Jefferson Community College logo

Jefferson Community College

Watertown, NY·Public·https://www.sunyjefferson.edu/

Campus Identity

Jefferson Community College is a public community college in Watertown, NY. Ski resorts are within 35 miles of campus. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 77/100 (Pretty Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

At a Glance

Jefferson Community College is a public community college in Watertown, NY. Ski resorts are within 35 miles of campus. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 77/100 (Pretty Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

N/A
Acceptance Rate
N/A
ACT Score (50th %ile)
$5,016
In-State Tuition
+$672 fees
$5,016
Out-of-State Tuition
+$672 fees
$13,996
Room & Board
17 meals/week
N/A
Total Enrollment
Undergraduate students
N/A
Yield Rate
Admitted students who enrolled
N/A
Athletics

Campus Lifestyle

School Size & Setting

1,000–4,999

Urban setting

Ski Access

5 miles

Dry Hill Ski Area

Weather

Cold Climate

39°F avg school-year

Nearby Ski Resorts

Dry Hill Ski Area

New York

5 mi away
35 skiable acres3 lifts
35 mi away
130 skiable acres6 lifts
53 mi away
70 skiable acres5 lifts

Average Monthly Temperature

1991–2020 Climate Normals · Watertown, NY

20°Jan21°Feb31°Mar44°Apr57°May66°Jun71°Jul70°Aug62°Sep50°Oct38°Nov27°Dec

Station: WATERTOWN · Source: NOAA NCEI

On Campus Safety Score

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

77/100
Pretty Safe
PersonalSafetyPropertySafetyParty SceneSafety7910038
79/100
Personal
assault, rape, stalking, dating and domestic violence
100/100
Property
burglary, vehicle theft, arson
38/100
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
$5,016$5,016
Fees
$672$672
Room & Board
$13,996$13,996
Total
$19,684$19,684
In-StateOut-of-State
Meal Plan: 17 meals/week

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

Calculate Your Net Price

Fields of Study

40 programs offered

Most Popular Programs

Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and HumanitiesAssociate's
128 grads/yr$37,798
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical NursingAssociate's
52 grads/yr$84,572
Business Administration, Management and OperationsAssociate's
47 grads/yr$40,401
Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/FitnessAssociate's
13 grads/yr$48,113
Human Services, GeneralAssociate's
12 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's52 grads$84,572
Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness
Associate's13 grads$48,113
Criminal Justice and Corrections
Associate's11 grads$43,424
Accounting and Related Services
Associate's6 grads$40,483
Business Administration, Management and Operations
Associate's47 grads$40,401
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
Associate's128 grads$37,798
Human Services, General
Associate's12 grads
Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions
Associate's8 grads
Agricultural Production Operations
Associate's7 grads
Engineering, General
Associate's7 grads

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 Community College located?

Jefferson Community College is located in Watertown, NY. The main campus address is 1220 Coffeen St, Watertown, NY. It is a public institution offering 2-year associate degree programs.

How much does it cost to attend Jefferson Community College?

For the 2023–24 academic year, Jefferson Community College charges $5,016/year for in-state students and $5,016/year for out-of-state students. Including room and board ($13,996/year), the total estimated cost for out-of-state students is approximately $5,688/year. Financial aid, scholarships, and grants can significantly reduce this cost — use Jefferson Community College's net price calculator for a personalized estimate.

Is Jefferson Community College the right fit for me?

Whether Jefferson Community College is right for you depends on your academic goals, budget, lifestyle preferences, and career aspirations. Key factors to consider: admissions requirements, cost ($5,016/year out-of-state), campus culture in Watertown, and available programs. Use CollegeCove's compare tool to weigh Jefferson Community College against similar schools side-by-side.

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

Ready to apply?

Start your application at the official website.

Apply NowVisit Official Website

Quick Facts

Type
Public
Location
Watertown, NY
Size
1,000–4,999
Degrees Offered
Associate's, Certificates
School Year Weather
Cold · 39°F avg
On Campus Safety Score
77/100
Nearest Airport
Watertown, NY (ART) · 4 mialso OGS (53 mi), RME (59 mi)

Location

Watertown, NY

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.