Jacksonville State Academic Snapshot
Admission Selectiveness:
- Admission Rate: 77.69%. Not very selective
- SAT Average: 1130. Average SAT scores, indicating a moderately competitive applicant pool.
Tuition Overview:
- In-State Tuition: $12,894
- Out-of-State Tuition: $23,334
- In-state tuition is affordable, while out-of-state tuition is higher, as is typical for public institutions.
Student Population at Jacksonville State:
- Total Enrollment: 9,955, including 2,358 online students
- 8,663 Undergraduate, 1,292 Graduate
- Gender Distribution: 39.8% men, 60.2% women.
- This is a medium-sized institution, offering diverse programs and student activities.
Graduation & Retention Rate
- Graduation Rate: 55%. Moderate graduation rate, typical for many institutions.
- Transfer-Out Rate: 26%. Some students transfer out, which is common in higher education.
- First-Year Retention Rate: 65%. Lower retention, which may reflect challenges in student engagement or support.
Programs & Degrees Offered
- Programs Offered: 94 academic programs available.
- Online Programs: 25 programs available fully online.
- Graduate Programs: 33 graduate-level programs offered.
- Special Programs: Health Professions.
- Degrees Awarded: Certificate, Bachelor's, Master's, Doctor's.
Jacksonville State Overview
Jacksonville State University (Jacksonville State) is a four-year, public school located in Jacksonville, AL. It is classified as Master's College and University with larger programs by Carnegie Classification, also known as M1 Master's College. You can compare their tuition and admission statistics at M1 Master's College comparison page.
The Jacksonville State's tuition & fees is $12,894 for Alabama residents and $23,334 for out-of-state students for the academic year 2024-2025. 80% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $8,539.
The school has a total enrollment of 9,955 and the students to faculty ratio is 19 to 1 (5.26%).
Jacksonville State's acceptance rate is 77.69% and the yield (enrollment rate) is 19.96%. The median SAT score is 1130 and the ACT score is 20.
Jacksonville State ranked 15th in Alabama Colleges rankings. Jacksonville State University is accredited by Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Colleges.
2025 Tuition & Fees and 2026 Estimation
For undergraduate programs, the 2025 tuition & fees of Jacksonville State University is $12,894 for in-state students and $23,334 for out-of-state students. For graduate programs, its 2025 tuition & fees is $11,488 for in-state students and $17,920 for out-of-state students.
The estimated 2026 tuition & fees for prospective students is $13,380 for Alabama residents and $23,969 for out-of-state students based on the current year tuition changes from last year. The estimated 2026 graduate school tuition & fees is $11,675 for Alabama residents and $18,204 for out-of-state students.
| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $12,894 | $23,334 |
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| Graduate | $11,488 | $17,920 |
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| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $13,380 | $23,969 |
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| Graduate | $11,675 | $18,204 |
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The estimation for 2025-2026 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.
Learning Opportunities and Campus Services
Jacksonville State University offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for both undergraduate and graduate programs. It has ROTC programs and offers teacher certification programs designed to prepare students to meet the requirements for certification as teachers.
Special Learning Opportunities at Jacksonville State
| Learning Opportunities |
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| ROTC | Army |
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| Weekend/Evening College | No |
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| Teacher Certification | Yes |
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| Study Abroad | Yes |
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| On-Campus Services |
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| Academic/career counseling service | Yes |
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| Employment services for students | Yes |
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| Placement services for completers | Yes |
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| On-campus day care for students' children | Yes |
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