Is Jackson State Community College worth it?
Jackson State Community College is a public, two-year institution in Jackson, Tennessee (small city). It awarded 609 degrees and certificates in 2024, most often in liberal arts and sciences, registered nursing and emergency medical technology.
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Federal context for Jackson State Community College
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Median earnings 1 year after
$42,560
Median earnings 4 years after
$48,313
Median earnings 10 years after
$35,224
Average net price
$6,236
Completion rate
26%
Completions (2024)
609
Years to pay back
under 1 year
Students (undergrad)
2,511
Median earnings after completing, by program
| Program | Credential | Median earnings, 1yr | Median earnings, 4yr | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities | Associate | $27,378 | $37,533 | 120 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing | Associate | $66,385 | $66,081 | 94 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate | $38,867 | $50,670 | 45 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate | $48,919 | $58,296 | 30 |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General | Associate | $30,258 | $46,687 | 29 |
| Engineering Technologies/Technicians, General | Associate | $61,123 | $76,859 | 26 |
| Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences, Other | Associate | $26,242 | N/A | 17 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | Associate | $32,334 | N/A | 16 |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General | Undergraduate certificate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Education, General | Associate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Industrial Production Technologies/Technicians | Associate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services | Undergraduate certificate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities | Undergraduate certificate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, General | Associate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections | Undergraduate certificate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Source: College Scorecard, June 2026 release, and IPEDS. Earnings cover federally aided students only, so they do not cover every graduate.
Awards conferred, by program
| Program | Award level | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies | Associate | 270 |
| Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse | Associate | 66 |
| Engineering Technologies/Technicians, General | Associate | 34 |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies | Certificate 12 weeks to 1 yr | 33 |
| Medical Insurance Coding Specialist/Coder | Certificate 12 weeks to 1 yr | 31 |
| Information Technology | Associate | 20 |
| Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic) | Certificate 12 weeks to 1 yr | 17 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | Associate | 16 |
| Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic) | Certificate 1-2 yrs | 16 |
| Medical Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiation Therapist | Associate | 16 |
Federal view: Census PSEO, most recent federal cohort, one year after completion
| Industry | Share of graduates | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|
| Health Care and Social Assistance | 57% | 2,296 |
| Retail Trade | 10% | 387 |
| Manufacturing | 8% | 331 |
| Accommodation and Food Services | 4% | 180 |
| Public Administration | 4% | 168 |
| Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services | 4% | 153 |
| Educational Services | 3% | 129 |
| Wholesale Trade | 2% | 67 |
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Sources: federal figures for Jackson State Community College. Federal figures from College Scorecard and IPEDS. Occupation pay from Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS for Tennessee. Counts under 10 are not published.
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