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 12,196 students (26% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the state community college average of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the state average of 19%.
Quick Stats (2023)
Enrollment: 12,196 students
In-state tuition: $3,704
Out-state tuition: $12,536
Student:teacher ratio: 22:1
Minority enrollment: 32%
Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
The student population of Jefferson Community and Technical College has stayed relatively flat over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 has decreased from 23:1 over five years.
The Jefferson Community and Technical College diversity score of 0.51 is more than the state average of 0.33. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
12,196 students
2,541 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
14:1
# Full-Time Students
3,131 students
1,129 students
# Part-Time Students
9,065 students
1,501 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
643 students
253 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
3,131 students
1,129 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
39 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
9,065 students
1,501 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
167 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
407 students
% Asian
3%
2%
% Hispanic
8%
5%
% Black
14%
8%
% White
68%
81%
% Two or more races
4%
3%
% Unknown races
2%
1%
Diversity Score
0.51
0.33
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
5.6%
2.21%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
0.39%
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 10% 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 9% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$3,704
$3,629
Out-State Tuition Fees
$12,536
$12,449
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
94%
97%
Median Debt for Graduates
$12,241
$11,279
Median Debt for Dropouts
$5,879
$5,953
Acceptance Rate
n/a
80%
Source: 2021 (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.
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Quick Stats (2023)
Enrollment: 12,196 students
In-state tuition: $3,704
Out-state tuition: $12,536
Student:teacher ratio: 22:1
Minority enrollment: 32%
Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
For Kentucky public community colleges, the average tuition is approximately $3,629 per year for in-state students and $12,449 for out-of-state students. For private community colleges, the average yearly tuition is approximately $14,418 per year. Read more about average community college tuition costs across the country.
