Right to Know Information

General Institutional Information

• Privacy of Student Records – Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA)

  The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974, as amended, sets forth requirements designed to protect the privacy of student education records. FERPA governs 1) release of education records, and 2) access to education records. More information can be found in the college catalog and on the FERPA Web page.

• Facilities and Services for Students with Disabilities

  Information regarding facilities and support services for students with disabilities are provided in a variety of college publications including the college catalog and the Disability Services page.

• Student Diversity

  Information regarding student body diversity, including percentage of enrolled, full-time students in the following categories: male, female, self-identified members of a major racial or ethnic group and Federal Pell Grant recipients, can be found on the Department of Education College Navigator website.

• Price of Attendance

  The most current information regarding tuition, fees, and refunds is available on the Pay For School Page.

• Academic Programs

  Information about academic programs, including current degree programs, educational and training programs, and faculty and other instructional personnel is available on the Academics page.

• Accreditation, Approval and Licensure of Institution and Programs

  Joliet Junior College is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC), 230 South LaSalle Street, Suite 7-500, Chicago, Illinois 60604-1413, Phone: 800.621.7440 / 312.263.0456, Fax: 312.263.7462, info@hlcommission.org. The HLC is one of six regional accrediting agencies recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

  Courses and programs are approved through the Illinois Community College Board (ICCB), the Illinois Board of Higher Education (IBHE) and the Illinois Articulation Initiative (IAI) as appropriate.

  Additional information, including specialized accreditation, is available in the printed college catalog and the Institutional Research and Effectiveness Page.

• Net Price Calculator

  In accordance with the Higher Education Opportunity Act of 2008 (HEOA), beginning on October 29, 2011, each postsecondary institution in the United State that participates in Title IV federal student aid programs and enrolls full-time, first-time degree- or certificate-seeking undergraduate students are required to post a net price calculator on its website that uses institutional data to provide estimated net price information to current and prospective students and their families based on a student's individual circumstances.

  We know that college costs are a concern for many parents and students, and we provide this Net Price Calculator to help you estimate the types of financial aid you might receive if you enroll at Joliet Junior College. It's a good place to start, but we encourage you to talk to us throughout the financial aid process.

  Consider this a starting point, but remember that all our financial aid awards are made based on many factors only seen through the your application for financial aid.

  Net Price Calculator link

• Refund Policy/Title IV/Requirements for Withdrawal & Return of Federal Financial Aid

  Title IV Refund Policy

  If a student withdraws from Joliet Junior College, then the school or the student may be required to return some of the federal funds awarded to the student. The student may also be eligible for a refund of a portion of the tuition and fees paid to Joliet Junior College.

  Title IV Refunds concern any amount awarded through Title IV financial aid. For information on Joliet Junior College's tuition refund policy, please see the refund policy page, in the Register for Courses page of JJC's website.

  Federal Formula

  The federal formula requires a return of Title IV aid if the student received federal financial assistance in the form of a Pell Grant, Supplemental Education Opportunity Grant, Federal Direct Student Loan, or PLUS loan and withdrew on or before completing 60% of the semester. The percentage of Title IV aid to be returned is equal to the number of calendar days remaining in the semester divided by the number of calendar days in the semester. Scheduled breaks of more than four consecutive days are excluded.

  Joliet Junior College's Refund Policy exists for calculating the refund of institutional charges. The federal "Return of Title IV Funds" formula dictates the amount of federal Title IV aid that must be returned to the federal government by the school and the student. The policy evaluates the amount of financial aid the student "earned" up to the point of withdrawal. The federal formula is applicable to a student receiving federal aid other than Federal Work-Study if that student withdraws on or before the 60% point in time in the semester.

  Visit with a Financial Aid Adviser

  Refunds are processed automatically by the Financial Aid Office once a student withdraws; no appointment is necessary for the process to occur. However, if a student has questions about the Title IV Refund Policy that has not been answered on the Web site, they are encouraged to meet with a financial aid adviser. Call the financial aid office at (815) 280-2528 to schedule an appointment.

  It is also recommended that the student consult with an academic counselor/adviser of their intention to withdraw. See the Counseling page for more information.

  Examples of How Complete Withdrawals Can Affect JJC Students

  • If you completely withdraw before school starts, you must repay the amount of your Pell Grant that was used as part of your book voucher. You may return the books to reduce the amount you owe, according to the bookstore refund policy.
  • If you completely withdraw within the first 15 days of school the refund will be returned to you or the resource that paid the tuition. You will be responsible for the amount of Pell Grant that was used as your book voucher. You may return the books to the bookstore to reduce the amount that you owe, according to the bookstore refund policy.
  • If you withdraw after the 15th day but before the loan disbursement, your loan will be cancelled. You may owe JJC for your tuition depending on the amount and type of other aid you have.
  • If you withdraw after the loan is disbursed but before the 60% point in the semester, Joliet Junior College will use the Title IV Refund policy to determine how much of your aid is to be repaid by you, JJC or both.
  • If you withdraw after the 60% point in the semester, you will have earned all of your financial aid and there will be no liability by you or JJC.

• Transfer of Credit Policies and Articulation Agreements

  View the Transfer Information page for more information.

• Copyright Infringement – Policies and Sanctions

  Information pertaining to copyright infringement policies and sanctions can be found on the Students Rights & Responsibilities page (under the Academic Honor Code section). Information about computer use can be found in the Information Technology section of the Board of Trustees page.

• +ADA and Section 504 Grievance Procedures

  Joliet Junior College has created a grievance procedure which provides students an opportunity for a prompt and fair resolution of ADA or Section 504 grievances.

  These procedures are for students who feel that they have been discriminated or harassed on the basis of disability by any member of the campus community including students, faculty, staff, employment and admission applicants, vendors, contractors, and third parties. All ADA complaints will be submitted through the grievance form located at jjc.edu/disability-services to the Manager of Disability Services and will copy in the ADA Coordinator. If the grievance is directed against the Manager of Disability Services, the form will be routed only to the ADA Coordinator.

  
  JJC ADA/Section 504 Coordinator 
  Tracy Morris, Compliance Officer
  compliance@jjc.edu