At a glance
Average net price
$1,672
In-state, after aid
6-year graduation rate
20.5%
Admission rate
Not available
Undergrad size
9,306
In-state tuition
$4,530
Out-of-state tuition
$13,800
Cost of attendance
$9,452
Median earnings (10y)
$42,889
Admissions
- SAT average
- Not available
- ACT midpoint
- Not available
- Retention
- Not available
- Locale
- Suburb
Programs breakdown
19 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by humanities & arts (26%), trades & services (23%), health (21%).
- STEM13%
- Health21%
- Business14%
- Humanities & arts26%
- Social sciences4%
- Trades & services23%
- Health professions20.6%~1,920 students/yr · HealthCompare schools
- Liberal arts20.1%~1,872 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Business13.5%~1,257 students/yr · BusinessCompare schools
- Mechanic & repair12.7%~1,182 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Computer science11.1%~1,031 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Agriculture4.3%~401 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~355 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~265 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~248 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Engineering tech1.9%~178 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~129 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~121 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~97 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~93 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~78 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Legal0.3%~30 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Architecture0.3%~27 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Library science0.2%~15 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Education0.1%~6 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare 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
40 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 | 1,257 | $25,875 | $8,250 |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants. | Undergraduate certificate | 454 | — | $12,305 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Undergraduate certificate | 355 | — | — |
| Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications. | Undergraduate certificate | 284 | — | — |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians. | Undergraduate certificate | 284 | — | — |
| Biological and Physical Sciences. | Associate's | 254 | $26,313 | $6,500 |
| Precision Metal Working. | Undergraduate certificate | 187 | — | — |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Associate's | 184 | $55,455 | $18,617 |
| Electromechanical Technologies/Technicians. | Undergraduate certificate | 172 | — | — |
| Electrical/Electronics Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians. | Undergraduate certificate | 151 | — | — |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services. | Undergraduate certificate | 147 | — | — |
| Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management. | Undergraduate certificate | 115 | — | — |
| Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services. | Undergraduate certificate | 113 | — | — |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Associate's | 87 | $47,430 | $12,355 |
| Heavy/Industrial Equipment Maintenance Technologies/Technicians. | Undergraduate certificate | 82 | — | — |
| Construction Management. | Undergraduate certificate | 80 | — | — |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services. | Associate's | 74 | $22,926 | $16,375 |
| Veterinary/Animal Health Technologies/Technicians. | Associate's | 67 | — | $9,562 |
| Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications. | Associate's | 61 | — | — |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services. | Undergraduate certificate | 56 | — | — |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Associate's | 53 | — | — |
| Computer Software and Media Applications. | Undergraduate certificate | 47 | — | — |
| Human Resources Management and Services. | Undergraduate certificate | 44 | — | — |
| Electrical/Electronics Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians. | Associate's | 40 | — | — |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians. | Associate's | 38 | — | — |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Associate's | 37 | — | — |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services. | Associate's | 35 | $29,977 | — |
| Entrepreneurial and Small Business Operations. | Undergraduate certificate | 35 | — | — |
| Human Services, General. | Associate's | 33 | — | — |
| Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services. | Associate's | 32 | — | — |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services. | Undergraduate certificate | 30 | — | — |
| Graphic Communications. | Undergraduate certificate | 29 | — | — |
| Graphic Communications. | Associate's | 29 | — | — |
| Heavy/Industrial Equipment Maintenance Technologies/Technicians. | Associate's | 29 | — | — |
| Design and Applied Arts. | Associate's | 28 | — | — |
| Computer Programming. | Associate's | 27 | — | — |
| Industrial Production Technologies/Technicians. | Undergraduate certificate | 27 | — | — |
| Fire Protection. | Associate's | 27 | — | — |
| Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management. | Associate's | 26 | — | — |
| Applied Horticulture and Horticultural Business Services. | Associate's | 23 | — | — |
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 Joliet Junior College
Joliet Junior College is a large institution located in Joliet, Illinois, primarily awarding the certificate. It enrolls roughly 9,306 undergraduate students in a suburb setting. The most popular fields of study include Health professions, Liberal arts, Business.
Cost & tuition
The average net price at Joliet Junior College — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $1,672 per year, which is very affordable compared to other U.S. institutions. Sticker tuition runs $4,530 for in-state students and $13,800 for out-of-state students before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $9,452 annually.
Graduation & earnings outcomes
The 6-year graduation rate is 20.5%, a below-average completion outcome. Ten years after enrolling, the median graduate earns $42,889 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.
Programs & majors
Joliet Junior College confers degrees and certificates across 19 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Health professions, Liberal arts, Business. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by humanities & arts (26% of credentials), trades & services (23% of credentials), health (21% 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 Joliet, Illinois (suburb), Joliet Junior College draws students from across Illinois 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 Joliet Junior College
Q.How much does Joliet Junior College cost?
The average net price at Joliet Junior College is $1,672 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $9,452.
Q.What is the graduation rate at Joliet Junior College?
Joliet Junior College has a 6-year graduation rate of 20.5% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
Q.How much do Joliet Junior College graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, the median Joliet Junior College graduate earns $42,889 per year.
Q.What is tuition at Joliet Junior College?
Published tuition is $4,530 in-state and $13,800 out-of-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.
Q.Where is Joliet Junior College located?
Joliet Junior College is located in Joliet, Illinois (ZIP 60431).
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 Joliet Junior College at their official website.