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Jefferson State Community College

Birmingham, AL·Public·www.jeffersonstate.edu/

Campus Identity

Jefferson State Community College is a public community college in Birmingham, AL. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 87/100 (Pretty Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

At a Glance

Jefferson State Community College is a public community college in Birmingham, AL. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 87/100 (Pretty 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)
$3,690
In-State Tuition
+$1,230 fees
$7,380
Out-of-State Tuition
+$1,230 fees
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Room & Board
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Total Enrollment
Undergraduate students
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Athletics

Campus Lifestyle

School Size & Setting

5,000–9,999

Urban setting

Ski Access

88 miles

Cloudmont Ski

Weather

Warm Climate

56°F avg school-year

Nearby Ski Resorts

88 mi away
228 mi away
4 lifts
232 mi away
8 skiable acres3 lifts

Average Monthly Temperature

1991–2020 Climate Normals · Birmingham, AL

42°Jan46°Feb54°Mar61°Apr69°May76°Jun79°Jul79°Aug73°Sep62°Oct51°Nov45°Dec

Station: PINSON · Source: NOAA NCEI

On Campus Safety Score

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

87/100
Pretty Safe
PersonalSafetyPropertySafetyParty SceneSafety7795100
77/100
Personal
assault, rape, stalking, dating and domestic violence
95/100
Property
burglary, vehicle theft, arson
100/100
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
$3,690$7,380
Fees
$1,230$1,230
Total
$4,920$8,610
In-StateOut-of-State

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

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Fields of Study

28 programs offered

Most Popular Programs

Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and HumanitiesAssociate's
549 grads/yr$43,829
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical NursingAssociate's
178 grads/yr$74,975
Funeral Service and Mortuary ScienceCertificate
86 grads/yr
Business Administration, Management and OperationsCertificate
86 grads/yr
Engineering Technologies/Technicians, GeneralCertificate
60 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's178 grads$74,975
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services
Associate's22 grads$54,512
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions
Associate's46 grads$50,716
Veterinary/Animal Health Technologies/Technicians
Associate's25 grads$44,770
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
Associate's549 grads$43,829
Funeral Service and Mortuary Science
Certificate86 grads
Business Administration, Management and Operations
Certificate86 grads
Engineering Technologies/Technicians, General
Certificate60 grads
Computer and Information Sciences, General
Certificate47 grads
Business Administration, Management and Operations
Associate's41 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 State Community College located?

Jefferson State Community College is located in Birmingham, AL. The main campus address is 2601 Carson Rd, Birmingham, AL. It is a public institution offering 2-year associate degree programs.

How much does it cost to attend Jefferson State Community College?

For the 2023–24 academic year, Jefferson State Community College charges $3,690/year for in-state students and $7,380/year for out-of-state students. Including room and board, the total estimated cost for out-of-state students is approximately $8,610/year. Financial aid, scholarships, and grants can significantly reduce this cost — use Jefferson State Community College's net price calculator for a personalized estimate.

Is Jefferson State Community College the right fit for me?

Whether Jefferson State Community College is right for you depends on your academic goals, budget, lifestyle preferences, and career aspirations. Key factors to consider: admissions requirements, cost ($7,380/year out-of-state), campus culture in Birmingham, and available programs. Use CollegeCove's compare tool to weigh Jefferson State Community College against similar schools side-by-side.

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

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Quick Facts

Type
Public
Location
Birmingham, AL
Size
5,000–9,999
Degrees Offered
Associate's, Certificates
School Year Weather
Warm · 56°F avg
On Campus Safety Score
87/100
Nearest Airport
Birmingham, AL (BHM) · 7 mialso ANB (49 mi), TCL (60 mi)

Location

Birmingham, AL

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.