J-TECH
Interested in the field of STEM? Jackson State now offers a Middle College program called "J-TECH" for high schoolers looking to advance their careers and earn a STEM degree. This program works in tandem with high school coursework, similar to Dual Enrollment, allowing students to earn a complete Associate of Applied Science degree in the same time that they earn their high school diploma.
Important Dates
- (Open to Public) J-TECH Tours at JSCC Ned R. McWherter Center – November 8
- J-TECH Open House for interested parents – November 12 – 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Programs Offered Through J-TECH
- Computer Information Technology – Cyber Defense and Networking Concentrations
- Engineering Systems Technology – Multi-Skilled Maintenance Concentration
Program Requirements
- Must meet Freshman and Sophomore years' academic requirements for the high school they are attending.
- GPA: Minimum of 2.75 or a letter of recommendation as a GPA waiver.
Additional Information
Fall 2025 cohort will accept juniors and seniors to allow rising seniors the chance to complete the program credits post-high school graduation as a student at JSCC.
JTECH Frequently Asked Questions
JTECH is designed as a Middle College that's accessible to all students across West Tennessee looking to further their academic career in STEM. JTECH is both an option for students specifically looking at a STEM degree, as well as students who may have not be able to get into Early College High due to admission requirements and limited space.
Students can earn both high school and college credits simultaneously through JTECH, much like Middle College. This can reduce the time and cost required to complete a college degree, as many students will earn an Associate of Applied Science Degree in tandem with a high school diploma whereas dual enrollment is completed with the intention of earning transferable credit but not completing a degree in the same time period.
Jackson State is committed to providing students with a flexible course schedule, allowing students to maintain a synchronous schedule between high school and college classes. As JTECH expands, the program will establish cohorts, to allow an even more efficient scheduling system.
There will be no cost to students. Students enrolled in JTECH have costs covered through a combination of grants and scholarships, allowing a student to attend entirely for free.