Admissions FAQ
Why should I apply to JSCC early?
Applying early has no downside. The Admissions Office processes your application and "clears" you to register earlier. You might qualify for more scholarships by submitting your paperwork earlier. You will have more time for advising in a more relaxed atmosphere. Just as importantly, the courses that you need to take may still be open. If you wait, classes begin to fill.
Where do I start?
Consider this your invitation to make an appointment with one of our admissions recruiters today - (731) 425-8844. These specially-trained counselors will provide helpful, relevant information to help you make the best educational decision.
I'm not sure about a major.
Our Student Services staff will be happy to help you examine career trends. You can choose from Internet searches, take a career interest inventory, or talk to our knowledgeable staff about local or national career trends. Our faculty also have a wealth of knowledge about career trends and potential transfer to universities.
I'll need funding to help pay for school.
Contact the Financial Aid Office at (731) 425-2605 to learn about financial aid and scholarship opportunities. Also, check out their website.
I'm too old to start school. I just know I can't do the work.
The average age of JSCC students is 27. Whether you're 18 and just starting your educational journey, or 48 and retraining for future opportunities, JSCC can be your springboard to success. You'll find personalized service from professionals whose primary focus is student learning. Try it today!
I didn't do well in high school. -or- I'm a GED recipient. -or- I did well before in school; will JSCC challenge me?
JSCC is a multi-faceted educational resource that works to not only assist any student who needs to enhance skills, or to prepare and challenge the most advanced student. Learning takes place both inside and outside the classroom. JSCC is not only where you begin, but where you can begin again in higher education in West Tennessee.
Do my JSCC credits transfer? Will my degree make me more marketable?
JSCC is fully accredited by SACS, the agency that accredits colleges and universities in the southeast. Our allied health, nursing and industrial technology programs have earned national accreditation as well. Universities, colleges and the military actively recruit JSCC graduates. In fact, some colleges in the area offer transfer scholarships to JSCC graduates. The Professional and Technical Studies area works diligently to assist career program graduates with placement after graduation.