Joliet Junior College is the most affordable community/junior college in the state of Illinois. J.J.C. has an open-door policy for students who are looking to continue their education after interruptions in life or who are looking for a fresh start in their academic career. J.J.C. also has a very diverse student population, not only from the Chicagoland area but from across the country and even around the world.
Do you have any tips for prospective students?
Determine your academic goals. If you plan to transfer to a four-year institution with a major all planned out, consult with a counselor AND an academic advisor to map your class schedules for the next 2 to 3 years; same rules apply if you plan to obtain only your Associates degree or technical/vocational certificate.
If you are undecided about your major, J.J.C. has a wonderful Career Services dept. with a terrific staff that can assist you in selecting a career and give you all the details about a job (skill set, salary, etc.) Once you determine your skill strengths and weaknesses, your next step would be to consult with a counselor and an academic advisor to plan out your class schedules.
Do you find there’s enough academic rigor at your school?
Overall curriculum can be challenging to students but depends on various factors (learning style, commitment to class, interaction with instructors, etc.)
If a student is struggling, consult with the instructor as soon as possible--DO NOT wait until midterms, finals or other important assignment deadlines to ask for help. J.J.C. offers tutoring services for various subjects (Writing, Math, Science, etc.) and general academic skills in both online and in-person formats.
Describe the dorm life at your college.
Fully furnished units, private bedrooms and other great amenities, in an environment that promotes personal growth and community responsibility with respect for individual differences.
The Students First residence life program provides students with activities, events, resources and information he or she needs to make time at J.J.C. both memorable and successful.
Located within walking distance to main campus. Financial aid accepted (for those who qualify).
Describe the food and dining at your college.
There is a newly remodeled cafeteria, coffee bistro, and smoothie bar multiplex conveniently located at the crossroads of three campus building wings. Snack kiosks are available at three different locations on campus during midday hours. The Chef's Table, located on northwest side of campus, is a full-service restaurant, providing table service with a friendly atmosphere and features contemporary American cuisine, all prepared from scratch by talented culinary students.
Major credit and debit cards are accepted. Student dining cards are available for financial aid students.
What’s there to do for fun at your college?
Terrific athletic dept. (baseball, basketball, soccer, softball, volleyball, cheerleading). Spectacular fine arts dept. including theater productions, band/chorale recitals, and art gallery. Recreational activities including fitness center, nature trails, and cyber cafe. Campus publications including student newspaper and student literary magazine. Year-round campus-wide activities.
Do you feel you’re getting value for the money you’re spending on college?
Most affordable in-state and out of state community college tuition, per credit hour. Financial aid and scholarships available for those who qualify.
Multitude of student services available including special departments/programs for student veterans, minority students, students with disabilities, and honor students.
Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus
There is a bridge located on the west side of the main campus where a lot of the campus-wide activities are held. The bridge has a fantastic view of a man-made lake running through the campus as well as an erected memorial on the center part of the bridge honoring military veterans who had attended J.J.C. in the past.
Which types of students will excel at your college?
Commuter students, Distance education/online students, Non-traditional students (25 and over), Military students (active duty/veteran), Minority students (regardless of gender, race, religion, or sexual orientation)
Are you involved in any clubs or activities?
There are approximately 30-40 active clubs and organizations on campus including honorary societies, multicultural organizations, political groups, professional groups, recreational groups, spiritual groups, and special interest groups.
During the fall and spring semesters, a campus-wide club and organizational recruiting event called J.J.C. Mainstreet is held along with a Welcome Week event during the first week of each semester, including summer sessions.
Are you involved in any clubs or activities?
Unfortunately, there are no fraternities or sororities at Joliet Junior College. The only Greek Life on campus are either academic or major-specific honor societies including Phi Theta Kappa International (General Academic), Alpha Beta Gamma (Business), Delta Psi Omega (Theater), and Sigma Delta Mu/Alpha Mu Gamma (Foreign Languages)
How would you describe campus safety? Do you feel safe on campus?
Currently, the J.J.C. Police Departmentâ??s staff of twelve sworn highly-trained Police Officers is supplemented by fifteen full and part-time civilian, non-sworn, Campus Safety Officers, six Dispatchers, three Records Clerks, one Department Secretary as well as several Student Workers.
Each year, notification of crime statistics is made to students, faculty and staff through the J.J.C. Student Handbook and the J.J.C.P.D. informational booklet. Copies of the report may also be obtained on the J.J.C.P.D. Web site and at the JJCPD headquarters located on Main Campus
Joliet Junior College is the most affordable community/junior college in the state of Illinois. J.J.C. has an open-door policy for students who are looking to continue their education after interruptions in life or who are looking for a fresh start in their academic career. J.J.C. also has a very diverse student population, not only from the Chicagoland area but from across the country and even around the world.
Determine your academic goals. If you plan to transfer to a four-year institution with a major all planned out, consult with a counselor AND an academic advisor to map your class schedules for the next 2 to 3 years; same rules apply if you plan to obtain only your Associates degree or technical/vocational certificate. If you are undecided about your major, J.J.C. has a wonderful Career Services dept. with a terrific staff that can assist you in selecting a career and give you all the details about a job (skill set, salary, etc.) Once you determine your skill strengths and weaknesses, your next step would be to consult with a counselor and an academic advisor to plan out your class schedules.
Overall curriculum can be challenging to students but depends on various factors (learning style, commitment to class, interaction with instructors, etc.) If a student is struggling, consult with the instructor as soon as possible--DO NOT wait until midterms, finals or other important assignment deadlines to ask for help. J.J.C. offers tutoring services for various subjects (Writing, Math, Science, etc.) and general academic skills in both online and in-person formats.
Fully furnished units, private bedrooms and other great amenities, in an environment that promotes personal growth and community responsibility with respect for individual differences. The Students First residence life program provides students with activities, events, resources and information he or she needs to make time at J.J.C. both memorable and successful. Located within walking distance to main campus. Financial aid accepted (for those who qualify).
There is a newly remodeled cafeteria, coffee bistro, and smoothie bar multiplex conveniently located at the crossroads of three campus building wings. Snack kiosks are available at three different locations on campus during midday hours. The Chef's Table, located on northwest side of campus, is a full-service restaurant, providing table service with a friendly atmosphere and features contemporary American cuisine, all prepared from scratch by talented culinary students. Major credit and debit cards are accepted. Student dining cards are available for financial aid students.
Terrific athletic dept. (baseball, basketball, soccer, softball, volleyball, cheerleading). Spectacular fine arts dept. including theater productions, band/chorale recitals, and art gallery. Recreational activities including fitness center, nature trails, and cyber cafe. Campus publications including student newspaper and student literary magazine. Year-round campus-wide activities.
Most affordable in-state and out of state community college tuition, per credit hour. Financial aid and scholarships available for those who qualify. Multitude of student services available including special departments/programs for student veterans, minority students, students with disabilities, and honor students.
There is a bridge located on the west side of the main campus where a lot of the campus-wide activities are held. The bridge has a fantastic view of a man-made lake running through the campus as well as an erected memorial on the center part of the bridge honoring military veterans who had attended J.J.C. in the past.
Commuter students, Distance education/online students, Non-traditional students (25 and over), Military students (active duty/veteran), Minority students (regardless of gender, race, religion, or sexual orientation)
There are approximately 30-40 active clubs and organizations on campus including honorary societies, multicultural organizations, political groups, professional groups, recreational groups, spiritual groups, and special interest groups. During the fall and spring semesters, a campus-wide club and organizational recruiting event called J.J.C. Mainstreet is held along with a Welcome Week event during the first week of each semester, including summer sessions.
Unfortunately, there are no fraternities or sororities at Joliet Junior College. The only Greek Life on campus are either academic or major-specific honor societies including Phi Theta Kappa International (General Academic), Alpha Beta Gamma (Business), Delta Psi Omega (Theater), and Sigma Delta Mu/Alpha Mu Gamma (Foreign Languages)
Currently, the J.J.C. Police Departmentâ??s staff of twelve sworn highly-trained Police Officers is supplemented by fifteen full and part-time civilian, non-sworn, Campus Safety Officers, six Dispatchers, three Records Clerks, one Department Secretary as well as several Student Workers. Each year, notification of crime statistics is made to students, faculty and staff through the J.J.C. Student Handbook and the J.J.C.P.D. informational booklet. Copies of the report may also be obtained on the J.J.C.P.D. Web site and at the JJCPD headquarters located on Main Campus