John Wood Community College

John Wood Community College, also known as JWCC, began offering classes in the year 1975. This college was named after John Wood, a pioneer who worked for the development and settlement of West Central Illionois. Students are offered degrees and certificate programs in the fields of communication, culinary arts, engineering, nursing, and office technology, among others. The college also offers online courses for its students.

There are several student clubs and organizations at John Wood Community College including the JWCC Christian Fellowship, Multicultural Student Organization, Phi Theta Kappa, Student Government Association (SGA), and Horticulture Club. The JWCC men participate in sports such as basketball, baseball and golf, and the JWCC women participate in basketball, softball, and volleyball.

John Wood Community College Highlights

Where John Wood Community College stands out most compared to other schools (details below):

• Many students concentrating in science, nursing and emergency medicine, and transportation.

Other important characteristics:

• Open admission; accepts all qualified candidates
• Faculty tenure system
• Library on-campus
• Study abroad option
• Distance learning available
• Weekend study option
• Part-time classes available
• Athlete financial aid

Degrees Awarded (in 2007)

Students

The student enrollment at John Wood Community College was 2,417 in 2007 (1,571 full-time equivalent).

Undergrads are 100% of enrolled students.

About 0% of freshmen are from countries other than the US. Students living in the US make up 100% of incoming freshmen.

Tuition and Other Costs

Financial Aid: John Wood Community College participates in US Title IV financial assistance programs.

Please refer to BrainTrack's financial aid articles section for background information.

Faculty

Tenure (2007):

Housing and Meals

On-campus housing is not available.