City Rankings
Best Colleges in Jackson, Tennessee
Top colleges in Jackson ranked by national standing and graduate outcomes -- updated 2026.
Colleges listed: 4
Avg grad earnings: $39,817
Top Colleges in Jackson
Nationally ranked schools appear first. Remaining schools are ordered by median graduate earnings.
| # | School | Grad Earnings |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Union University #380 national | $53,990 |
| 2 | Jackson State Community College #1897 national | $35,224 |
| 3 | Lane College #2609 national | $31,670 |
| 4 | Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Jackson | $38,383 |
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Excludes for-profit institutions.
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