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Modesto Junior College
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Modesto Junior College Academics
Situated in the center of Central Valley, Modesto Junior College offers a variety of vocational and academic programs through two campuses: East campus, and West campus. Whether students are seeking an associate degree to assist with transfer to a four-year institution, or looking to gain new job skills for entry into the workforce, Modesto Junior College has a program to fit their needs.
Accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges, Modesto Junior College offers nine areas of study, including agriculture, environmental sciences, & technical education; allied health/family & consumer sciences; business, behavioral & social sciences; arts, humanities, & communication; physical education, health education, recreation & dance; science, mathematics, & engineering; literature & language arts; community & economic development; and, library & information technology.
Agriculture, environmental sciences, & technical education programs provide students with a variety of hands-on training. The allied health/family & consumer sciences division offers associate degrees and certificates in such areas as dental assisting, culinary arts, and interior design. The business, behavioral & social sciences division consists of several academic departments which offer associate degrees and certificates. Many of the two-year programs are used to transfer to four-year institutions. Within the arts, humanities & communication division students may choose an associate degree program in art, journalism, photography, humanities, music, theatre & dance, television & film, radio & recording arts, or speech communication. The physical education, health education, recreation & dance division provides instructional programs for students to help learn about health fitness and how to maintain healthy lifestyles. The science, mathematics & engineering division prepares students for transfer to four-year institutions to earn a bachelor’s degree. The literature & language arts department consists of five areas of concentration including foreign languages, reading, American Sign Language, English, and English as a second language. The community & economic development division consists of public safety courses, workforce training, and community education. In addition, the library & information technology division maintains two libraries, media services, television production, three computer labs, distance education (which offers online classes and telecourses), technology services and photography.
Modesto Junior College Admissions
Modesto Junior College is open to all students interested in higher education, who have graduated with a high school diploma or equivalent. Prospective students are required to fill out and submit an admissions application (available online at the school website). In addition, students should schedule to take an assessment test. For additional information regarding admissions, go to the school website.
International students should contact an International Student Program (ISP) representative for admission requirements, instructions, and additional forms.
Modesto Junior College Financial Aid
Modesto Junior College offers several financial aid options to qualifying students, including grants, loans, scholarships, and work study programs. All students are required to fill out and submit a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) to be considered for financial assistance.
The college financial aid office is available to assist students with the financial aid process. In addition, the school website provides detailed information about the types of aid available along with descriptions of each.
Modesto Junior College Students
Modesto Junior College serves many students including high school graduates, transfers, international students, as well as working adults and professionals. For that reason, there are two campuses—East Campus, and West Campus to meet the needs of its students.
Modesto Junior College has many opportunities for students to be involved in campus life. Students can join any of the many clubs and organizations, enjoy intercollegiate sports, and participate in student government. The college also offers many services to its students including a career center with job placement services, counseling services, tutoring, health services, and academic advising. Students also have easy access to public transportation so they may enjoy area attractions and campus events and activities.
Modesto Junior College Athletics
Modesto Junior College supports over 20 intercollegiate sports teams including, men’s baseball, basketball, football, cross country, golf, soccer, water polo, swimming, wrestling, track, and tennis; as well as women’s basketball, cross country, track, volleyball, golf, soccer, softball, swimming, water polo, and cheerleading. Pirates are the team mascot.
Information Summary
Ranks 1564th overall and 116th in California
| Overall Score
On StateUniversity.com (about) |
61.4 |
|---|---|
| Total Cost
On-Campus Attendance |
$1,122 |
| Admission
Success rate |
N/A |
| Student Ratio
Ratio of students to faculty |
26 : 1 |
| Retention
(Full-Time / Part-Time) |
71% / 45% |
| Enrollment
Total (all students) |
18,034 |
Demographics – Main Campus and Surrounding Areas
Reported area around or near Modesto, CA 95350-5800
| Surrounding community | Midsize city (inside urban area, pop. between 100,000 to 250,000) |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 52,862 (52,862 urban / N/A rural) |
| Households | 19,814 (2.62 people per house) |
| Families | 13,451 (3.15 people per family) |
| Pop. — African American | 2,403 |
| Pop. — Asian | 3,409 |
| Pop. — Pacific Islander | 591 |
| Pop. — American Indian / Alaskan Native | 1,482 |
| Pop. — White (incl. Hispanic) | 41,735 |
| Pop. — Other | 6,538 |
Carnegie Foundation Classification
Associate's — Public Rural-serving Large
| Undergraduate | Associates |
|---|---|
| Graduate | N/A |
| Undergraduate Population | Higher part-time two-year |
| Enrollment | Exclusively undergraduate two-year |
| Size & Setting | Large two-year |
General Characteristics
| Highest offering | Associate's degree |
|---|---|
| Calendar System | Semester |
| Years of college work required | N/A |
| Variable Tuition |  |
Special Learning Opportunities
| Distance Learning | |
|---|---|
| ROTC — Army / Navy / Air Force |  —
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| Study Abroad | |
| Weekend College | |
| Teacher Certification | |
Student Tuition Costs and Fees
What are the typical tuition costs and fees for attending Modesto Junior College?
Ranks 3864th for total cost of attendance
| In District | In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|---|
| FT Undergraduate Tuition | $480 | $480 | $4,632 |
| FT Undergraduate Required Fees | $42 | $42 | $42 |
| PT Undergraduate per Credit Hour | $20 | $20 | $193 |
| FT Graduate Tuition | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| FT Graduate Required Fees | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| PT Graduate per Credit Hour | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Total Cost of Attendance — On-Campus | $1,122 | $1,122 | $5,274 |
| Total Cost of Attendance — Off-Campus w/out Family | $12,596 | $12,596 | $16,748 |
| Total Cost of Attendance — Off-Campus with Family | $3,992 | $3,992 | $8,144 |
Student Tuition Cost History and Trends
Three year history and trends on the cost of attending
| In District | In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Published Tuition & Fees | $662  $522 |
$662  $522 |
$4,284  $4,674 |
| Cost (regardless of residency) | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Books & Supplies | $600  $600 |
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| On-Campus – Room & Board | N/A  N/A |
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| On-Campus – Other Expenses | N/A  N/A |
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| Off-Campus w/out Family – Room & Board | $8,418  $8,418 |
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| Off-Campus w/out Family – Other Expenses | $3,056  $3,056 |
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| Off-Campus with Family – Room & Board | $2,870  $2,870 |
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Admission Criteria
What criteria does Modesto Junior College use for admissions?
| Open Admissions | |
|---|---|
| Secondary School GPA / Rank / Record | N/A / N/A / N/A |
| College Prep. Completion | N/A |
| Recommendations | N/A |
| Formal competency demo | N/A |
| Admission test scores | N/A |
| TOEFL | N/A |
| Other tests | N/A |
= Required, 
= Recommended, 
= Neither required nor recommended
Admission Credits Accepted
What types of credits does Modesto Junior College accept?
| Dual Credit | |
|---|---|
| Life Experience | |
| Advanced Placement (AP) | |
Student Services
| Remedial Services | |
|---|---|
| Academic / Career Counseling | |
| PT Cost-defraying Employment | |
| Career Placement | |
| On-Campus Day Care | |
| Library Facility | |
Student Living
| First-time Room / Board Required | |
|---|---|
| Dorm Capacity | N/A |
| Meals per Week | N/A |
| Room Fee | N/A |
| Board Fee | N/A |
Student Financial Aid Details
How many students use Financial Aid, and how much do they use?
| Average | Users | % of Attendees | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Federal Grant Aid | $3,120 | 356 |  29% |
| State & Local Grant Aid | $1,143 | 535 |  44% |
| Institutional Grant Aid | N/A | N/A |  0% |
| Student Loan Aid | N/A | N/A |  0% |
| Any financial aid type | 537 |  44% |
Student Enrollment Demographics
How many students are enrolled at Modesto Junior College?
| Men | Women | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
Non Resident Alien | 13 | 29 | 42 |
Black Non-Hispanic | 230 | 307 | 537 |
Hispanic | 2,031 | 2,897 | 4,928 |
Asian / Pacific Islander | 643 | 856 | 1,499 |
American Indian / Alaskan Native | 76 | 150 | 226 |
White Non-Hispanic | 3,060 | 4,694 | 7,754 |
Race Unknown | 1,274 | 1,774 | 3,048 |
| Total | 7,327 | 10,707 | 18,034 |
Most Popular Fields of Study
The top 5 fields of study completed at Modesto Junior College.
| Men | Women | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 147 | 261 | 408 | |
| 3 | 178 | 181 | |
| 28 | 119 | 147 | |
| 49 | 63 | 112 | |
| 39 | 72 | 111 |
Student Completion / Graduation Demographics
How many students are successful graduates?
Faculty Compensation / Salaries
Modesto Junior College Ranks 439th for the average full-time faculty salary.
| Tenure system | |
|---|---|
| Average FT Salary | $72,668 ($73,400 male / $71,817 female) |
| Number of FT Faculty | 253 (136 male / 117 female) |
| Number of PT Faculty | 338 |
| FT Faculty Ratio | 0.7 : 1 |
| Total Benefits | $4,584,095 |
Modesto Junior College Summary
The following paragraph provided courtesy of wikipedia.
The Modesto Junior College is a community college located in Central Valley’s Modesto, California. Sports at Modesto Junior College include Men’s Intercollegiate Baseball; Men’s Intercollegiate, Women’s Intercollegiate, Men’s Intramural and Women’s Intramural Basketball; Men’s Intercollegiate and Women’s Intercollegiate Cross_country; Men’s Intercollegiate and Men’s Intramural Football; Men’s Intercollegiate and Women’s Intercollegiate Golf; Men’s Intercollegiate and Women’s Intercollegiate Soccer; Women’s Intercollegiate and Women’s Intramural Softball; Men’s Intramural and Women’s Intramural Table_tennis; Men’s Intercollegiate and Women’s Intercollegiate Track_and_field; Women’s Intercollegiate, Men’s Intramural and Women’s Intramural Volleyball; Men’s Intercollegiate Wrestling.
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