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Jones County Junior College

Ellisville, MS·Public·www.jcjc.edu/

Campus Identity

Very Safe

Jones County Junior College is a public community college in Ellisville, MS. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 91/100 (Very Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

At a Glance

Jones County Junior College is a public community college in Ellisville, MS. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 91/100 (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)
$4,806
2024-25 Tuition
In-state rate
$6,048
Avg Net Price
What students actually pay
$5,830
Room & Board
19 meals/week
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Total Enrollment
Undergraduate students
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Yield Rate
Admitted students who enrolled
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Graduation Rate

Campus Lifestyle

Jones County Junior College is a 1,000–4,999, small-town school. The campus is 85 miles from Ocean Springs, MS and 291 miles from Cloudmont Ski.

School Size & Setting

1,000–4,999

Town setting

Beach Access

85 miles

Ocean Springs, MS

Ski Access

291 miles

Cloudmont Ski

Weather

Warm Climate

60°F avg school-year

Nearby Ski Resorts

Jones County Junior College students have access to 3 ski resorts within driving distance. The closest is Cloudmont Ski, 291 miles away. All are within 504 miles of campus.

291 mi away
486 mi away
30 skiable acres7 lifts
504 mi away
65 skiable acres8 lifts

Nearest Beach

Students at Jones County Junior College are 85 miles from Ocean Springs, MS.

Ocean Springs, MS

Ocean access within 84.7 miles

85 mi away

Average Monthly Temperature

1991–2020 Climate Normals · Ellisville, MS

Ellisville has a warm climate, with winters averaging 47°F in Jan and summers peaking around 82°F in Jul.

47°Jan52°Feb59°Mar65°Apr73°May79°Jun82°Jul81°Aug77°Sep66°Oct56°Nov50°Dec

Station: LAUREL · Source: NOAA NCEI

On Campus Safety Score

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

Jones County Junior College in MS earns a composite safety score of 91/100, rated Very Safe among U.S. colleges.

91/100
Very Safe
PersonalSafetyPropertySafetyParty SceneSafety10010056
100/100
Personal
assault, rape, stalking, dating and domestic violence
100/100
Property
burglary, vehicle theft, arson
56/100
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

2024-25 academic year. Tuition: College Scorecard. Fees and room & board: IPEDS/NCES.

Tuition
$4,806$6,806
Fees
$120$120
Room & Board
$5,830$5,830
Total
$10,756$12,756
In-StateOut-of-State
Meal Plan: 19 meals/week
$6,048avg net price / year

What students actually pay after grants and scholarships. Source: College Scorecard.

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Fields of Study

85 programs offered

Most Popular Programs

Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and HumanitiesAssociate's
559 grads/yr$30,351
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing AssistantsCertificate
122 grads/yr$30,992
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical NursingAssociate's
60 grads/yr$71,526
Precision Metal WorkingCertificate
53 grads/yr
Ground TransportationCertificate
43 grads/yr$43,865

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

Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
Associate's60 grads$71,526
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions
Associate's19 grads$51,873
Business Administration, Management and Operations
Associate's$44,182
Ground Transportation
Certificate43 grads$43,865
Criminal Justice and Corrections
Associate's$33,618
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods
Associate's$32,536
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants
Certificate122 grads$30,992
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
Associate's559 grads$30,351
Psychology, General
Associate's$30,251
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas
Associate's$28,737

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 Jones County Junior College located?

Jones County Junior College is located in Ellisville, MS. The main campus address is 900 South Court Street, Ellisville, MS. It is a public institution offering 2-year associate degree programs.

How much does it cost to attend Jones County Junior College?

For the 2024-25 academic year, Jones County Junior College charges $4,806/year for in-state students and $6,806/year for out-of-state students. Including room and board ($5,830/year), the total estimated cost is approximately $5,870/year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $6,048/year — what students actually pay. Use Jones County Junior College's net price calculator for a personalized estimate.

Is Jones County Junior College the right fit for me?

Whether Jones County Junior College is right for you depends on your academic goals, budget, lifestyle preferences, and career aspirations. Key factors to consider: admissions requirements, avg net price ($6,048/year after aid), campus culture in Ellisville, and available programs. Use CollegeCove's compare tool to weigh Jones County Junior College against similar schools side-by-side.

Tuition: College Scorecard (2024-25). Fees, room & board, and other data: IPEDS/NCES 2024. Always verify with Jones County Junior College directly for the most current information.

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Quick Facts

Type
Public
Location
Ellisville, MS
Size
1,000–4,999
Degrees Offered
Associate's, Certificates
School Year Weather
Warm · 60°F avg
On Campus Safety Score
91/100
Nearest Airport
Moselle, MS (PIB) · 12 mialso HBG (23 mi), MEI (57 mi)

Location

Ellisville, MS

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.