- Jones County Junior College is an open-door, two-year institution granting Associate in Arts degrees, Associate in Applied Science degrees, and Vocational Certificates; its purpose is to provide programs and support services consistent with the ideals of a democratic society to meet the educational needs of students and communities in the Jones County Junior College District.
School Highlights
Jones County Junior College serves 4,753 students (60% of students are full-time).
The college's student-teacher ratio of 33:1 is higher than the state community college average of 25:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the state average of 50%.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Enrollment: 4,753 students
- In-state tuition: $2,722
- Out-state tuition: $4,722
- Acceptance Rate: 80%
- Student-teacher ratio: 33:1
- Minority enrollment: 39%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
School Overview
The teacher population of 142 teachers has declined by 61% over five years.
Jones County Junior College
(MS) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate's Colleges
Associate's Colleges
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Year Founded
1926
Total Faculty
142 staff
130 staff
School Calendar
AccreditationAccred.
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC)
Student Body
The student population of Jones County Junior College has stayed relatively flat over five years.
The student-teacher ratio of 33:1 has increased from 12:1 over five years.
The Jones County Junior College diversity score of 0.52 is less than the state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has grown by 6% over five years.
Total Enrollment
4,753 students
3,770 students
Showing 2012–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
33:1
25:1
# Full-Time Students
2,848 students
2,386 students
Showing 2012–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
# Part-Time Students
1,905 students
1,384 students
Showing 2012–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
# Enrollment Undergraduate
4,753 students
3,442 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
2,848 students
2,386 students
Showing 2012–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
1,905 students
1,455 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
886 students
814 students
Showing 2008–2021. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
1%
% Hispanic
2%
4%
% Black
32%
39%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
% White
61%
50%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
% Two or more races
3%
3%
% Non Resident races
1%
n/a
Diversity Score
0.52
0.59
Showing 2011–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
43%
39%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$31,100
$30,000
Tuition & Financial Aid
The public in-state tuition of $2,722 is more than the state average of $2,427. The in-state tuition has declined by 29% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $4,722 is more than the state average of $4,463. The out-state tuition has declined by 19% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$2,722
$2,427
Out-State Tuition Fees
$4,722
$4,463
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
87%
93%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Median Debt for Graduates
$6,901
$8,448
Showing 2008–2020. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Median Debt for Dropouts
$5,031
$4,808
Showing 2008–2020. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Acceptance Rate
80%
80%
Source: 2025 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
School Notes
- Jones County Junior College has served its students and the Southeast Mississippi area well since its early beginnings as an agricultural high school in 1911. Over the years Jones has enjoyed a great deal of success and gained national attention for its programs. This is due in large part to the high quality students who select Jones as their college. Jones continues to attract the best students, both young and old, traditional and non-traditional. With a motivated, well-trained faculty and debt-free facilities, we feel we have a winning combination for anyone seeking higher education. Jones County Junior College is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools to award Associate in Arts degrees, Associate in Applied Science degrees, and Vocational Certificates.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Jones County Junior College cost?
Jones County Junior College's tuition is approximately $2,722 for In-State students and $4,722 for Out-State students.
What is the acceptance rate of Jones County Junior College?
The acceptance rate of Jones County Junior College is 80%, which is equal to the state average of 80%.
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