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Jefferson College Arnold

Jefferson College Arnold

Jefferson College-Arnold (JCA) is a full-service facility that offers a “one stop shop” for student services including admissions, registration, financial aid and advising. Our flexible scheduling options and variety of courses make it easy to fit college into your life. You can take courses here for general transfer, Associate of Arts and Associate of Arts in Teaching. We also offer pre-requisite courses for Nursing and other Health Science programs.

The campus, located just off Hwy. 141 at Astra Way, has new state-of-the-art classrooms and a full array of services to support you on your learning journey. Please see a break-down below of the available resources on each floor of JCA, including classrooms. See your schedule/bill for your classroom number. Watch the tour video to learn more!

The first floor of JCA includes:

Class Rooms 101 & 103

  • Enrollment Services
    • At the front desk of Enrollment Services, you can set up an appointment to speak with an academic advisor, make a payment towards your bill, and much more. The Enrollment Services staff can also assist with purchasing parking passes. Always remember to have your student ID available to complete any of the actions listed above. Have questions? Call JCA Enrollment Services at (636) 481-3597.
    • Schedule 
      Monday - Thursday: 7:30 AM to 5 PM
      Friday: 8 AM - Noon
  • Counseling Services 
    • For more information, please call 636-481-3215 or email counseling@jeffco.edu
  • Financial Aid Room #107 on Wednesdays, 8:30 AM - 4 PM, No Appointment Needed, Except During the Summer Semester
    • For FAFSA Assistance, Grants, Scholarship, Special Circumstances, Student Loans, and general questions.
  • Project Success Room #107 on Tuesdays by appointments only
    • Project SUCCESS is a federally funded TRIO program that provides academic and personal support to eligible students. The purpose of the program is to assist students in earning an associate degree from Jefferson College and transferring to a four-year institution. Project SUCCESS staff help students develop excellent academic skills and targeted goals that create a foundation for success.
  • Central Methodist University & Missouri Baptist University
    • To provide additional opportunities for area residents beyond the associate degree level, Jefferson College has formed a number of educational partnerships and 2+2 agreements with area four-year universities to offer Bachelor's degree programs on the Arnold campus.
    • Click the link below to learn more about each university partnership:
  • The Arnold Testing Center is located on the first floor in room #114.
    • The Testing Center offers a variety of testing services for students and community members. If you have any questions please contact 636-797-3000 or 636-481-3593. View the hours of operation.
    • Students must present a valid photo ID in order to test at the Testing Center.
    • A valid photo ID for classroom testing is a Jefferson College Student ID. (Due to 2-step verification, a STUDENT ID is mandatory.)
    • A valid photo ID (Driver's license, State ID, Passport, Military ID) are required for ATI testing.
    • A valid photo ID (Driver's license, State ID, Passport, Military ID or current Student ID) are required for placement exams.
    • A valid ID for 3rd party testing will be reflected on the 3rd party testing platform's policies and procedures.
  • Academic Success Center
  • Adult Literacy and Education
    • The Adult Literacy and Education is located on the first floor in room #115. Adult Education and Literacy (AEL) classes provide the opportunity for adults to improve their basic skills, study for the High School Equivalency (HSE)/HiSET test-formerly GED, and enhance their workforce and college readiness skills. Classes are offered at no cost to the students. For more information please call (636) 481-3437 or email jcael@jeffco.edu.

The second floor of JCA includes:

Class Rooms 201-203, 229-235 and Science Labs 204 & 210-212

Science Labs

JCA offers a variety of science lectures and labs including physics, chemistry, biology, and A&P. The second floor of JCA has dedicated lab spaces that allow students and instructors to work collaboratively on a variety of experiments, simulations, and research.

The third floor of JCA includes:

Class Rooms 350-353 are general education classrooms/computer labs

Emergency Medical Services (EMS) is housed on the third floor as well.

The Law Enforcement Academy (LEA) is housed on the third floor as well.

Meet the Team

Joe Haack - Director of Jefferson College Arnold
jhaack@jeffco.edu, 636-481-3578
Hello! I am the Director of the Arnold location for Jefferson College. My background is as the Director for Public Safety Programs and as a paramedic before that. My goal is to create a space for learning to take hold and help students thrive. I have a wife, five kids, and enjoy reading, writing, and being active. Next time you are at Arnold, stop by and say hi, I can't wait to meet you.

Glen Hausler, Maintenance Technician
ghausler@jeffco.edu
My name is Glen Hausler. I joined Jefferson College in 2007 as the maintenance technician at the Arnold campus. I’m proud to say I opened the building, as well as went through two additions to the original building. I appreciate history, geography and traveling. St. Louis City SC., the Blues, Cardinals and Battlehawks as well as the Kansas City Chiefs are MY teams that I follow with a passion. I look forward to serving the Arnold campus for many more years.

Michael Gruzeski - Coordinator of Jefferson College Arnold
mgruzesk@jeffco.edu, 636-481-3596

Hello! You can call me Mike or Michael. I am the Coordinator of the Jefferson College Arnold campus. I joined Jefferson College in January of 2025. As the Coordinator I spend half of my time academically advising students for our EMT/Paramedic and Law Enforcement/Criminal Justice programs. The other half of my time is spent on working with community initiatives, recruiting, providing multiple student service options, and collaborating with our Director on multiple projects.

I have over 15 years of experience in higher education, mostly working in college admissions. I also have a Master's Degree in Higher Education and Student Personnel Administration.

My personal interests include hockey, guitar, fishing, camping, cooking, traveling, movies, and working out. I was born and raised in St. Louis, MO so I am a HUGE Blues and Cardinals fan. I look forward to meeting you sometime on campus soon!

Austin Gallaway, Enrollment Services Assistant
agallaw1@jeffco.edu
I received my associates degree while completing my high school degree and also attended Jefferson College. As someone passionate about education and student support, I am thrilled to begin my journey as an Enrollment Services Assistant at Jefferson College. In this role, I look forward to assisting fellow students and contributing to the vibrant academic community here.

Beyond academics, I enjoy various hobbies that keep me active and engaged. I find solace in hiking, competitiveness in pickleball matches, and relaxation in exploring different genres of music. Additionally, I appreciate the creative and strategic challenges presented by video games.

I am excited to contribute to the college community both inside and outside the classroom, and I am eager to help students navigate their educational journey at Jefferson College.