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Jones County Junior College
Ellisville, Mississippi · Public community college · Training programs available:
Address: 900 South Court Street, Ellisville, MS 39437 · Phone: (601) 477-4000 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Jones County Junior College is a public trade school in Ellisville, Mississippi offering LPN, welding, and electrician programs, with nursing and radiologic technology accreditation.
Jones County Junior College has a 40.9% completion rate versus a 59.5% state average, with median graduate debt of $6,291 and median earnings of $33,377 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Annual cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for Jones County Junior College; contact the school for current tuition. Federal financial aid is accepted, and about 37.6% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses | $39,320 | $50,220 | $58,030 |
| Welders, cutters, solderers and brazers | $36,800 | $51,100 | $63,440 |
| Electricians | $38,200 | $60,860 | $63,740 |
| Heavy and tractor-trailer truck drivers | $35,710 | $51,820 | $63,630 |
| Nursing assistants | $27,050 | $31,520 | $35,200 |
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $17,370 | $27,560 | $39,810 |
| Emergency medical technicians | $26,760 | $36,630 | $39,100 |
| HVAC and refrigeration mechanics and installers | $36,160 | $48,680 | $61,390 |
| Chefs and head cooks | $30,900 | $54,850 | $76,350 |
| Automotive service technicians and mechanics | $28,650 | $37,820 | $55,000 |
| Radiologic technologists and technicians | $40,740 | $59,300 | $66,160 |
| Pharmacy technicians | $33,340 | $39,040 | $46,060 |
| Machinists | $34,570 | $55,550 | $63,330 |
| Construction laborers | $29,370 | $37,710 | $45,790 |
| Plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters | $35,830 | $55,480 | $63,040 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Mississippi (May 2025; national where the state figure is not published). The program table below shows what this campus's own graduates earned in their first year, whatever job they took.
Trade programs at this campus
| Program | Credential | Grads / yr | Earnings, yr 1 | Earnings, yr 2 | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, 1–2 years | 80 | $27,247 | $27,126 | $8,120 |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 1–2 years | 50 | $34,653 | $28,236 | not reported |
| Ground Transportation | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 43 | $33,122 | $33,281 | not reported |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 42 | $27,247 | $27,126 | $8,120 |
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers | Certificate, 1–2 years | 33 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers | Associate degree | 19 | $27,454 | $32,119 | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 18 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 12 | $36,539 | $33,993 | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 12 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) | Certificate, 1–2 years | 12 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 1–2 years | 12 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Certificate, 1–2 years | 10 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Associate degree | 8 | $40,085 | $31,492 | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 7 | $36,539 | $33,993 | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate degree | 6 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Associate degree | 4 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) | Associate degree | 4 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Building/Construction Finishing, Management, and Inspection | Certificate, 1–2 years | 3 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 1–2 years | 3 | $34,653 | $28,236 | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Associate degree | 3 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Associate degree | 2 | $40,085 | $31,492 | not reported |
| Plumbing and Related Water Supply Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 1 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Plumbing and Related Water Supply Services | Associate degree | 1 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
Earnings are median wages and self-employment income reported to the IRS (W-2 and Schedule SE) for graduates who received federal aid and were working and not enrolled, measured in the calendar year after finishing. They are pay only: health insurance, retirement contributions and other benefits are not included.
Graduates per year from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey. Earnings and debt are College Scorecard field-of-study medians for graduates of this program at this campus (reported at the 4-digit program level, so closely related programs share a figure); "not reported" means too few graduates were counted to publish a figure.
About this school
Jones County Junior College is a public trade and career training campus in Ellisville, Mississippi, located in a distant town setting. The college participates in federal financial aid (Title IV), and select programs carry programmatic accreditation from the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing and the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology. Among its 23 program families, the most-awarded trade programs are LPN / LVN programs (80 completers), welding (58), and electrician training (52), out of 385 total trade completers.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 40.9%, which is below the Mississippi state average of 59.5%. Graduates who took out loans carried a median debt of $6,291, and median earnings 10 years after entry were $33,377. About 37.6% of students receive Pell Grants, pointing to a substantial share of lower-income enrollees. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data.
With undergraduate enrollment of 3,535 and a broad mix of short career-certificate programs alongside longer allied-health tracks like LPN and radiology technology, this campus can suit both first-time students and adult career-changers, though program length and schedule details are not stated here and should be confirmed directly with the school. Prospective students should verify accreditation status with the listed accreditors and review outcome data on the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard before enrolling. Contact information and the Scorecard link are provided below for direct verification.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Jones County Junior College offers 23 program families, with the most completers in LPN / LVN programs (80), welding (58), and electrician training (52). Other program areas include CDL training, CNA classes, cosmetology, HVAC, and more.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the college holds programmatic accreditation from the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing and the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology, and its accreditation status is listed as accredited.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this campus participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, and 37.6% of students receive Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 40.9%, which is below the Mississippi state average of 59.5%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $6,291, according to federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are $33,377, per federal data.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly for current tuition figures.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Jones County Junior College is a public institution, which often means lower tuition rates for in-state residents compared to for-profit schools.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program lengths are not reported in the available data; contact the school at (601) 477-4000 or visit jcjc.edu for specific program timelines.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can confirm accreditation with the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing and the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology, and review outcome data on the College Scorecard at the linked URL.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The mix of short career-certificate programs and longer allied-health tracks like LPN and radiologic technology may suit adult career-changers, though specific schedule and format details are not reported here.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing requirements vary by program and are not detailed in this data; contact the school to learn about specific licensure paths for programs like LPN or radiologic technology.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Jones County Junior College at (601) 477-4000 or visit https://www.jcjc.edu/ for application information.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data on nearby schools is not included in this listing; check the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?175883 to compare outcomes across institutions.
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Data: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey; College Scorecard June 2026; Database of Accredited Postsecondary Institutions and Programs (DAPIP), September 2026. Figures are the U.S. Department of Education's official measures, not Career Training Path's opinion. Tuition, schedules and program availability change — confirm with the school before enrolling.