Is Jefferson College worth it?
Jefferson College is a public, two-year institution in Hillsboro, Missouri (rural area). It awarded 763 degrees and certificates in 2024, most often in liberal arts and sciences, emergency medical technology and registered nursing.
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Federal context for Jefferson College
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Median earnings 1 year after
$36,769
Median earnings 4 years after
$50,937
Median earnings 10 years after
$40,782
Average net price
$7,378
Completion rate
38%
Completions (2024)
763
Years to pay back
under 1 year
Students (undergrad)
2,552
Median earnings after completing, by program
| Program | Credential | Median earnings, 1yr | Median earnings, 4yr | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities | Associate | $24,813 | $43,983 | 82 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing | Associate | $67,439 | $81,918 | 45 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate | $37,137 | $47,284 | 28 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate | $46,769 | $59,434 | 22 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections | Undergraduate certificate | $61,641 | $62,876 | 16 |
| Veterinary/Animal Health Technologies/Technicians | Associate | N/A | $35,963 | N/A |
| Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications | Undergraduate certificate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications | Associate | N/A | $49,167 | N/A |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Undergraduate certificate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Associate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods | Associate | N/A | $37,268 | N/A |
| Engineering, General | Associate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Electrical/Electronic Engineering Technologies/Technicians | Associate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Industrial Production Technologies/Technicians | Undergraduate certificate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Industrial Production Technologies/Technicians | Associate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Source: College Scorecard, June 2026 release, and IPEDS. Earnings cover federally aided students only, so they do not cover every graduate.
Awards conferred, by program
| Program | Award level | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies | Associate | 346 |
| Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic) | Certificate 12 weeks to 1 yr | 55 |
| Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse | Associate | 46 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods, Other | Associate | 38 |
| Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training | Certificate 1-2 yrs | 33 |
| Business/Commerce, General | Associate | 22 |
| Veterinary/Animal Health Technology/Technician and Veterinary Assistant | Associate | 21 |
| Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiographer | Associate | 17 |
| Criminal Justice/Police Science | Associate | 16 |
| Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic) | Associate | 16 |
Federal view: Census PSEO, most recent federal cohort, one year after completion
| Industry | Share of graduates | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|
| Health Care and Social Assistance | 33% | 2,405 |
| Retail Trade | 13% | 930 |
| Accommodation and Food Services | 8% | 588 |
| Manufacturing | 6% | 470 |
| Public Administration | 6% | 468 |
| Educational Services | 6% | 418 |
| Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | 5% | 401 |
| Construction | 5% | 334 |
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Sources: federal figures for Jefferson College. Federal figures from College Scorecard and IPEDS. Occupation pay from Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS for Missouri. Counts under 10 are not published.
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