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Public, 2-Year
Ellisville, MS

Jones County Junior College

Explore one of the most distinguished institutions in MS. Your pathway to a brighter future begins here.

Annual Tuition

$4,000

Average Sticker Price

Admission Rate

N/A

Selectivity Level

Graduation Rate

39.7%

Completion Success

Median Earnings

$33,377

10y Career Outlook

About Institution

Jones County Junior College is a distinguished Public, 2-Year institution located in Ellisville, MS. With a competitive tuition profile of $4,000, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 39.7% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.

Investment Return

Estimated College ROI Analysis

Total 2-Year Cost

$8,000

Based on sticker tuition

Estimated Payback

2.4 yrs

Time to recoup investment

Annual Earnings Boost

+$3,377

vs. $30k HS diploma baseline

10-Year Net Gain

+$25,770

Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost

20-Year Net Gain

+$59,540

Long-term projected return on your education investment

Graduation Rate: 40%

Students who don't graduate may still carry debt without the full earnings benefit. Consider program-specific outcomes in the Career Paths section below.

ROI estimates use the BLS national median of $30,000/yr for high school diploma holders as a baseline. Actual results vary based on major, career path, location, and individual circumstances. Median graduate debt at Jones County Junior College is $6,291.

Student Community

Gender Balance

Women
Men
61.8%
38.2%
FemininityMasculinity

Ethnic Diversity

White
60.6%
Black
32.6%
Two or more
2.9%
Hispanic
2.1%
International
0.9%
Asian
0.4%
American Indian / Alaska Native
0.4%
Unknown
0.1%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
0.0%

Security Audit

Safety Rating: 3-Year Aggregate

Incidents

0

Burglary

0

Theft

0

Assault

0

Robbery

0

Rape

0

Arson

0

Murder

0

Financial Outlook

Total Sticker Price

$4,000

Estimated cost before aid.

Net Price By Income

$0 - $30k$7,675
$30k - $48k$7,653
$48k - $75k$9,154
$75k+$10,572

Debt & Financial Aid

Median Debt (grads)$6,291
Pell Grant Recipients37.7%
Using Federal Loans6.3%
Historical 3yr Loan Repayment45.4%

Repayment measured in 2016–17; this federal measure was discontinued.

Grant Aid (IPEDS 2021)

Avg. Federal Grant$5,453
Avg. Pell Grant$5,255
Avg. State/Local Grant$929
Avg. Institutional Grant$2,271
Students Receiving Grants86.0%

* Most students receive significant grants and scholarships, reducing the actual cost. Grant data from IPEDS Student Financial Aid survey.

Quick Overview

Faculty Ratio

N/A

Retention

55.1%

Success

39.7%

In-State Cost

$4,000

Age 25+ Students

13.0%

Carnegie Class

Carnegie 4

Working at 6yr

1,910 students

Local City Insights

We are currently gathering city-level crime and housing data for Ellisville. Check back soon for "Campus vs. City" comparisons!