Jacksonville State University — College Profile

About

Nestled in the scenic Appalachian foothills, Jacksonville State University (JSU) is a premier public institution renowned for its highly ranked programs in nursing, education, and its nationally recognized, unique degree in emergency management. Students thrive in a welcoming campus culture affectionately dubbed "The Friendliest Campus in the South," which offers an active student life anchored by spirited NCAA Division I athletics and more than 100 campus organizations. What truly sets JSU apart is its world-class Marching Southerners band—a source of immense school spirit and international renown—and the university's direct stewardship of the nearby Little River Canyon Center, which provides students with unparalleled outdoor recreation and hands-on environmental research opportunities.

Wikipedia:Jacksonville State University is a public university in Jacksonville, Alabama, United States. Founded in 1883, Jacksonville State offers programs of study in six academic schools leading to bachelor's, master's, education specialist, and doctorate degrees in addition to certificate programs and continuing education opportunities.

Location

Jacksonville, AL, 36265 · Suburb campus

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Nearest airport from college

ATL · Atlanta

78 mi away

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Cost

In-state COA

$24,257

Out-of-state COA

$34,697

Avg net price

$14,279

Room & board

$9,524

In-state tuition

$12,894

Out-of-state tuition

$23,334

Books & supplies

$970/yr

Average net price by family income

$0–30k

$12,472

$30–48k

$12,622

$48–75k

$15,343

$75–110k

$17,480

$110k+

$18,183

Admissions

Admit rate

78%

Test policy

Test optional

SAT average

1059

Reading 500–630

Math 500–660

ACT midpoint

Composite 17–24

English 16–25

Math 16–22

SAT range (25th–75th percentile)

40080012001600

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Essay Requirements

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Outcomes

Graduation rate

53%

4-yr on-time completion

36%

1st-yr retention

65%

Transfer-out rate

25%

8-year outcomes

Graduated

52%

Transferred

27%

Still enrolled

Dropped out / unknown

20%

Median earnings (6yr)

$40,158

Median earnings (10yr)

$45,235

Median debt

$22,189

Monthly loan payment

$235

Debt range (25th–75th)

$6,750–$28,666

Debt (90th percentile)

$41,750

Student Body

Men 41%Women 59%

Student : Faculty ratio

■Students ■ Faculty

Pell grant recipients

43%

First-generation

36%

Median family income

$35,734

Independent students

25%

Avg age at entry

22.0

Part-time students

Race & ethnicity

White

60%

Hispanic

Black

24%

Asian

Two or more

Non-resident

Unknown

Programs & Earnings

Bachelor's degrees by annual completions · 4yr national median earnings

Median earnings for graduates across all programs

6 years after entry

$40,158

10 years after entry

$45,235

Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing240

Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods178

Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities104

Biology, General75

Business Administration, Management and Operations62

Security Science and Technology56

Social Work48

Music47

Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General47

Marketing42

Parks, Recreation, and Leisure Studies35

Criminal Justice and Corrections35

Finance and Financial Management Services35

Psychology, General33

Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions33

Accounting and Related Services33

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Institutional

Endowment

$21M

Classification

Master's (Large)

Undergraduate profile

Four-year, inclusive admissions

Full-time faculty

65%

Avg faculty salary

$8,074/mo

Instructional spend/student

$6,997