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Jefferson offers the personalized support you need to reach your academic and career
goals. We’re a close-knit community of people from across New York and around the
world—a place where people get to know each other.
Our academic options start you on an affordable path to a bachelor’s degree, prepare
you to begin a career right away, or let you quickly build new skills. Our faculty
will inspire you and invest in your success. They bring deep knowledge of their fields
plus real-world experience and connections. Our campus sits among lakes, rivers, and
woodlands. Students live on campus or in the community, including nearby Fort Drum.
We take a lot of pride in our new and renovated facilities and the beautiful campus
we have. See for yourself—visit Jefferson and start mapping your future, or apply today.
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Live On Campus
A new, all-suite residence hall offers nearly 300 full-time students easy access to
class, dining, recreation, and every facet of campus life. Learn more and apply.
Flexible education
- 40+ programs, including nine you can earn entirely online
- Transfer and career options—earn an associate’s degree as a step toward a bachelor’s, or graduate ready for a job
- Classes to fit your schedule—choose from 4-, 8-, or 15-week classes offered daytime
or evening
- In-person, online, and hybrid courses (including classes at Fort Drum)
- On-campus bachelor’s and graduate programs offered by partner schools
- Pre-certification and online training for building job-ready skills
Affordable tuition
- High-quality education that costs less than four-year schools
- 82 % of Jefferson students receive financial aid
Personalized support
- Average class size of just 17 students
- Academic advisors to help you chart your path
- Targeted support for first-time college students, students that need extra help, and
military/veteran students
- Full-service job placement and career counseling services
Complete college experience
- On-campus housing for full-time students in our modern, all-suite residence hall
- 13 Cannoneer NJCAA Division III sports teams
- More than 30 student clubs and organizations
- Military Times Best for Vets: Colleges 2021 designation
- Classes and support staff at Education Center on Fort Drum
- Six online degrees
- About 42% of students are active duty, veterans, or military family members
Experience it for yourself. Come to our next College Open House event.
Enrollment Services
[email protected]
(315) 786-2437
Jules Center, building 6, suite 6-010
Office Hours
Monday - Thursday, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.