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Joliet Junior College

Joliet, IL·Public·https://www.jjc.edu/

Campus Identity

Very Safe

Joliet Junior College is a public community college in Joliet, IL. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 95/100 (Very Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

At a Glance

Joliet Junior College is a public community college in Joliet, IL. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 95/100 (Very 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)
$3,390
In-State Tuition
+$1,050 fees
$12,360
Out-of-State Tuition
+$1,050 fees
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Room & Board
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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

10,000–19,999

Suburban setting

Ski Access

20 miles

Four Lakes

Weather

Cold Climate

43°F avg school-year

Nearby Ski Resorts

Four Lakes

Illinois

20 mi away
9 skiable acres7 lifts
35 mi away
15 skiable acres7 lifts
70 mi away
135 skiable acres11 lifts

Average Monthly Temperature

1991–2020 Climate Normals · Joliet, IL

24°Jan28°Feb38°Mar49°Apr60°May70°Jun74°Jul72°Aug66°Sep53°Oct40°Nov29°Dec

Station: JOLIET BRANDON ROAD LOCK DAM · Source: NOAA NCEI

On Campus Safety Score

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

95/100
Very Safe
PersonalSafetyPropertySafetyParty SceneSafety9110097
91/100
Personal
assault, rape, stalking, dating and domestic violence
100/100
Property
burglary, vehicle theft, arson
97/100
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
$3,390$12,360
Fees
$1,050$1,050
Total
$4,440$13,410
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

97 programs offered

Most Popular Programs

Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and HumanitiesAssociate's
595 grads/yr$46,576
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing AssistantsCertificate
292 grads/yr$67,691
Computer Systems Networking and TelecommunicationsCertificate
140 grads/yr
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/TechniciansCertificate
139 grads/yr
Business Administration, Management and OperationsCertificate
118 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's97 grads$83,413
Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications
Associate's14 grads$71,822
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions
Associate's48 grads$70,645
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians
Associate's17 grads$69,595
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants
Certificate292 grads$67,691
Biological and Physical Sciences
Associate's112 grads$60,852
Business Administration, Management and Operations
Associate's24 grads$55,317
Veterinary/Animal Health Technologies/Technicians
Associate's39 grads$48,069
Criminal Justice and Corrections
Associate's12 grads$47,059
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
Associate's595 grads$46,576

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 Joliet Junior College located?

Joliet Junior College is located in Joliet, IL. The main campus address is 1215 Houbolt Rd, Joliet, IL. It is a public institution offering 2-year associate degree programs.

How much does it cost to attend Joliet Junior College?

For the 2023–24 academic year, Joliet Junior College charges $3,390/year for in-state students and $12,360/year for out-of-state students. Including room and board, the total estimated cost for out-of-state students is approximately $13,410/year. Financial aid, scholarships, and grants can significantly reduce this cost — use Joliet Junior College's net price calculator for a personalized estimate.

Is Joliet Junior College the right fit for me?

Whether Joliet Junior College is right for you depends on your academic goals, budget, lifestyle preferences, and career aspirations. Key factors to consider: admissions requirements, cost ($12,360/year out-of-state), campus culture in Joliet, and available programs. Use CollegeCove's compare tool to weigh Joliet Junior College against similar schools side-by-side.

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

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Quick Facts

Type
Public
Location
Joliet, IL
Size
10,000–19,999
Degrees Offered
Associate's, Certificates
School Year Weather
Cold · 43°F avg
On Campus Safety Score
95/100
Nearest Airport
Chicago/West Chicago, IL (DPA) · 28 mialso MDW (30 mi), IKK (34 mi)

Location

Joliet, IL

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.