As the state's largest two-year, comprehensive community and technical college, Jefferson offers a wide-range of programs and services to meet your needs wherever you are in life. Jefferson is committed to serving students through outstanding faculty, small classes, flexible schedules and e Learning programs, and a challenging learning environment. We also offer numerous opportunities to students, faculty, staff and the community for professional and cultural enrichment.
School Highlights
Jefferson Community and Technical College serves 12,560 students (24% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the state community college average of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the state average of 22%.
Quick Stats (2022-23)
Enrollment: 12,560 students
In-state tuition: $3,704
Out-state tuition: $12,536
Student:teacher ratio: 23:1
Minority enrollment: 43%
Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
The student population of Jefferson Community and Technical College has declined by 7% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 has decreased from 32:1 over five years.
The Jefferson Community and Technical College diversity score of 0.62 is more than the state average of 0.38. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
12,560 students
3,458 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
15:1
# Full-Time Students
3,060 students
1,264 students
# Part-Time Students
9,500 students
2,194 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
407 students
% Asian
4%
2%
% Hispanic
10%
5%
% Black
21%
9%
% White
57%
78%
% Two or more races
4%
3%
% Unknown races
4%
3%
Diversity Score
0.62
0.38
College Completion Rate
17%
35%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$29,400
$29,400
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $3,704 is more than the state average of $3,629. The in-state tuition has declined by 7% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $12,536 is more than the state average of $12,449. The out-state tuition has declined by 6% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$3,704
$3,629
Out-State Tuition Fees
$12,536
$12,449
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
92%
98%
Median Debt for Graduates
$13,948
$12,168
Median Debt for Dropouts
$6,264
$6,250
Acceptance Rate
n/a
87%
Source: 2020 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
School Notes
Jefferson Community College, founded in 1968 in downtown Louisville
with expansion to locations in southwest Jefferson County, Carroll
County, and Shelby County, is the largest public, comprehensive
community college under the governance of the Kentucky Community
and Technical College System (KCTCS). As a member of the KCTCS
Jefferson District, which includes Jefferson Community College and
Jefferson Technical College, the College is committed to providing
access to educational services and lifelong learning opportunities
and to promoting economic growth and development. The College also
offers access to distance learning programs through Kentucky
Virtual University (KYVU) and other providers. Through these
programs and courses, Jefferson Community College awards associate
degrees, certificates and continuing education units consistent
with the comprehensive nature of the institution. In addition,
student and academic support services are designed to help students
accomplish academic and career goals. The college offers associate
degrees, pre-baccalaureate education, diploma and certificate
programs in occupational fields; adult, continuing and
developmental education; customized training for business and
industry; and distance learning.
No matter where you choose to go to college you'll have to take some kind of standardized test. The GRE is often required for graduate programs, but it may also benefit your community college application.
Education becomes more expensive with each passing year so it is important to make smart use of your student loans and to minimize your debt while you are in school whenever possible.
Quick Stats (2022-23)
Enrollment: 12,560 students
In-state tuition: $3,704
Out-state tuition: $12,536
Student:teacher ratio: 23:1
Minority enrollment: 43%
Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Jefferson County, KY community colleges have a diversity score of 0.58, which is lower than the national average of 0.71. The most diverse community college in Jefferson County, KY is ATA College. Read more about community college diversity statistics in the USA.
