Jacksonville University
About
Situated on a 240-acre campus along the St. Johns River, Jacksonville University is a private institution renowned for its close-knit community, hands-on learning, and strong coastal identity. The university is particularly well-regarded for its premier programs in aviation through the Davis College of Business & Technology, nursing and health sciences via the Brooks Rehabilitation College, and marine science, which directly leverages the on-campus Marine Science Research Institute. Student life blends an active residential experience with NCAA Division I athletics, vibrant Greek life, and distinctive riverfront recreation that includes championship-caliber sailing and rowing programs.
Wikipedia:Jacksonville University (JU) is a private university in Jacksonville, Florida, United States. Located in the city's Arlington district, the school was founded in 1934 as a two-year college and was known as Jacksonville Junior College until September 5, 1956, when it shifted focus to building four-year university degree programs and later graduated its first four-year degree candidates as Jacksonville University in June 1959.
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Jacksonville University accepts the Common Application. All Common App schools require the personal statement essay. Some schools also require supplemental essays — check the school's page on Common App for current prompts and word limits.
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