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Joliet Junior College

Joliet, Illinois · Suburb: LargeOfficial Website ↗

#487
Nationally
#19
In Illinois
$11,700
In-State Tuition
per year
9,863
Undergrad Enrollment
5,000–9,999
Overall Score & Rankings
56/100
Good
#487 nationally
#19 in Illinois
🎓Graduation Outcomes50
💰Affordability50
📚Academic Environment50
🔬Program Breadth78

Scores based on IPEDS 2023–24 federal data. Methodology →

Joliet Junior College is a public two-year community college located in Joliet, Illinois. The college enrolls approximately 9,863 undergraduate students. In-state tuition is $11,700 per year ($12,750 out-of-state), significantly above average for public institutions.

Cost & Financial Aid
In-State Tuition$11,700/yr
In-State Fees$1,050/yr
Out-of-State Tuition$12,750/yr
Room & Board$1,380/yr
Total CoA (In-State)$14,130/yr
Total CoA (Out-of-State)$15,180/yr
In-State Tuition vs National Avg$11,700↓ Below avg
National avg: $3,860
Student Body
9,863
Total Undergrads
55% F / 45% M
Gender Split
Student Diversity
White 48%
Hispanic 34%
Black 10%
Asian 3%
Two or more 3%
International 0%
Native / Other 0%
Strengths & Considerations
Strengths
  • ✓Reasonable room and board costs at $1,380/yr
Consider
  • ·Tuition ($11,700/yr) is above average — factor in aid eligibility
Who Is This College Best For?

This college is a strong fit for students planning to transfer to a 4-year university, and working adults seeking career-focused certificates and degrees.

Institution Profile
Type2-year
ControlPublic
LocationJoliet, Illinois
SettingSuburb: Large
Size5,000–9,999
State Ranking
#19
in Illinois out of 7+ colleges
#487
nationally
Other Colleges in Illinois
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Data Source

All data sourced from the NCES IPEDS 2023–24 collection. Acceptance rates, test scores, and graduation rates reflect the most recent year reported. Scores are composite rankings calculated from five weighted dimensions.

Frequently Asked Questions

Data notice: All figures are sourced from IPEDS 2023–24 federal data. Tuition, acceptance rates, and enrollment figures change annually. Always verify current information directly with the institution. Net price figures are averages and individual aid packages will vary. Composite scores and rankings are calculated by SchoolRankings.org and are not affiliated with U.S. News, Forbes, or any government agency.