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Modesto Junior College

Modesto, CA·Public·https://www.mjc.edu/

Campus Identity

Very Safe

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

At a Glance

Modesto Junior College is a public college in Modesto, CA. 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)
$1,104
In-State Tuition
+$78 fees
$8,472
Out-of-State Tuition
+$78 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

Urban setting

Beach Access

68 miles

Aptos, CA

Ski Access

68 miles

Dodge Ridge Ski Area

Weather

Warm Climate

58°F avg school-year

Nearby Ski Resorts

68 mi away
862 skiable acres10 lifts
Yosemite Ski & Snowboard Area

California

74 mi away
88 skiable acres5 lifts

Nearest Beach

Aptos, CA

Ocean access within 67.6 miles

68 mi away

Average Monthly Temperature

1991–2020 Climate Normals · Modesto, CA

48°Jan52°Feb57°Mar61°Apr68°May75°Jun79°Jul78°Aug74°Sep65°Oct55°Nov47°Dec

Station: MODESTO Airport · 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 SceneSafety9886100
98/100
Personal
assault, rape, stalking, dating and domestic violence
86/100
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
$1,104$8,472
Fees
$78$78
Total
$1,182$8,550
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

122 programs offered

Most Popular Programs

Biological and Physical SciencesAssociate's
344 grads/yr$64,444
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and HumanitiesAssociate's
326 grads/yr$40,387
Business Administration, Management and OperationsAssociate's
205 grads/yr$43,644
Psychology, GeneralAssociate's
178 grads/yr$40,301
Human Development, Family Studies, and Related ServicesCertificate
140 grads/yr$29,998

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

Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
Associate's82 grads$126,345
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions
Associate's22 grads$81,214
Biological and Physical Sciences
Associate's344 grads$64,444
Fire Protection
Certificate25 grads$53,962
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants
Certificate1 grads$50,574
Business/Commerce, General
Associate's$48,779
Sociology
Associate's67 grads$46,397
Real Estate
Certificate47 grads$46,206
Business Administration, Management and Operations
Associate's205 grads$43,644
Criminal Justice and Corrections
Associate's86 grads$42,669

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 Modesto Junior College located?

Modesto Junior College is located in Modesto, CA. The main campus address is 435 College Ave, Modesto, CA. It is a public institution offering 4-year degree programs.

How much does it cost to attend Modesto Junior College?

For the 2023–24 academic year, Modesto Junior College charges $1,104/year for in-state students and $8,472/year for out-of-state students. Including room and board, the total estimated cost for out-of-state students is approximately $8,550/year. Financial aid, scholarships, and grants can significantly reduce this cost — use Modesto Junior College's net price calculator for a personalized estimate.

Is Modesto Junior College the right fit for me?

Whether Modesto Junior College is right for you depends on your academic goals, budget, lifestyle preferences, and career aspirations. Key factors to consider: admissions requirements, cost ($8,472/year out-of-state), campus culture in Modesto, and available programs. Use CollegeCove's compare tool to weigh Modesto Junior College against similar schools side-by-side.

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

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Quick Facts

Type
Public
Location
Modesto, CA
Size
10,000–19,999
Degrees Offered
Associate's, Bachelor's, Certificates
School Year Weather
Warm · 58°F avg
On Campus Safety Score
95/100
Nearest Airport
Modesto, CA (MOD) · 4 mialso SCK (21 mi), MER (31 mi)

Location

Modesto, CA

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.