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Jefferson State is the Top Choice for Graduating Seniors in the Birmingham Metro Area

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-- Sharon Davis

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Jefferson State Is

Jefferson State Is

Getting Ahead

Dual Enrollment

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A Career Builder

Purpose Built Education

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A Fast Track

Workforce Training

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A Foundation

Transfer & General Studies

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Meet our proud alumni.

Success Stories
A middle-aged man in a formal black uniform with fire department insignia stands in front of an American flag, smiling slightly.
1994

Clay Bentley

Fire Chief at Hoover Fire Department

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1996

Stephanie Woods

Regional Director at Kaiser Permanente

 John Finney, smiling in his restaurant
2015

John Finney

Owner/Operator at Henrietta's Deli

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