Modesto Junior College

Modesto, California · Public, 4-year

At a glance

Average net price

$2,818

In-state, after aid

6-year graduation rate

29.6%

Admission rate

Not available

Undergrad size

15,109

In-state tuition

$1,282

Out-of-state tuition

$9,264

Cost of attendance

$11,487

Median earnings (10y)

$42,368

Admissions

SAT average
Not available
ACT midpoint
Not available
Retention
71.4%
Locale
City

Programs breakdown

26 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by humanities & arts (33%), trades & services (19%), social sciences (19%).

  • STEM5%
  • Health13%
  • Business12%
  • Humanities & arts33%
  • Social sciences19%
  • Trades & services19%

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.

MajorCredentialGradsMedian earningsMedian debt
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities.Associate's779$20,507$7,373
Biological and Physical Sciences.Associate's698$20,526$9,036
Business Administration, Management and Operations.Associate's410
Psychology, General.Associate's371$6,757
Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services.Undergraduate certificate306$9,136
Criminal Justice and Corrections.Associate's203
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities.Undergraduate certificate192$7,065
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.Associate's184$86,715$11,279
Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services.Associate's181
Sociology.Associate's150
Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General.Associate's118
Fine and Studio Arts.Associate's109
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services.Undergraduate certificate102
Real Estate.Undergraduate certificate91
English Language and Literature, General.Associate's84
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services.Associate's81
Precision Metal Working.Undergraduate certificate78
Agricultural Production Operations.Associate's76
Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness.Associate's71
History.Associate's71
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians.Undergraduate certificate69
Business Operations Support and Assistant Services.Undergraduate certificate69
Veterinary/Animal Health Technologies/Technicians.Undergraduate certificate66
Communication and Media Studies.Associate's62
Fire Protection.Undergraduate certificate60
Agricultural Business and Management.Associate's58
Computer Science.Associate's58
Computer Software and Media Applications.Associate's57
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions.Associate's52$43,799
Veterinary/Animal Health Technologies/Technicians.Associate's47
Political Science and Government.Associate's43
Accounting and Related Services.Associate's37
Mathematics.Associate's36
Fire Protection.Associate's36
Human Services, General.Associate's36
Agricultural Mechanization.Undergraduate certificate33
Communication and Media Studies.Undergraduate certificate33
Real Estate.Associate's30
Electrical/Electronics Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians.Associate's29
Electrical/Electronics Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians.Undergraduate certificate27

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 Modesto Junior College

Modesto Junior College is a very large institution located in Modesto, California, primarily awarding the associate degree. It enrolls roughly 15,109 undergraduate students in a city setting. The most popular fields of study include Interdisciplinary, Health professions, Business.

Cost & tuition

The average net price at Modesto Junior College — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $2,818 per year, which is very affordable compared to other U.S. institutions. Sticker tuition runs $1,282 for in-state students and $9,264 for out-of-state students before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $11,487 annually.

Graduation & earnings outcomes

The 6-year graduation rate is 29.6%, a below-average completion outcome. 71.4% of first-time students return for a second year, a useful proxy for student satisfaction and academic fit. Ten years after enrolling, the median graduate earns $42,368 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.

Programs & majors

Modesto Junior College confers degrees and certificates across 26 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Interdisciplinary, Health professions, Business. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by humanities & arts (33% of credentials), trades & services (19% of credentials), social sciences (19% 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 Modesto, California (city), Modesto Junior College draws students from across California 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 Modesto Junior College

Q.How much does Modesto Junior College cost?

The average net price at Modesto Junior College is $2,818 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $11,487.

Q.What is the graduation rate at Modesto Junior College?

Modesto Junior College has a 6-year graduation rate of 29.6% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.

Q.How much do Modesto Junior College graduates earn?

Ten years after enrolling, the median Modesto Junior College graduate earns $42,368 per year.

Q.What is tuition at Modesto Junior College?

Published tuition is $1,282 in-state and $9,264 out-of-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.

Q.Where is Modesto Junior College located?

Modesto Junior College is located in Modesto, California (ZIP 95350).

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 Modesto Junior College at their official website.