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Average
Score: 45/100

Jackson State Community College

2-Year Public
📍 Jackson, Tennessee 38301
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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: 20%
Outcomes
D
35/100
Affordability
A
82/100
Resources
C
52/100
Experience
F
33/100
Prestige
F
23/100

Quick Stats

3,078
Total Enrollment
20%
Graduation Rate
44%
Retention Rate
22.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
$8,204
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near Jackson State Community College

39% of students live off-campus (not with family), creating consistent rental demand near campus. That's approximately 1,207 students who need housing.

Avg Home Value
$138,612
Avg Monthly Rent
$1,220
1-Year Change
+2.1%
For parents & investors

The Jackson State Community College Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $138,612
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,220/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 38301 (6.9% cap, Jackson)

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $4,224 $17,424

Financial Aid

96%
Receive Any Aid
60%
Receive Pell Grants
0%
Take Out Loans
$8,204
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$7,058
$30,001 - $48,000$6,869
$48,001 - $75,000$8,067
$75,001 - $110,000$10,143

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies 305 grads/yr Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 66 grads/yr Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic) 37 grads/yr Engineering Technologies/Technicians, General 34 grads/yr Medical Insurance Coding Specialist/Coder 31 grads/yr Information Technology 20 grads/yr Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences, Other 16 grads/yr Medical Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiation Therapist 16 grads/yr Physical Therapy Assistant 16 grads/yr Business Administration and Management, General 14 grads/yr Occupational Therapist Assistant 13 grads/yr Medical/Clinical Assistant 12 grads/yr Respiratory Care Therapy/Therapist 12 grads/yr Clinical/Medical Laboratory Technician 8 grads/yr Education, General 4 grads/yr Child Development 2 grads/yr Corrections and Criminal Justice, Other 1 grads/yr Criminal Justice/Safety Studies 1 grads/yr Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide 1 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Jackson State 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
Health specialties teachers, postsecondary
$106k/yr 289,600 jobs
Paramedics
$58k/yr 101,900 jobs
Emergency medical technicians
$41k/yr 181,000 jobs
Aerospace engineering and operations technologists and technicians
$80k/yr 9,300 jobs
Electrical and electronic engineering technologists and technicians
$77k/yr 93,700 jobs

Student Demographics

3,078
Total Students
69%
Women
52%
Traditional Age (18-24)
39%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 67%
Hispanic 4%
Black 21%
Asian 1%
Two or More 4%

🏠 Living Arrangements

Off-Campus (Renters) 39%
With Family 61%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~1,207 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 31%
Hybrid (Some Online) 28%
Fully Online 41%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 52%
25-64 (Adult) 23%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Jackson State 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 Jackson State Community College?
Tuition at Jackson State Community College is $4,224 for in-state students and $17,424 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $8,204.
What is the graduation rate at Jackson State Community College?
The graduation rate at Jackson State Community College is 20%. This graduation rate is low, which may reflect the institution's student population, program types, or other factors worth investigating.
Is Jackson State Community College a good school?
Jackson State Community College has a Repit College Score of 45/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (D): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (A): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (F): 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 State Community College?
Jackson State Community College has a total enrollment of 3,078 students.
Is there rental demand near Jackson State Community College?
Yes! Approximately 39% of students at Jackson State Community College live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 1,207 students who need rental housing near campus. This represents significant rental demand, which affects housing availability and pricing in the Jackson area.

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