JEFFERSON STATE COMMUNITY COLLEGE
www . jeffersonstate . edu
About : Jefferson State leads the way in providing excellence in education and value . Each year Jefferson State serves more than 13,000 students at campuses in Jefferson , Shelby , St . Clair , and Chilton Counties . Jefferson State offers more than 120 university transfer programs , 33 career programs , numerous certificate programs , and dual enrollment classes . A wide selection of online courses is also available to help students learn at their convenience . Go to www . jeffersonstate . edu and discover how you can " Find Your Place " at Jefferson State .
Number of Students : 13,544 ( 2020-2021 ) Average Class Size : 21 students
Academics : Approximately 60 percent of Jefferson State students transfer to a four-year university . Jefferson State offers many transfer , career , and professional programs . Career programs include nursing , culinary arts , manufacturing , EMS , physical therapy assistant , radiologic technology , veterinary technology , respiratory technology , welding , child development , funeral science , and much more .
Cost of Attendance :
In-State Tuition & Fees : $ 3,984 / year ($ 166 per credit hour )
Campus Life : Jefferson State offers award-winning student groups , organizations , honor societies , professional organizations , and athletics . Students can easily get involved on campus and discover the right organization for their development . Jefferson State also holds festive events throughout the year such as student formals , homecoming events , a 5K race , and much more .
Scholarships and Financial Aid :
Percentage of students receiving financial aid : 38 % Scholarship Deadline : March 1
Cool Factors :
• Two Jefferson State students , Hannah Combs and Frank Lee , were selected for the 2022 All-USA Academic Team which includes the nation ’ s top 20 college students .
• Jefferson State welding student , Payton Schmitt , was recently crowned “ National Welding Champion ” during Project MFG national competition .
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