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Jackson College

Public Jackson, MI · Rural · Great Lakes · 80% data reported · Agent Insights
17%
Graduation Rate
$36,898
Earnings (10yr)
$7,761
Net Price
3,422
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Overview

With about 3,400 students, Jackson College caters to those looking for a supportive environment where they can explore a variety of fields. Students here often dive into programs like Humanities, Health Professions, Business & Marketing, Computer Science & IT, and Construction Trades. It’s a place where you can really get hands-on experience and gain skills that matter in today's job market.

After graduation, students can expect to earn around $36,898 on average within ten years. This is a decent starting point, especially considering that 37% of students receive Pell Grants, which helps make education more accessible. While the graduation rate stands at 17%, those who do complete their programs often find that their earnings improve over time, enabling them to build a stable career.

When it comes to the financial side, the average net price after aid is about $7,761, which is manageable for many. Graduates carry a median debt of $13,875, a figure that’s relatively low compared to national averages. Students who thrive here tend to be those who are motivated and ready to take advantage of supportive resources, making the most of their educational journey while keeping costs in check.

Rankings

How Jackson Compares

Dot right of center = above national average.

NATIONAL AVGGraduation17%Earnings 10yr$37KNet Price$8KMedian Debt$14KPell Grant Rate37%

Net Price by Family Income

What families actually pay after aid, by income bracket.

$5K$0-30K$6K$30-48K$9K$48-75K$16K$110K+

The Mobility Equation

Mobility = Access x Success. How many low-income students get in, and how many reach the top 20%?

ACCESS% from bottom 20%1047.6%SUCCESS% who reach top 20%858.2%MOBILITY89.91%

Cost & Financial Aid

$7,350
In-State Tuition
$10,200
Out-of-State
$7,761
Avg Net Price
$13,875
Median Debt
37%
Pell Grant Rate
17%
Federal Loan Rate

What Families Actually Pay

$5,227
Family Income $0–$30K
$6,062
Family Income $30K–$48K
$8,539
Family Income $48K–$75K
$15,563
Family Income $110K+

Graduate Outcomes

$31,956
6 Years After Entry
$34,336
8 Years
$36,898
10 Years
0.38x
Debt-to-Earnings
48%
Earning > $25K

Earnings Trajectory

$31,956 6yr $34,336 8yr $36,898 10yr

Social Mobility

Data: Raj Chetty's Mobility Report Card · 30M+ anonymized tax records

89.91%
Mobility Rate
Bottom 20% → Top 20%
858.2%
Success Rate
If bottom 20% get in
1047.6%
From Bottom 20%
Share of students
$72,400
Parent Median Income

Social Capital

Data: Opportunity Insights Social Capital Atlas

1.14
Economic Connectedness
Cross-class friendships
-0.01
Friending Bias
Lower = more inclusive
7.1%
Volunteering Rate
0.98
Support Ratio
Community support

Academics & Admissions

Full-Time Faculty 100%
Faculty Salary (mo) $7,052
Diversity Index 0.53
First-Gen Students 46%

Top Programs

Humanities 65%
Health Professions 12%
Business & Marketing 8%
Computer Science & IT 3%
Construction Trades 3%
Visual & Performing Arts 2%
Physical Sciences 2%
Psychology 2%

Quick Facts

Setting Rural
Region Great Lakes
Accreditor Higher Learning Commission
Predominant Degree Certificate

Student Body

Female
52%
White
66%
Hispanic
8%
Black
15%
Asian
1%

Data Sources

U.S. Dept of Education College Scorecard

Opportunity Insights Mobility Report Card

Opportunity Insights Social Capital Atlas

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