Accreditation – SACSCOC Statement
Jefferson State Community College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award the Associate in Arts, Associate in Science, and the Associate in Applied Science degrees. Jefferson State Community College also may offer credentials such as certificates and diplomas at approved degree levels. Questions about the accreditation of Jefferson State Community College may be directed in writing to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA 30033-4097, by calling (404) 679-4500, or by using information available on SACSCOC’s website (www.sacscoc.org).
Cashier’s Office
The Higher Education Act of 1965 (HEA), as amended by the Higher Education Opportunity Act of 2008 (HEOA), includes many disclosure and reporting requirements. A disclosure requirement is information that a post-secondary education institution is required to distribute or make available to another party, such as students or employees. A reporting requirement is information submitted to the US Department of Education or other agencies.
Below is a summary of consumer information that must be disclosed to all students at Jefferson State Community College. Each topic listed has a web resource that redirects to a detailed listing and how it may be obtained. If you need assistance obtaining information listed below or you would like a paper copy, contact the office of the Vice President for Student Affairs or the representative contact listed under each section.
General Institutional Information
- Student Grievance and Complaint/Appeals Process
- Privacy of Student Records – Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA)
- Equal Opportunity Statement
- Facilities and Services Available to Students with Disabilities
- Student Body Diversity — See Attached Documents (Fall Facts + IPEDS Report)
- Student Organizations and Activities
Intercollegiate Athletic Program Participation Rates and Financial Support Data
Cost of Attendance
- Cost of Attending the College
- Net Price Calculator
- Textbook Information
- College Navigator — To compare the cost of attending Jefferson State Community College to the cost of other similar colleges, you may access the National Center for Education Statistics College Navigator
Refund Policy
Withdrawal Procedures
Repayment Policy
Academic Programs
Undergraduate Educational Programs
- Transfer/General Studies Division
- Career/Professional Programs
- Distance Education
- Fast Track Certificate Programs
Instructional Facilities
- Jefferson Campus
- Shelby-Hoover Campus
- St. Clair-Pell City Campus
- Chilton-Clanton Campus
- Distance Education
Faculty
- Information on the College’s faculty is available from various College departments and in the College Catalog and Student Handbook. Click here for the employee directory.
Transfer of Credit Policies and Articulation Agreements
Computer Use and File Sharing
Student Right to Know Act – Student Outcomes – Fall 2013 Cohort/Job Placement Rates
The Student Right-to-Know Act Also known as the “Student Right-to-Know and Campus Security Act” (P.L. 101-542) was passed by Congress November 9, 1990. Title I, Section 103, requires institutions eligible for Title IV funding to calculate completion or graduation rates of certificate- or degree-seeking, full-time students entering that institution, and to disclose these rates to all students and prospective students. These rates must be calculated after three years from initial entry, which is 150% of the time for a two-year degree.
Of the Jefferson State Community College’s Fall 2022 population of 8,435 students enrolled, there was an initial cohort of 963 first time, degree or certificate seeking full-time students. Of this initial cohort (224 students), 23% graduated from Jefferson State Community College in the 150%, 3-year time span and 37% of this initial cohort (353 students) transferred to another college or university.
For additional information, such as job placement data, please visit Student Achievement – Jefferson State.
Information About Student Financial Assistance
- Financial Aid Department Policies and Procedures Manual
- Contact information for Assistance in Obtaining Institutional or Financial
Aid Information
Federal Student Financial Aid Eligibility is No Longer Impacted by Drug Law Violations
College Financing Plan
This is a tool used to notify students about their financial aid package. It is a standardized form that is designed to simplify the information that prospective students receive about costs and financial aid so that they can easily compare institutions and make informed decisions about where to attend school.
- To access this form, log in to myJSCC > oneACCS Online Services>Financial Aid>click on College Financing Plan
Student Loan Information
Availability of Institutional and Financial Aid Information
- Student Financial Aid Information
- Federal & State Financial Aid Programs
- Rights and Responsibilities of Students Receiving Financial Aid
Career and Job Placement Services
SMS Terms and Conditions
Health and Safety/Campus Crime & Security Information
- Drug and Alcohol Free Campus
- Sexual Assault Violence Elimination Act
- Annual Security Report
- Title IX Information
Vaccination
Jefferson State Community College does not have a policy regarding vaccinations; however, the College is concerned about the health and well-being of all members of the College community. In this regard, JSCC encourages all students and employees to remain current on vaccinations as suggested by appropriate health authorities. The College has also initiated measures to inform students and employees of tips for preventing the spread of flu and other airborne diseases. Health programs may require proof of vaccinations in order to attend clinical rotations.
Voter Registration Information
Voter registration forms are available daily through the Enrollment Services Office at any campus and in the ADA Accommodations Office. We also conduct voter registration drives during periods of state and national elections. For more information on voting, visit either of these sites:
- United States Election Assistance Commission
- Alabama Votes — The State of Alabama’s Official Election Center
Teacher Preparation Program
The Teacher Preparation Program Report is not applicable to Jefferson State Community College.