8 8 WEEK ADVANTAGE WEEK ADVANTAGE
WHAT’SCHANGING? WHAT’SCHANGING?
JCC is transitioning from a majority 16-week class model to a majority 8-week class schedule in the fall of 2026 because data show that students perform as well or better in 8-week courses. Some courses will still be available in a 16-week format.
JCC is transitioning from a majority 16-week class model to a majority 8-week class schedule in the fall of 2026 because data show that students perform as well or better in 8-week courses. Some courses will still be available in a 16-week format.
You will have more opportunities to define your educational journey. If you are focusing on 2-3 classes rather than 4-6 at a time,it can be better foryour success and encourage completion of credentials. WHAT’SINITFORYOU? WHAT’SINITFORYOU?
You will have more opportunities to define your educational journey. If you are focusing on 2-3 classes rather than 4-6 at a time,it can be better foryour success and encourage completion of credentials.
WILLITCOSTMORE? WILLITCOSTMORE?
No. Tuition,fees,and financial aid stay the same. No. Tuition,fees,and financial aid stay the same.
WILLMYCLASSESBEHARDER? WILLMYCLASSESBEHARDER?
No. Faculty are participating in course design workshops which ensure you achieve the same learning outcomes you would in 16 weeks - to maximize learning. You will also have access to tutoring,advising,and resources every step of the way.
No. Faculty are participating in course design workshops which ensure you achieve the same learning outcomes you would in 16 weeks - to maximize learning. You will also have access to tutoring,advising,and resources every step of the way.
WILLMYCREDITSBETHESAME? WILLMYCREDITSBETHESAME?
Yes! Credits earned in 8-week classes are the same as 16-week classes. All courses identified as transfer courses will still be recognized as such.
Yes! Credits earned in 8-week classes are the same as 16-week classes. All courses identified as transfer courses will still be recognized as such.
WHATWILLMYSCHEDULELOOKLIKE? WHATWILLMYSCHEDULELOOKLIKE?
Fall & Spring: Take 2–3 classes in the first 8 weeks (Session I),then another 2–3 in the second 8 weeks (Session II) Summer: 8-week classes are already available
Fall & Spring: Take 2–3 classes in the first 8 weeks (Session I),then another 2–3 in the second 8 weeks (Session II) Summer: 8-week classes are already available
WHATSHOULDIDONEXT? WHATSHOULDIDONEXT?
Register early to get the classes you want
Register early to get the classes you want
Meet with your advisor to plan your next semester
Meet with your advisor to plan your next semester
Ask questions! Faculty and staff are here to help you succeed
Ask questions! Faculty and staff are here to help you succeed