Modesto Junior College
Modesto, CA435 College Ave, Modesto, CA 95350-5800
209-575-6550
Founded in 1921, Modesto Junior College is a public, two-year institution of higher education located in Modesto, California. The college enrolls approximately 17,000 students each semester and offers over 100 academic and career and technical education programs. MJC is accredited by the Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges of the Western Association of Schools and Colleges.
MJC is committed to student success and provides a variety of services and resources to support students in achieving their educational goals. The college offers tutoring and academic counseling, career and job placement services, and a variety of student support services. MJC also has an active student life program with over 60 clubs and organizations, and a variety of cultural and recreational activities.
MJC is located in the heart of the Central Valley, one of the most productive agricultural regions in the world. The college serves the cities of Modesto, Ceres, Turlock, and the surrounding communities. MJC is an important part of the community and plays a vital role in the economic development of the region.
The college is governed by a seven-member Board of Trustees who are elected by the citizens of Modesto. The college is funded by tuition, property taxes, and state and federal funding. MJC is a member of the California Community Colleges system and the Associated Colleges of the South.
Quick Facts
Enrollment: 16365
Type: Public, 4-year or above
Main Website: https://www.mjc.edu/
Financial Aid: https://www.mjc.edu/studentservices/finaid/