Jackson, MS

Jackson State University

At a Glance
Admission, Tuition, Population, and more
Updated: July 13, 2024
Jackson State University is a four-year, public school located in Jackson, MS.
It is a historically black college.
It is a R2 university with high research activities.
Jackson State University is accredited by Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Colleges.

93% Acceptance Rate

For 2024-25 admission, 15,487 applied, 14,426 accepted, and 955 enrolled in Jackson State.
386 men and 569 women first-time, full-time students enrolled.
Admission Stats

920 SAT, 18 ACT

In 2024-25, the average SAT score is 920 and ACT score is 18. The SAT score of 920 is a little bit lower than average, 25 to 33 as in percentile.
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SAT Score
Total8209201070
Evidence-Based Reading and Writing430470550
Math390450520
ACT Score
Composite151820
Math151618
English131621
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2025 Tuition & Fees

The 2025 undergraduate tuition & fees are $8,965 for Mississippi residents and $11,965 for others.
The graduate tuition & fees are $8,965 for Mississippi residents and $11,965 for others.
Tuition has increased by 22.15% compared to last year at Jackson State University.
Cost Breakdown

Financial Aid

4,101 undergraduate students have awarded and the average amount of the aid awarded is $8,036.
For freshmen, 1,051 students (98%) have received financial aid and its average amount is $8,133.
Detailed Financial Aid

Student Population

A total of 6,326 students enrolled Jackson State in 2025.
By gender, 2,155 men and 4,171 women students are enrolled.
There are 4,650 undergraduate and 1,676 graduate students.
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99 Major Programs

  • 6 programs through online
  • 47 graduate programs

Offered Degrees

  • Bachelor's
  • Master's
  • Doctorate
  • Post-graduate Certificate
Area of Study

Graduation Rate

The graduation rate of Jackson State is 51%.
The retention rate is 62% for full-time and 62% for part-time students.
Graduation Rate
51%
Retention Rate
62%
Students to Faculty Ratio
14 to 1
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Facutly & Staffs

A total of 535 faculties (instructional staffs) are working for Jackson State and the average faculty salary is $72,102. The studetns to faculty ratio is 14 to 1.
There are 1,223 non-instructional staffs and the average staff salary is $59,503.
Number of Faculties
535
Average Faculty Salary
$72,102
Number of Staffs
1,223
Average Staff Salary
$59,503

Special Learning Opportunities

  • Distance Learning (online classes)
  • ROTC
  • Study Abroad
  • Weekend/Evening College
  • Teacher Certificate

On-Campus Services

  • Academic/career counseling
  • Employment services for students
  • Placement services
  • On-Campus Daycare
  • Libraries
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Athletics

Jackson State University is a member of Southwestern Athletic Conference (SWAC).
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