Jefferson College
Tel:
(636) 797-3000
- Jefferson College is a student-centered comprehensive community college, committed to providing an accessible, quality college experience as it strives to meet the diverse needs of the students and the community. Superior teaching and services foster a supportive learning environment, which promotes intellectual, social, and personal growth. A strong general education curriculum, college transfer and technical programs, personal enrichment courses, and on-campus experiences prepare students to succeed in their careers, further their education, and prosper in a diverse world. Jefferson College’s ongoing assessment of students, programs and services assures that it is a responsive and progressive community college.
School Highlights
Jefferson College serves 4,196 students (45% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the state community college average of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the state average of 40%.
Top Rankings
Jefferson College ranks among the top 20% of community colleges in Missouri for:
- Category Attribute
- Affordability Least expensive tuition
School Overview
The teacher population of 329 teachers has grown by 82% over five years.
Jefferson College | (MO) Community College Avg. | |
Carnegie Classification | Associate's Colleges: Mixed Transfer/Vocational & Technical-High Traditional | Associate's--Public Urban-serving Multicampus |
Institution Level | At least 2 but less than 4 years | At least 2 but less than 4 years |
Institution Control | Public | Public |
Total Faculty | 329 staff | 102 staff |
School Calendar | Link to School Calendar |
Source: 2020 (or latest year available) IPEDS
School Notes
- Each year Jefferson College graduates transfer successfully to many four-year colleges and universities to complete their Bachelor's degree. By completing their general education requirements at Jefferson College, these students enter the four-year institution at Junior standing. It's a great way to save money while preparing yourself academically. Jefferson College enrolls more than 4000 students each year in college credit courses. More than 10,000 students take part in credit and Extended Learning offerings annually. Jefferson College is accredited by the Commission on Institutions of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools. Jefferson College offers numerous programs in the "high tech" fields that are in high demand. These programs are designed to get you into the workforce in two years or less. Our Career & Technical Education graduates have experienced an average job placement rate of 97%, with starting salaries that rivaled or surpassed starting salaries of Bachelor degree graduates. Jefferson College sports teams compete annually at the national level. Four-year educational institutions recruit Jefferson College athletes because of their athletic and academic abilities. Women's athletic programs include volleyball and basketball. The men's athletic programs include baseball and tennis. Jefferson College is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission (formerly known as the Commission on Institutions of Higher Education of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools).
Nearby Schools
The nearest community college to Jefferson College is Midwest Institute (20.2 miles away).
- College Location Mi. Students
- Midwest InstitutePublic269 students | 20.20 Mi2 Soccer Park Drive
Fenton, MO 63026
(314) 344-4440 20.20269 - St Louis College of Health Careers-FentonPrivate for-profit470 students | 20.20 Mi1297 North Highway Drive
Fenton, MO 63026
(636) 529-0000 20.20470 - 1,530 students | 22.40 Mi2645 Generations Dr
Wildwood, MO 63040
(636) 422-2000 22.401,530 - 11,439 students | 22.60 Mi11333 Big Bend Blvd
Saint Louis, MO 63122
(314) 984-7500 22.6011,439 - 2,649 students | 25.20 Mi1964 Prairie Dell Rd
Union, MO 63084
(636) 584-6500 25.202,649
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