Joliet Junior College

Comprehensive information about programs, admissions, costs, and enrollment

Joliet, IL
(815) 729-9020
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✓ GI Bill approved · 182 GI Bill students

What Are the Key Stats for Joliet Junior College?

Annual Tuition & Fees (In-State)

$12,750

Total Enrollment

14,414

Graduation Rate

20.5%

6-year graduation rate

Program Completions

3,297

Last reported year

How Joliet Junior College Compares

14,414 students puts Joliet Junior College among the larger trade and vocational schools — most peer institutions enroll under 1,000. Together, tuition of $12,750, a 21% graduation rate and $3,090 average net price after aid give a baseline read on cost and outcomes — useful when stacking Joliet Junior College against competitors of similar scale. Retention runs at 67%, a useful indicator of how well the school keeps students engaged year over year.

Where is Joliet Junior College?

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What are the Most Popular Programs at Joliet Junior College

575 graduates Class of 2025 CIP 24.0101
153 graduates Class of 2025 CIP 11.0901
147 graduates Class of 2025 CIP 30.0101
145 graduates Class of 2025 CIP 52.0201
139 graduates Class of 2025 CIP 47.0604

Verified Program Outcomes

Completion and employment results reported to the U.S. Department of Labor for Joliet Junior College programs on the state Eligible Training Provider List. Missing values ("—") mean the state suppressed or did not report that metric — they never mean zero.

In the Nursing (RN) (AAS)-NU500 program at Joliet Junior College, 87% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 7% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $10,900 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).

ProgramCompletion rateEmployed 6 mo after exitEmployed 1 yr after exitMedian quarterly earnings
Nursing (RN) (AAS)-NU5007%87%81%$10,900
Computer Programming (AAS)-CO26173%68%$7,273
Automotive Service Technology (AAS)-TE03080%85%$8,461
Network Security Specialist (CAC)-CO24279%79%$9,721
Nurse Assistant (CNA) (CCO)-NU4003%84%82%$6,058

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Source: U.S. Department of Labor, WIOA participant outcomes (trainingproviderresults.gov), PY 2023.

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Enrollment

Joliet Junior College enrolls 14,414 students. The student body is 56.5% women, with diverse representation across programs. The college maintains a 67% retention rate, reflecting student satisfaction and academic support.

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Academics

Joliet Junior College maintains a 20:1 student-to-faculty ratio, providing strong opportunities for personalized instruction and academic support. The college maintains a good 67% retention rate for full-time students, reflecting student satisfaction and effective academic programs. The college accommodates diverse student needs with flexible enrollment options for part-time and working students.

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Faculty & Staff

Joliet Junior College employs 212 instructional staff members dedicated to student success. The 20:1 student-to-faculty ratio provides strong opportunities for personalized attention and mentoring. With 72.6% of faculty holding tenure, students benefit from experienced educators committed to teaching excellence.

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Programs

Joliet Junior College offers programs in 18 different fields of study. The most popular programs include Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies, Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications, and Biological and Physical Sciences. In 2025, the college awarded 3,297 degrees and certificates across all programs.

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Financial Aid

Annual tuition and fees at Joliet Junior College is $12,750 for in-state students and $13,800 for out-of-state students. After financial aid, the average net price is $3,090 (average savings of $9,660). Students can use the net price calculator to estimate their individual costs and potential aid.

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Student Outcomes

Joliet Junior College achieves a 22.9% overall completion rate for students who complete their programs. Students typically complete their programs in 5 years, balancing academic rigor with timely graduation. The college supports working students with a 21.6% success rate for this population.

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Institution Details

Sector PUBLIC 2 YEAR
Control PUBLIC
Level AT LEAST 2 BUT LESS THAN 4 YEARS
Degree Granting Yes

Contact Information

Address
1215 Houbolt Rd
Joliet, IL, 60431-8938
Administrator
Dr. Clyne Namuo
President

Cost Information

In-State Tuition and Fees $12,750
Out-of-State Tuition and Fees $13,800
Average Net Price $3,090

Federal Identifiers

OPE ID: 00169900
EIN: 362638684
IPEDS ID: 146296
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