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Joliet Junior College

Public Joliet, IL · Suburban · Great Lakes · 87% data reported · Agent Insights
21%
Graduation Rate
$42,889
Earnings (10yr)
$1,672
Net Price
9,306
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Overview

Nearly 10,000 students choose Joliet Junior College each year for its affordable education, with a net price of just $1,672. This makes it one of the most accessible options for those looking to further their studies without incurring significant debt.

Chetty/Opportunity Insights data is not available for this institution, but the graduation rate stands at 21%. This figure highlights the importance of understanding the support systems in place for students. While the school serves a diverse population, the journey to graduation can be challenging, particularly for those from lower-income backgrounds.

Graduates earn a median income of $42,889 within a decade of completing their studies. With a median debt of $9,711, students can expect manageable repayment options after graduation. Programs like Health Professions, Business & Marketing, and Computer Science attract students who thrive in practical, hands-on learning environments. This college is ideal for individuals seeking a low-cost education with a focus on career readiness.

Rankings

How Joliet Compares

Dot right of center = above national average.

NATIONAL AVGGraduation21%Earnings 10yr$43KNet Price$2KRetention67%Median Debt$10KPell Grant Rate25%

Net Price by Family Income

What families actually pay after aid, by income bracket.

$1K$0-30K$0K$30-48K$3K$48-75K$5K$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%576.1%SUCCESS% who reach top 20%1349.7%MOBILITY77.76%

Cost & Financial Aid

$4,530
In-State Tuition
$13,800
Out-of-State
$1,672
Avg Net Price
$9,711
Median Debt
25%
Pell Grant Rate
4%
Federal Loan Rate

What Families Actually Pay

$890
Family Income $0–$30K
$220
Family Income $30K–$48K
$2,824
Family Income $48K–$75K
$4,556
Family Income $110K+

Graduate Outcomes

$36,334
6 Years After Entry
$39,206
8 Years
$42,889
10 Years
0.23x
Debt-to-Earnings
49%
Earning > $25K

Earnings Trajectory

$36,334 6yr $39,206 8yr $42,889 10yr

Social Mobility

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

77.76%
Mobility Rate
Bottom 20% → Top 20%
1349.7%
Success Rate
If bottom 20% get in
576.1%
From Bottom 20%
Share of students
$92,100
Parent Median Income

Social Capital

Data: Opportunity Insights Social Capital Atlas

1.35
Economic Connectedness
Cross-class friendships
0.06
Friending Bias
Lower = more inclusive
4.8%
Volunteering Rate
0.97
Support Ratio
Community support

Academics & Admissions

Retention Rate 67%
Full-Time Faculty 29%
Faculty Salary (mo) $12,997
Diversity Index 0.66
First-Gen Students 47%

Top Programs

Health Professions 21%
Humanities 20%
Business & Marketing 14%
Mechanic & Repair Tech 13%
Computer Science & IT 11%
Culinary & Personal Services 3%
Precision Production 1%
Visual & Performing Arts 1%

Quick Facts

Setting Suburban
Region Great Lakes
Accreditor Higher Learning Commission
Predominant Degree Certificate
Hispanic-Serving Yes

Student Body

Female
59%
White
47%
Hispanic
32%
Black
11%
Asian
3%

Data Sources

U.S. Dept of Education College Scorecard

Opportunity Insights Mobility Report Card

Opportunity Insights Social Capital Atlas

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