C
Average
Score: 53/100

Jackson College

4-Year Public
📍 Jackson, Michigan 49201
ℹ️
Rating Context: ⚠️ Limited Data Available. Some metrics for this institution are incomplete or unavailable, which may affect the overall grade. Consider researching this school directly for the most current information.

Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (D) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 17%
Outcomes
D
44/100
Affordability
B
72/100
Resources
C+
63/100
Experience
B
67/100
Prestige
F
23/100

Quick Stats

4,975
Total Enrollment
17%
Graduation Rate
N/A
Retention Rate
15.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
$8,361
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near Jackson College

13% of students live off-campus (not with family), creating consistent rental demand near campus. That's approximately 662 students who need housing.

Avg Home Value
$254,637
Avg Monthly Rent
$1,105
1-Year Change
+4.8%
For parents & investors

The Jackson College Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $254,637
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,105/mo — vs ~$628/mo campus room rate

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🏆 Where Jackson College Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

#6
Social Psychology
of 6 schools
#17
Industrial and Product Design
of 18 schools
#27
Physical Sciences, General
of 30 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $6,270 $8,310
Room $5,650
Board $5,660
Total Cost (On-Campus) $22,837 $24,877

Financial Aid

85%
Receive Any Aid
51%
Receive Pell Grants
29%
Take Out Loans
$8,361
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$5,242
$30,001 - $48,000$4,763
$48,001 - $75,000$9,595
$75,001 - $110,000$13,553
$110,001+$13,286

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

General Studies 1,233 grads/yr Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies 129 grads/yr Business Administration and Management, General 123 grads/yr Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General 53 grads/yr Electrician 44 grads/yr Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 40 grads/yr Industrial and Product Design 37 grads/yr Physical Sciences, General 35 grads/yr Social Psychology 32 grads/yr Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications 23 grads/yr Diagnostic Medical Sonography/Sonographer and Ultrasound Technician 19 grads/yr Entrepreneurship/Entrepreneurial Studies 19 grads/yr Medical Insurance Specialist/Medical Biller 19 grads/yr Electrocardiograph Technology/Technician 17 grads/yr Manufacturing Engineering Technology/Technician 17 grads/yr Medical/Clinical Assistant 16 grads/yr Cardiovascular Technology/Technologist 15 grads/yr Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiographer 15 grads/yr Industrial Production Technologies/Technicians, Other 15 grads/yr Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic) 14 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Jackson College's top programs commonly pursue.

Postsecondary teachers, all other
$78k/yr 183,400 jobs
Chief executives
$206k/yr 309,400 jobs
Compensation and benefits managers
$140k/yr 20,900 jobs
Human resources managers
$140k/yr 221,900 jobs
Sales managers
$138k/yr 619,500 jobs
Managers, all other
$137k/yr 1,333,700 jobs
Training and development managers
$127k/yr 46,400 jobs
Industrial production managers
$121k/yr 241,900 jobs

Student Demographics

4,975
Total Students
60%
Women
43%
Traditional Age (18-24)
13%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 66%
Hispanic 6%
Black 12%
Asian 1%
Two or More 4%

🏠 Living Arrangements

On Campus 49%
Off-Campus (Renters) 13%
With Family 38%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~662 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 24%
Hybrid (Some Online) 21%
Fully Online 55%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 43%
25-64 (Adult) 35%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Jackson College?
Acceptance rate data is not available for this institution. Many schools with open enrollment or specialized programs do not report traditional acceptance rates.
How much does it cost to attend Jackson College?
Tuition at Jackson College is $6,270 for in-state students and $8,310 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $8,361.
What is the graduation rate at Jackson College?
The graduation rate at Jackson College is 17%. This graduation rate is low, which may reflect the institution's student population, program types, or other factors worth investigating.
Is Jackson College a good school?
Jackson College has a Repit College Score of 53/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (D): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (B): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (B): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (F): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend Jackson College?
Jackson College has a total enrollment of 4,975 students.
Is there rental demand near Jackson College?
Yes! Approximately 13% of students at Jackson College live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 662 students who need rental housing near campus.

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: September 2026 | Methodology