Jackson State University
Highest Degree Offered
Doctor's Degree
Tuition per Year (out of state)
$9,795
Surrounding Environment
City: Midsize
Description:
Jackson State, founded in 1877, is a public university. Its 150-acre campus is located in Jackson.
1400 John R. Lynch Street
Jackson, MS 39217
General Info:
601.979.2121
Website:
https://www.jsums.edu/
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Jackson State University
Admissions
Fall 2023
Application Fee: $25
Requirements:
- Secondary school GPA
- Secondary school record
- Completion of college-prepatory program
- TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language)
Admission:
Number of Applicants Applicants Admitted Admitted Students Enrolled Full Time Part Time
Test Scores:
SAT The SAT was taken by 115 enrolled students, or 12%. 25th Percentile 75th Percentile Critical Reading 440 550 Math 410 530 Writing 440 550
ACT The ACT was taken by 287 enrolled students, or 29%. 25th Percentile 75th Percentile Verbal 14 21 Math 15 20
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Jackson State University
Tuition and Fees
Undergraduate Year: 2023-2024
Average Tuition & Expenses for Full-Time Undergraduates
Tuition & Fees In-State Out-Of-State Books & Supplies On-Campus Room & Board Other Expenses Off-Campus Room & Board Other Expenses Off-Campus With Family Other Expenses
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Jackson State University
Programs
Select a major from the list below to view possible careers that the major would prepare you for. Please note that this list only contains careers that have been specifically reported for these majors, and may not include an exhaustive list.
| Majors | Degree Type |
|---|---|
| Accounting. | Master's Degree |
| Atmospheric Sciences and Meteorology, General. | Bachelor's Degree |
| Bioengineering and Biomedical Engineering. | Bachelor's Degree |
| Biology/Biological Sciences, General. | Master's Degree |
| Biostatistics. | Postbaccalaureate |
| Business Administration and Management, General. | MD/DO |
| Business/Managerial Economics. | Bachelor's Degree |
| Chemistry, General. | MD/DO |
| City/Urban, Community, and Regional Planning. | MD/DO |
| Civil Engineering, General. | Bachelor's Degree |
| Clinical Psychology. | MD/DO |
| Communication Sciences and Disorders, General. | Master's Degree |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General. | Master's Degree |
| Computer Engineering, General. | Bachelor's Degree |
| Computer Science. | MD/DO |
| Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services. | Master's Degree |
| Criminal Justice/Safety Studies. | Master's Degree |
| Education, General. | Post - Master's Cert |
| Education, Other. | Master's Degree |
| Educational Leadership and Administration, General. | MD/DO |
| Electrical and Electronics Engineering. | Bachelor's Degree |
| Elementary Education and Teaching. | Master's Degree |
| Engineering, General. | MD/DO |
| Engineering, Other. | Master's Degree |
| English Language and Literature, General. | Master's Degree |
| Entrepreneurship/Entrepreneurial Studies. | Bachelor's Degree |
| Environmental Science. | MD/DO |
| Environmental/Environmental Engineering Technology/Technician. | Master's Degree |
| Epidemiology. | Postbaccalaureate |
| Finance, General. | Bachelor's Degree |
| Foreign Languages and Literatures, General. | Bachelor's Degree |
| General Studies. | Bachelor's Degree |
| Geology/Earth Science, General. | Bachelor's Degree |
| Health/Health Care Administration/Management. | Bachelor's Degree |
| Higher Education/Higher Education Administration. | MD/DO |
| History, General. | Master's Degree |
| Industrial Technology/Technician. | Bachelor's Degree |
| Kindergarten/Preschool Education and Teaching. | MD/DO |
| Marketing/Marketing Management, General. | Bachelor's Degree |
| Mass Communication/Media Studies. | Master's Degree |
| Mathematics Teacher Education. | Bachelor's Degree |
| Mathematics, General. | Master's Degree |
| Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other. | Bachelor's Degree |
| Music Performance, General. | Bachelor's Degree |
| Music Teacher Education. | Master's Degree |
| Physical Education Teaching and Coaching. | Master's Degree |
| Physics, General. | Bachelor's Degree |
| Political Science and Government, General. | Master's Degree |
| Psychology, General. | Bachelor's Degree |
| Public Administration. | MD/DO |
| Public Health, General. | MD/DO |
| Reading Teacher Education. | Master's Degree |
| Rhetoric and Composition. | Bachelor's Degree |
| Secondary Education and Teaching. | Master's Degree |
| Social Science Teacher Education. | Bachelor's Degree |
| Social Work. | MD/DO |
| Sociology, General. | Master's Degree |
| Special Education and Teaching, General. | Master's Degree |
| Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist. | Bachelor's Degree |
| Sport and Fitness Administration/Management. | Master's Degree |
| Statistics, General. | Bachelor's Degree |
| Teacher Education, Multiple Levels. | Master's Degree |
| Technology Teacher Education/Industrial Arts Teacher Education. | Master's Degree |
| Visual and Performing Arts, General. | Bachelor's Degree |
| Vocational Rehabilitation Counseling/Counselor. | Master's Degree |
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Jackson State University
Financial Aid
Undergraduate Year: 2022-2023
| Aid Type | # Receiving | % Receiving | Average Amt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Federal Grants | 826 | 77% | $ 7,067 |
| State/Local Grants | 94 | 9% | $ 3,036 |
| Institutional Grants | 754 | 71% | $ 2,483 |
| Loans To Students | 903 | 85% | $ 6,336 |
Percent of In-State, full-time, first-time undergraduates receiving financial aid: 28%
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Jackson State University
Enrollment
Fall 2022
| Undergraduate: | 4,927 |
| Graduate: | 1,979 |
| School Total: | 6,906 |
| By Gender | Undergraduate | Graduate |
|---|---|---|
| Men | 1,800 / 37% | 507 / 26% |
| Women | 3,127 / 63% | 1,472 / 74% |
| By Race | Undergraduate | Graduate |
|---|---|---|
| International | 70 / 1% | 133 / 7% |
| African-American | 4,680 / 95% | 1,722 / 87% |
| Native American | 15 / 0% | 4 / 0% |
| Asian | 9 / 0% | 12 / 1% |
| Hispanic | 21 / 0% | 1 / 0% |
| Caucasian | 90 / 2% | 92 / 5% |
| Other | 0 / 0% | 0 / 0% |
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Jackson State University
Student Services
Services Offered:
- Academic/Career counseling service
- Employment services for students
- Placement services for completers
- On-Campus day care for children
Special Learning Opportunities Offered:
- Distance Learning Opportunities (Undergraduate & Graduate)
- ROTC
- Study Abroad
- Weekend/Evening college
- Teacher Certification
Library:
- Physical Facilities
- Organized collection of printed materials
- Access to digital/electronic resources
- Staff trained to provide and interpret library materials
- Established library hours
- Access to library collections that are shared with other institutions
ROTC Options:
- Army
- Air Force
Teacher Certification Details:
- Students can complete their preparation in certain areas of specialization.
- Approved by the state for initial certifcation or licensure of teachers.
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Jackson State University
Athletics
Athletic Association: National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)
NCAA or NAIA Membership:
Football: Southwestern Athletic Conference Basketball: Southwestern Athletic Conference Baseball: Southwestern Athletic Conference Cross Country/Track: Southwestern Athletic Conference
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