Paris Junior College

Paris Junior College, founded on June 16, 1924, is situated in Paris, Texas. PJC was established as a campus by Paris Independent School District in Texas. The school opened its downtown campus with more than 90 students and 7 faculty members.

Paris Junior College offers Associate in Science, Associate in Arts, Associate in Applied Science degrees, and Certificates of Proficiency in vocational/technical fields. PJC is beautifully nestled in an area of over 50 acres. The school presently has three campuses:

• Paris
• Greenville
• Sulphur Springs

Paris Junior College has an active student life, and offers a wide range of recreational, educational and social student activities each semester. The men’s sports teams are known as the Dragons, and the women’s sports teams go by the name Lady Dragons.

Highlights

Where the school stands out most compared to other schools (details below):

• Many students concentrating in mechanics and repair and production trades.
• Affordable tuition & fees.
• Number of dorm rooms for students.
• Large number of students.
• Large number of programs of study offered.

Other important characteristics:

• Open admission; accepts all qualified candidates
• Faculty tenure system
• Library on-campus
• Campus housing available
• Student meal (board) plan
• Distance learning available
• Part-time classes available
• Athlete financial aid

Degrees Awarded (in 2008-2009)

Students

Student enrollment was 4,343 in 2007-2008 (3,024 full-time equivalent).

Undergrads are 100% of enrolled students.

Students living in the US make up 100% of incoming freshmen.

Tuition and Other Costs (2008-2009)

Financial Aid: Paris Junior College participates in US Title IV financial assistance programs.

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

Housing and Meals

Paris Junior College provides on-campus housing for 220 of its 3,024 (full-time) students (as of 2008-2009).

Students may purchase a meal plan which includes 19 meals weekly.