Overview
Enrollment
| Location | Hillsboro, Missouri |
| Online | jeffco.edu |
| School Type | Public 2 Year |
| Setting | Distant Rural |
| Size | Small |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad |
Jefferson College is a public two-year institution located in Hillsboro, Missouri, approximately 40 miles southwest of St. Louis. The main campus encompasses 400 acres in a rural setting and serves Jefferson County and surrounding communities through additional satellite locations in Arnold and Imperial. Founded in 1963, the college offers associate degrees and certificate programs with notable emphasis in healthcare, technical education, and transfer programs designed for students planning to continue at four-year institutions. The campus features modern classroom facilities, a technology center, and dedicated spaces for career and technical programs including veterinary technology, nursing, and automotive technology. Student housing is not available on campus, though the college maintains athletic programs competing in the NJCAA Division I, with particularly strong baseball and softball programs.
Annual Cost to Attend
In District Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $912 |
| Other Fees | $900 |
| Room and Board | $6,525 |
| Other Expenses Budget | $3,119 |
| Total One Year Cost | $14,996 |
Missouri Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $912 |
| Other Fees | $900 |
| Room and Board | $6,525 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $3,119 |
| Total One Year Cost | $16,766 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Health Professions | 42% |
| Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting | 15% |
| Education | 9% |
| Mechanic and Repair Technologies | 9% |
| Business | 8% |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=177676 IPEDS survey data for Jefferson College.
Current students may use the Jefferson College GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.
Last updated February 24, 2024