,700 for out-of-state students before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $19,286 annually.

Graduation & earnings outcomes

The 6-year graduation rate is 27.8%, a below-average completion outcome. Ten years after enrolling, the median graduate earns $39,991 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.

Programs & majors

Jefferson Community College confers degrees and certificates across 14 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Liberal arts, Health professions, Business. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by humanities & arts (38% of credentials), health (22% of credentials), business (17% 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 Watertown, New York (city), Jefferson Community College draws students from across New York 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 Community College

Q.How much does Jefferson Community College cost?

The average net price at Jefferson Community College is $11,923 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $19,286.

Q.What is the graduation rate at Jefferson Community College?

Jefferson Community College has a 6-year graduation rate of 27.8% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.

Q.How much do Jefferson Community College graduates earn?

Ten years after enrolling, the median Jefferson Community College graduate earns $39,991 per year.

Q.What is tuition at Jefferson Community College?

Published tuition is $6,264 in-state and $11,700 out-of-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.

Q.Where is Jefferson Community College located?

Jefferson Community College is located in Watertown, New York (ZIP 13601).

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 Community College at their official website.