Pay for College

In-District Residents
$116.00 tuition + $35 fees = $151 per credit hour

Illinois Out-of-District
$390.00 tuition + $35 fees = $425.00 per credit hour

Out-of-State/Out-of-Country
$425.00 tuition + $35 fees = $460.00 per credit hour

Differential Tuition*

• $232.00 tuition + $35 fees = $267.00 per credit hour (DMS, NURS, RADT and RESP courses)
• $174.00 tuition + $35 fees = $209.00 per credit hour (AS, EEAS, EMS and WLDG courses)
   

Fees include: $10 technology fee, $4 student service fee and a $21 capital assessment fee per credit hour. Each course will also have a separate course fee, which is not included in the listed tuition and fees.  A course fee of $35.00 is added to all online and hybrid sections.  Tuition for all students taking online classes is at an in-district rate.  Fees do not include books or supplies. Tuition and fees are subject to change. Call (815) 280-6688 for the most current information.

*Differential Tuition:  Select high demand programs with greater associated costs to run and/or whose participants have the opportunity for competitive wages upon graduation will be subject to a differential tuition rate.

JJC In-District Residents
$116.00 tuition + $35 fees = $151 per credit hour

Illinois Out-of-District
$390.00 tuition + $35 fees = $425.00 per credit hour

Out-of-State/Out-of-Country
$425.00 tuition + $35 fees = $460.00 per credit hour

Differential Tuition*

$232.00 tuition + $35 fees = $267.00 per credit hour (DMS, NURS, RADT and RESP courses)

$174.00 tuition + $35 fees = $209.00 per credit hour (AS, EEAS, EMS and WLDG courses)

Fees include: $10 technology fee, $4 student service fee and a $21 capital assessment fee per credit hour. Each course will also have a separate course fee, which is not included in the listed tuition and fees.  Tuition for all students taking online classes is at an in-district rate.  A $35 course fee is added to all online and hybrid sections.  Fees do not include books or supplies. Tuition and fees are subject to change. Call (815) 280-6688 for the most current information.

*Differential Tuition:  Select high demand programs with greater associated costs to run and/or whose participants have the opportunity for competitive wages upon graduation will be subject to a differential tuition rate.

JJC In-District Residents
$116.00 tuition + $35 fees = $151.00 per credit hour

Illinois Out-of-District
$390.00 tuition + $35 fees = $425.00 per credit hour

Out-of-State/Out-of-Country
$425.00 tuition + $35 fees = $460.00 per credit hour

Differential Tuition*
$232.00 tuition + $35.00 fees = $267.00 per credit hour (DMS, NURS, RADT and RESP courses)

$174.00 tuition + $35.00 fees = $209.00 per credit hour (AS, EEAS, EMS and WLDG courses)

Fees include: $10 technology fee, $4 student service fee and a $21 capital assessment fee per credit hour. Each course will also have a separate course fee, which is not included in the listed tuition and fees.  A $35 course fee is added to all online and hybrid sections.  Tuition for all students taking online classes is at an in-district rate.  Fees do not include books or supplies. Tuition and fees are subject to change. Call (815) 280-6688 for the most current information.

*Differential Tuition:  Select high demand programs with greater associated costs to run and/or whose participants have the opportunity for competitive wages upon graduation will be subject to a differential tuition rate.

Technology Fee

The college’s technology fee funds the technology replacement plan program for the college’s computers, hardware, servers, etc., as well as investments in new technologies.

Student Service Fee

The college’s student fee funds several programs including athletics, student clubs, the emergency notification/text-messaging system and student IDs.

Capital Assessment Fee

The college’s capital assessment fee funds debt service on bonds related to construction and capital projects including infrastructure replacements and building projects.

Course/Lab Fees – varies depending on the course

The college’s course fees are used for instructional purposes to fund equipment, lab supplies, and other needs specific to that program of study. (Example: food supplies for the culinary program.)

• Tax documents are mailed by the end of January for a closed calendar tax year.
• 2017 1098T forms and thereafter can be obtained via MyJJC
  • No longer have access to MyJJC?  Request a duplicate or a past year's 1098-T 

For calendar years  2015 - 2017, your Form 1098-T included a figure in Box 2 that represented the qualified tuition and related expenses (QTRE) we billed to your student account for the calendar (tax) year. Due to a change to institutional reporting requirements under federal law, beginning with tax year 2018, we will report in Box 1 the amount of QTRE you paid during the year.

Depending on your income (or your family’s income, if you are a dependent), whether you were considered full- or half-time enrolled, and the amount of your qualified educational expenses for the year, you may be eligible for a federal education tax credit. (You can find detailed information about claiming education tax credits in IRS Publication 970 (PDF), page 9.)

The dollar amounts reported on your Form 1098-T may assist you in completing IRS Form 8863 – the form used for calculating the education tax credits that a taxpayer may claim as part of your tax return.

Joliet Junior College is unable to provide you with individual tax advice, but should you have questions, you should seek the counsel of an informed tax preparer or adviser.

Below is a blank sample of the 1098T form.  Forms are mailed by the end of January. 

To contact the IRS for any further tax related question, please visit www.irs.gov or call the IRS at 1-800-829-3676.

Accessing Your 1098T

1. Log in to your account through the access MyJJC and choose the 'Self-Service' app; log in again if prompted.
2. From the self-service menu, choose 'Tax Information'. You will then be able to select the applicable tax year and print your 1098T.
3. Benefits of accessing your 1098-T electronically:
   • You get access to your 1098-T earlier than the traditional mailing process.
   • Online access eliminates the chance that your 1098-T will get lost, misdirected or delayed during delivery or misplaced once you receive it.
   • You can view your 1098-T form via MyJJC 24/7 and have access to past 1098-T forms (starting with calendar year 2017)
   • Signing up for online access is easy and secure.
4. Do you need to correct your social security number (SSN) or tax identification number (TIN)? Please print and complete a W-9S form (PDF) and return to our Records Office (A-1020).

Important: Out of State Students

If you choose an academic program that involves earning a license (such as nursing or veterinary medical technology) and you either live out of state or plan to live out of state after graduating from JJC, this may affect your ability to practice in that state.

More Information For Out-of-State Students

Where can I make payment for a Dual Credit enrollment fee?

Payments for 2023 Fall (8/21/23 - 12/15/23) and thereafter can be made via the JJC portal MyJJC < self-service menu < students <  pay bill & view financial  < view account and pay your bill

Prior to 2023 Fall semester, in order to reduce overall college costs, JJC Dual Credit General Education courses charged a $50.00 enrollment fee per course.  Career & Technical courses were offered at no charge.  Students that qualify for free & reduced lunch at their high school were not charged for any dual credit course.  For further information regarding current Dual Credit processes, please visit the Dual Credit Admissions page.

2023 Summer and prior semester Dual Credit Enrollment Fees:

You will need your student id# and specific course enrolled in to make this payment.  Please be sure you use the correct semester form or your payment may not post correctly.  Dates of each semester are listed in the form for each payment form link for your convenience.

(8/20/19 - 12/18/19) 2019 Fall semester delinquent dual credit enrollment fee

(1/18/22 - 5/20/22) 2022 Spring semester delinquent dual credit enrollment fee

(8/22/22 - 12/16/22) 2022 Fall semester delinquent dual credit enrollment fee 

(1/9/23 - 5/19/23) 2023 Spring semester delinquent dual credit enrollment fee

(8/21/23 and thereafter) MyJJC < self-service menu < students <  pay bill & view financial  < view account and pay your bill

FAQs

How can I make a payment for tuition & fees?

We encourage you to make full payments online via MyJJC with a checking account no charge or credit/debit with a 1.95% convenience fee. You can mail a check to us, however, please leave ample time if using USPS.  If you plan to pay with cash, please be sure to check office hours prior to coming to campus.  If you need to spread your payments out over a period of time, JJC offers an automatic online payment plan option through Nelnet Business Solutions, JJC's tuition management program available via MyJJC.

What is the automatic payment plan? How do I use it?

Nelnet is a third party the college has partnered with to assist in spreading out your JJC payments for the semester you enroll in. There is a non-refundable $25.00 fee for this service. Please visit the automatic-payment plan page to learn more.

How can I find out my tuition balance?

1. Log into MyJJC - must sign in with your JJC account
2. Go to Students Menu
3. Under "Financial Information" choose "Pay Bill & View Financial Aid"
4. Choose View Account and Pay Your Bill

I dropped a class, when can I expect my refund?

Refunds are generated approximately two weeks AFTER classes have begun for the term and on a weekly basis for direct deposit/bi-weekly for printed checks. If payment was received by cash, check or via NBS automatic payment plan, a refund can be deposited directly into your savings or checking account.  Enroll online via MyJJC for direct deposit!  Otherwise, a check will be mailed to the current address in the system. Please be sure your address information is current within our system (contact admission@jjc.edu for address corrections). If the student's account was paid by credit/debit card, a credit will be issued back to the same credit/debit card.

However, if the student has a financial obligation still owed to the school (ex: tuition; book voucher; fines; ) their debts will be deducted from their refund. Refunds will not be generated if a student has a restriction placed on their account until the restriction is resolved with the appropriate department.

Student Accounts & Payments does not hold any type of student refund check for pick up.

Can I get a payment plan during the summer?

Yes, payment plans are offered for all semesters.  You must have a $100.00 minimum balance and you must enroll each semester.

Other

General Petition

Need to appeal for a late refund or a late withdrawal due to medical or extenuating circumstances?  Visit the Office of Student Rights & Responsibilities page for further information.

Food Services Swipe Card / Meal Plan

Purchase your JJC Food Services swipe card today! Visit the Food Services page for more information.

Parking Fines

Parking fines can be paid by mail, over the phone or in person (please be sure to check office hours prior to coming to campus) at the Student Accounts & Payments office. View the Police & Safety page for detailed Traffic and Parking Regulations and enforcement information.

Early Childhood Center

Joliet Junior College's licensed Early Childhood Center is offered to students and staff at the college to make teaching and learning more convenient. View the Early Childhood Center page for current rates and fees can be paid by phone or at the Student Accounts & Payments office.

Testing Center

The Testing Center is NCTA certified! For a complete listing of tests offered and fees, please visit the Testing Services page.

Transcript Requests 
In-Person (immediate pick-up - check Registration Office guidelines and availability): $15.00 
Online via Credential Solutions: $9.00
Operated Assisted Toll Free Number (847) 716-3005: $24.00

Student Restrictions

A restriction (also known as a 'notification' on the portal or may be referred to as a 'hold') may be placed on a student's record for various reasons.  A student with a past-due balance will have a restriction placed on their account which will result in college registration and various services being withheld in accordance to college/state and federal regulations.  Delinquent debts may be turned over to a collection agency and/or any state/federal programs for collection efforts.  The student will be responsible to pay any and all costs associated with collecting unpaid charges.

How do I find what it would cost to take classes?

Current tuition and fee rates are available online and within the printed registration guide.

Are you a former student? Make sure to update your contact information.