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Jackson, TN · Private University

Is Jackson State Community College Worth It?

ROI analysis based on real earnings and cost data

Good ROIRanked #2375 of 3,472 schools by ROI

Key Numbers

10-Year Earnings

$35,224

median, 10 years after enrollment

In-State Tuition

$4,516

per year

Out-of-State Tuition

$17,716

per year

Total 4-Year Cost

$70,864

tuition only (4 years)

ROI Ratio

1.99x

earnings ÷ annual tuition

Payback Period

316.4 yrs

years to recoup total cost

Avg Net Price

$7,343

after aid & scholarships

Earnings vs. Annual Cost

10-year median earnings compared to annual tuition

Median Earnings (10yr)$35,224
Annual Tuition$17,716
National Median Earnings$45,000

Jackson State Community College graduates earn $9,776 less than the national median of workers with any education level.

What You'd Actually Pay

Average net price after grants and scholarships, by family income

Under $30,000$7,058/yr
$30,000 – $48,000$6,869/yr
$48,000 – $75,000$8,067/yr
$75,000 – $110,000$10,143/yr

Source: IPEDS net price data. Actual costs vary based on individual financial circumstances.

The Bottom Line

Jackson State Community College offers solid financial returns relative to its cost. Graduates earn $35,224 10 years after starting, $9,776 below the national median of $45,000. At the current earnings trajectory, it takes approximately 316.4 years to recover the total cost of attendance.

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Earnings data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Tuition data from IPEDS. ROI calculations are for informational purposes only and reflect median outcomes.