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Northeastern Junior College (NJC)
- 100 College Avenue
- Sterling, CO 80751
- OPEID College Code: 00136100
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- General Phone: (970) 521-6600
- President: Lance Bolton, Ph.d.
- Website: www.njc.edu
- Type: Public, 2-Year
- Calendar System: Semester
- Highest Degree: Associate's Degree
- Local Area: Rural Fringe
- Student Enrollment: 2,751
- College Alias: NJC, Northeastern
Basic Information
- Student Services
- Remedial Services Offered
- Academic or Career Counseling Services Offered
- Special Learning Opportunities
- Distance Learning Opportunities
- Weekend / Evening Classes Available
- Mission Statement
- Northeastern Junior College is a comprehensive two-year institution that is committed to providing excellence in learning, training, and service. We strive to produce skilled and knowledgeable students who transfer successfully and enter the workforce productively. We strive to enrich the quality of lives through affordable and accessible learning opportunities.
- Facilities and Programs Offered
- Library Available - NJC Library Profile
- College Carnegie Classifications
- Basic Classification Associates--Public Rural-Serving Large
- Undergraduate Classification Associates
- Undergraduate Profile Classification Higher Part-Time Two-Year
- Enrollment Classification Exclusively Undergraduate Two-Year
- Size Classification Small Two-Year
- College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credit
- Life Experience Credit
- AP Credit
- Applicant Considerations
- Open Admission Policy Accepts Any Student Who Applies
- Financial Aid Links and Information
- Percent of Students Receiving Financial Aid: 74%
Financial Aid Breakdown 2006-07
| Loan | Federal Grant | State/Local Grant | Institutional Grant | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (%) of Students Receiving | 44% | 38% | 26% | 35% |
| Avg Amount Receiving | $3,100 | $2,813 | $1,732 | $1,988 |
Federal Loan Default Rates
| 2006 | 2005 | 2004 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Default Rate (%) | 8.8% | 6.2% | 7.0% |
| Number in Default | 33 | 23 | 24 |
| Number in Repayment | 373 | 370 | 342 |
Undergraduate Student Expenses
| 2007-08 | 2006-07 | 2005-06 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition, Fees and Other Expenses | |||
| In-State Tuition and Fees | $2,400 | $2,382 | $2,315 |
| Out of State Tuition and Fees | $7,406 | $7,219 | $7,195 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,698 | $1,698 | $1,306 |
| Housing Expenses | |||
| On Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $5,321 | $5,162 | $5,121 |
| Other Expenses | $4,212 | $3,582 | $3,528 |
| Off Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $8,091 | $7,641 | $7,236 |
| Other Expenses | $4,212 | $3,582 | $3,528 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| Other Expenses | $4,068 | $3,582 | $3,528 |
| Total Expenses | |||
| On Campus | |||
| In-State | $13,631 | $12,824 | $12,270 |
| Out of State | $18,637 | $17,661 | $17,150 |
| Off Campus | |||
| In-State | $16,401 | $15,303 | $14,385 |
| Out of State | $21,407 | $20,140 | $19,265 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| In-State | $8,166 | $7,527 | $7,149 |
| Out of State | $13,172 | $12,364 | $12,029 |
Awarded Student Degrees and Programs
| Certificate | Associate | |
|---|---|---|
| Agriculture Operations | ||
| Agricultural Supplies, Retailing and Wholesaling | 5 | - |
| Agricultural Business Technology | 3 | - |
| Agricultural Production Operations | - | 6 |
| Ornamental Horticulture | - | 6 |
| Agricultural Business Operations | - | 5 |
| Farm and Ranch Management | 22 | - |
| Business and Marketing Studies | ||
| Business Administration and Management | - | 3 |
| Small Business Administration and Management | 1 | - |
| Family and Consumer Sciences | ||
| Child Development | - | 3 |
| Health and Clinical Professions | ||
| Emergency Medical Technology | 33 | - |
| Licensed Practical Nurse Training | 29 | - |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences | ||
| General Studies | - | 30 |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, Liberal Studies | - | 94 |
| Mechanic and Repair Technology | ||
| Automotive Mechanics Technology | - | 2 |
| Personal and Culinary Services | ||
| Cosmetology | 16 | - |
Additional Information
- Overall Student Enrollment
- Total Student Enrollment: 2,751 Undergraduate: 2,751
- Student Gender
- Total Student Gender Male: 1,063 Female: 1,688
- Undergraduate Gender Male: 1,063 Female: 1,688
- Student Attendance
- Total Student Attendance Full-Time: 823 Part-Time: 1,928
- Undergraduate Attendance Full-Time: 823 Part-Time: 1,928
Student Race Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Non-Resident Alien | 1 | 0.04% |
| American Indian | 26 | 0.9% |
| Black | 99 | 4% |
| Asian | 16 | 0.6% |
| Hispanic | 200 | 7% |
| White | 2,374 | 86% |
| Unknown | 35 | 1% |
Student Age Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Age Under 18 | 268 | 10% |
| Ages 18-19 | 604 | 22% |
| Ages 20-21 | 228 | 8% |
| Ages 22-24 | 154 | 6% |
| Ages 25-29 | 222 | 8% |
| Ages 30-34 | 189 | 7% |
| Ages 35-39 | 174 | 6% |
| Ages 40-49 | 427 | 16% |
| Ages 50-65 | 418 | 15% |
| Age Over 65 | 67 | 2% |
Employee Type Breakdown
| Total | Full-Time | Part-Time | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Employees | 236 | 160 | 76 |
| Faculty Status | 126 | 51 | 75 |
| Instruction, Research and/or Public Service | 126 | 51 | 75 |
| Primarily Instruction | 126 | 51 | 75 |
| Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial | 18 | 18 | - |
| Other Professionals | 43 | 43 | - |
| Technical and/or Paraprofessional | 49 | 48 | 1 |
| Clerical And Secretarial | 26 | 25 | 1 |
| Service and/or Maintenance | 23 | 23 | - |
Faculty Full-Time Average Salary Breakdown
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9/10 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $38,077 (51) | $37,660 (23) | $38,420 (28) |
| Equated 9 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $38,077 (51) | $37,660 (23) | $38,420 (28) |
Overall Athletic Team Information
- Member of National Junior College Athletic Association (Njcaa)
| Total | Men's Teams | Women's Teams | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Athlete Student Aid | |||
| Total Aid | $477,247 | $261,943 | $215,304 |
| Ratio (%) | 100% | 55% | 45% |
| Participants | |||
| All Athletes | 101 | 63 | 38 |
| Unduplicated Athletes | 101 | 63 | 38 |
| Baseball | 31 | 31 | - |
| Basketball | 27 | 12 | 15 |
| Volleyball | 13 | - | 13 |
| Rodeo | 30 | 20 | 10 |
| Coaches Salaries | |||
| Head Coaches | - | $2,416 | $2,416 |
| Assistant Coaches | - | $1,916 | $1,916 |
| Coaches | |||
| All Coaches | 13 | 8 | 5 |
| Baseball | 3 | 3 | - |
| Head Coaches | 1 | 1 | - |
| Assistant Coaches | 2 | 2 | - |
| Basketball | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Volleyball | 2 | - | 2 |
| Head Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Rodeo | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | - | - | - |
- Retention Rates
- Full-Time Entering Students Retained: 61%
- Part-Time Entering Students Retained: 30%
Graduation Rates
| (%) of Entering Class | |
|---|---|
| Overall | |
| All Students | 38% |
| By Gender | |
| Male | 28% |
| Female | 48% |
| By Race | |
| Non-Resident Alien | 100% |
| American Indian | 20% |
| Black | 11% |
| Asian | - |
| Hispanic | 11% |
| White | 44% |
Crime Statistics
| 2006-07 | 2005-06 | |
|---|---|---|
| Arrests | ||
| On Campus | ||
| Weapons Related | - | 1 |
| Drug Related | 4 | 3 |
| Liquor Related | 17 | 32 |
| Residence Hall | ||
| Weapons Related | - | 1 |
| Drug Related | 4 | 3 |
| Liquor Related | 17 | 32 |
| Criminal Offenses | ||
| On Campus | ||
| Burglary | - | 1 |
| Residence Hall | ||
| Burglary | - | 1 |
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