Program Costs and Financing

Railroad Conductor Certificate Costs

Residence	Cost
Johnson County	$6,018*
Kansas (Outside Johnson County)	$6,378*
Metro	$6,882**
Out of State	$8,466*

*The JCCC Board of Trustees can change the cost per credit hour without notice.
**Metro Rate applies only to Missouri students residing in ZIP codes starting with 640 or 641.

NOTE: Selective admission programs are not eligible for the 60+ reduced tuition rate.

Additional Expenses

In addition to tuition, you'll have the following expenses:

Books: Approximately $100
Railroad-approved footwear: $100 - $150
Hearing and vision tests: Approximately $100
Lodging: One week, approximately $700 (JCCC does not have dormitories)
Bus routes at RideKC
Laptop or tablet: All exams will be administered in the Canvas Learning Management System. Exams may also be accessed through most mobile devices.
- Minimum Computer Specification Recommendations for Online Learning

There are several things to consider when budgeting for college. Visit our Cost of Attendance page for detailed information.

Financing

Financial aid is monetary assistance for the cost of attending college that comes from a source other than you and your family. You can apply for financial aid to help pay for our programs. Get more information and financial aid application instructions online. You may also email the JCCC Financial Aid office or call 913-469-3840.

Other sources of financing may include:

Benefits for military veterans — For help with benefits for military veterans, email Kena Zumalt, Veteran Services coordinator, or call 913-469-8500, ext. 3924.
Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) funds — For information, contact your state WIOA office.
Vocational Rehabilitation funds — For information, contact your state office.

Note: Students with approved funding sources are eligible for BNSF scholarships.

Academics

Credit Programs
- Railroad Science