C
Average
Score: 50/100

Jefferson Community College

2-Year Public
📍 Watertown, New York 13601
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: 26%
Outcomes
D
42/100
Affordability
B
69/100
Resources
C+
58/100
Experience
C+
64/100
Prestige
F
23/100

Quick Stats

2,252
Total Enrollment
26%
Graduation Rate
58%
Retention Rate
18.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
$10,487
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near Jefferson Community College

28% of students live off-campus (not with family), creating consistent rental demand near campus. That's approximately 631 students who need housing.

Avg Home Value
$206,279
Avg Monthly Rent
$1,578
1-Year Change
+6.4%
For parents & investors

The Jefferson Community College Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $206,279
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,578/mo — vs ~$858/mo campus room rate
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 13601 (6.0% cap, Watertown)

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $5,304 $5,304
Room $7,724
Board $6,300
Total Cost (On-Campus) $23,372 $23,372

Financial Aid

80%
Receive Any Aid
51%
Receive Pell Grants
34%
Take Out Loans
$10,487
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$8,156
$30,001 - $48,000$9,870
$48,001 - $75,000$13,190
$75,001 - $110,000$15,247
$110,001+$16,596

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Humanities/Humanistic Studies 69 grads/yr Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 66 grads/yr Business Administration and Management, General 41 grads/yr General Studies 33 grads/yr Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies 19 grads/yr Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration 12 grads/yr Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities, Other 12 grads/yr Engineering, General 10 grads/yr Human Services, General 10 grads/yr Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness, General 9 grads/yr Business/Commerce, General 8 grads/yr Substance Abuse/Addiction Counseling 7 grads/yr Accounting Technology/Technician and Bookkeeping 6 grads/yr Computer Science 6 grads/yr Sport and Fitness Administration/Management 5 grads/yr Animal/Livestock Husbandry and Production 5 grads/yr Tourism Promotion Operations 5 grads/yr Fire Systems Technology 4 grads/yr Computer/Computer Systems Technology/Technician 4 grads/yr Legal Assistant/Paralegal 4 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

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

Postsecondary teachers, all other
$78k/yr 183,400 jobs
Registered nurses
$94k/yr 3,391,000 jobs
Nursing instructors and teachers, postsecondary
$80k/yr 91,600 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

Student Demographics

2,252
Total Students
61%
Women
43%
Traditional Age (18-24)
28%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 65%
Hispanic 8%
Black 7%
Asian 2%
Two or More 3%
Non-Resident 1%

🏠 Living Arrangements

On Campus 23%
Off-Campus (Renters) 28%
With Family 49%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~631 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 48%
Hybrid (Some Online) 38%
Fully Online 14%

📊 Age Distribution

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Jefferson Community 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 Jefferson Community College?
Tuition at Jefferson Community College is $5,304 for in-state students and $5,304 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $10,487.
What is the graduation rate at Jefferson Community College?
The graduation rate at Jefferson Community College is 26%. This graduation rate is low, which may reflect the institution's student population, program types, or other factors worth investigating.
Is Jefferson Community College a good school?
Jefferson Community College has a Repit College Score of 50/100 (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 (C+): 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 Jefferson Community College?
Jefferson Community College has a total enrollment of 2,252 students.
Is there rental demand near Jefferson Community College?
Yes! Approximately 28% of students at Jefferson Community College live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 631 students who need rental housing near campus. This represents significant rental demand, which affects housing availability and pricing in the Watertown area.

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