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Jefferson College

Hillsboro, MO·Public·https://www.jeffco.edu/

Campus Identity

Jefferson College is a public community college in Hillsboro, MO. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 51/100 (Less Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

At a Glance

Jefferson College is a public community college in Hillsboro, MO. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 51/100 (Less Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

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Acceptance Rate
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ACT Score (50th %ile)
$3,420
In-State Tuition
+$900 fees
$6,840
Out-of-State Tuition
+$900 fees
$9,606
Room & Board
14 meals/week
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Total Enrollment
Undergraduate students
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Yield Rate
Admitted students who enrolled
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Athletics

Campus Lifestyle

School Size & Setting

1,000–4,999

Rural setting

Ski Access

19 miles

Hidden Valley Ski Area

Weather

Warm Climate

49°F avg school-year

Nearby Ski Resorts

19 mi away
30 skiable acres7 lifts
28 skiable acres6 lifts
Four Lakes

Illinois

276 mi away
9 skiable acres7 lifts

Average Monthly Temperature

1991–2020 Climate Normals · Hillsboro, MO

32°Jan36°Feb45°Mar56°Apr65°May74°Jun78°Jul76°Aug69°Sep58°Oct46°Nov36°Dec

Station: FESTUS · Source: NOAA NCEI

On Campus Safety Score

2021–2023 U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security data normalized per 1,000 students

51/100
Less Safe
PersonalSafetyPropertySafetyParty SceneSafety396559
39/100
Personal
assault, rape, stalking, dating and domestic violence
65/100
Property
burglary, vehicle theft, arson
59/100
Party Scene
drug, alcohol & weapons enforcement

On Campus Safety data from the U.S. Dept. of Education Clery Act Database, normalized per 1,000 enrolled students. Higher scores indicate a safer environment. Review detailed data on the U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security website.

Cost Breakdown

Annual costs for the 2023–24 academic year. Source: IPEDS/NCES 2024.

Tuition
$3,420$6,840
Fees
$900$900
Room & Board
$9,606$9,606
Total
$13,926$17,346
In-StateOut-of-State
Meal Plan: 14 meals/week

These are sticker prices. Your actual cost may be much lower with financial aid.

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Fields of Study

38 programs offered

Most Popular Programs

Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and HumanitiesAssociate's
356 grads/yr$43,983
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical NursingAssociate's
49 grads/yr$81,918
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing AssistantsCertificate
45 grads/yr$79,734
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment ProfessionsCertificate
40 grads/yr
Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR)Certificate
35 grads/yr

Bar width proportional to graduates per year. Earnings = median 4 years after graduation.

Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
Associate's49 grads$81,918
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants
Certificate45 grads$79,734
Criminal Justice and Corrections
Associate's2 grads$64,131
Criminal Justice and Corrections
Certificate8 grads$62,876
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions
Associate's24 grads$59,434
Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications
Associate's12 grads$49,167
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services
Associate's9 grads$47,284
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
Associate's356 grads$43,983
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods
Associate's31 grads$37,268
Business/Commerce, General
Associate's23 grads$36,469

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect graduates working and not enrolled full-time. Data suppressed (shown as —) for programs with fewer than 30 graduates. Most recent available year.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Jefferson College located?

Jefferson College is located in Hillsboro, MO. The main campus address is 1000 Viking Drive, Hillsboro, MO. It is a public institution offering 2-year associate degree programs.

How much does it cost to attend Jefferson College?

For the 2023–24 academic year, Jefferson College charges $3,420/year for in-state students and $6,840/year for out-of-state students. Including room and board ($9,606/year), the total estimated cost for out-of-state students is approximately $7,740/year. Financial aid, scholarships, and grants can significantly reduce this cost — use Jefferson College's net price calculator for a personalized estimate.

Is Jefferson College the right fit for me?

Whether Jefferson College is right for you depends on your academic goals, budget, lifestyle preferences, and career aspirations. Key factors to consider: admissions requirements, cost ($6,840/year out-of-state), campus culture in Hillsboro, and available programs. Use CollegeCove's compare tool to weigh Jefferson College against similar schools side-by-side.

Data sourced from IPEDS/NCES 2024. Always verify with Jefferson College directly for the most current information.

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Quick Facts

Type
Public
Location
Hillsboro, MO
Size
1,000–4,999
Degrees Offered
Associate's, Certificates
School Year Weather
Warm · 49°F avg
On Campus Safety Score
51/100
Nearest Airport
St Louis, MO (SUS) · 28 mialso STL (35 mi), BLV (44 mi)

Location

Hillsboro, MO

Data Sources: Admissions, cost, and enrollment data sourced from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) (NCES, 2024 survey year). Fields of Study data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. On Campus Safety Score computed from Clery Act data (U.S. Dept. of Education, 3-year average normalized per 1,000 students). Data may not reflect most recent changes. Always verify with the institution directly.