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Jamestown Community College

Jamestown, NY·Public·1,739 students
Last updated: March 22, 2026

A good fit for families who need the lowest possible cost and students who want small classes and close faculty access. no major red flags in the data. a public school with 1,739 students.

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Accept
1,739
Students
$9,850
Net Price
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Grad Rate
$35,200
Earnings
10 yr
$10,990
Debt

About This School

Jamestown Community College is a public institution located in Jamestown, New York with approximately 1,739 undergraduate students enrolled. The average net price after financial aid is $9,850 per year. Typical graduates earn $35,200 within 10 years of enrollment.

Jamestown Community College is a public community college with campuses in Jamestown and Olean, New York. It is part of the State University of New York system. JCC also has extension centers in Dunkirk, New York and Warren, Pennsylvania. The college offers more than 60 degree and certificate programs.

This is a strong option for Western New York students looking to keep costs low — at just $9,507/year average net price and a median graduation debt of only $6,037, it's one of the more affordable paths through higher education. With over 60 programs and campuses in Jamestown, Olean, and beyond as part of the SUNY system, there's real flexibility here. That said, median earnings of $35,200 a decade out are modest, so think carefully about which program you're entering and whether it leads to a credential with clear local job demand.

Founded
1950
Setting
Distant town
Avg Faculty Salary
$7,502

Popular Programs

Health Professions23%
Business & Marketing11%
Computer Science6%
Biological Sciences6%
Visual & Performing Arts5%
Communications1%
Engineering1%

Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.

Notable Alumni

Natalie Merchant

Source: Wikidata. Used for context only.

Admissions

SAT Scores

Average CompositeN/A

ACT Scores

Midpoint CompositeN/A

Cost & Financial Aid

In-State Tuition
$6,840
Out-of-State Tuition
$6,840
Avg Net Price
$9,850
after aid

Net Price by Family Income

Under $30k$7,229
$30–48k$8,662
$48–75k$11,895
$75–110k$13,776
$110k+$16,306

Average annual cost after grants/scholarships, by household income. Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.

Financial Aid

Students receiving Pell Grants25%
Median debt at graduation$10,990

Full Cost

After Graduation

Graduation Rate
N/A
within 6 years
Retention Rate
N/A
freshmen returning
Earnings (10 yr)
$35,200
after enrollment
Median Debt
$10,990
at graduation

Earnings 6 Years After Enrollment, by Gender

Male graduates$31,000
Female graduates$25,300

Gap: 18% less for female graduates. National avg ~16%.

Will This School Pay Off?

Median Debt
$10,990
at graduation
Earnings (6 yr)
$27,900
after enrollment
Earnings (10 yr)
$35,200
after enrollment
Earnings-to-Debt Ratio: 3.2x

Strong return. Graduates earn well above their debt load.

Earnings data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. These are means across all graduates, not specific to any major.

Student Body

White74%
Black5%
Hispanic/Latino8%
Asian1%
Two or more races4%
American Indian/Alaska Native2%
International4%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (1,739 undergraduates).

Contact & Location

Address

Jamestown Community College

525 Falconer St

Jamestown, NY 14701

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Sources & Methodology

Data

Primary data source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Accessed via automated sync. Latest values may come from different reporting years depending on the metric.

Contextual Enrichment

School overview from Wikipedia. Used for context only, not as a primary data source for admissions, cost, or outcomes claims.

Important Caveats
  • Earnings figures are institution-level averages, not major-specific.
  • Some metrics are based on Title IV financial aid recipients only.
  • Some values may be privacy-suppressed or rolled up by the Department of Education.
  • Contact the school directly for current admissions requirements and costs.
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