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Jacksonville State University

Jacksonville, ALPublicSuburb Setting
Less Selective • 78% Acceptance
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78%
Accept Rate
Less Selective
$14,279
Avg Net Cost
After financial aid
7.0K
Students
Medium campus body
$40,158
Median Earnings
6 Years Post-Graduation

Overview & Identity

Jacksonville State University is a public institution located in the suburb setting of Jacksonville, AL. The university supports an undergraduate student body of 7.0K students and has an admission acceptance rate of 78%.

Quick Facts

Institution Type
Public
Student Population
7.0K (Medium)
Admissions Selectivity
78% (Less Selective)
Predominant Degree
Bachelor's
Locale / Setting
Suburb

Admissions & Academics

Admitted Student Scores

SAT Reading500 - 630
200typical 50% range800
SAT Math500 - 660
200typical 50% range800
ACT Composite17 - 24
1typical 50% range36
78%
Acceptance Rate
Less Selective

Top Majors & Programs

Health Sciences23% of degrees
Business & Marketing15% of degrees
Biological Sciences5% of degrees
Social Sciences2% of degrees

Programs / Fields of Study

Program
Credential
Earnings 4yr
Earnings 5yr
Debt
Business/Commerce, General.
Credential: Master's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $110,346
Earnings 5yr: $94,449
Debt: N/A
Engineering/Engineering-Related Technologies/Technicians, Other.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $92,358
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: $24,471
Quality Control and Safety Technologies/Technicians.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $90,850
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: $23,709
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.
Credential: Master's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $88,102
Earnings 5yr: $82,225
Debt: N/A
Public Administration and Social Service Professions, Other.
Credential: Master's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $85,299
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $83,984
Earnings 5yr: $76,445
Debt: $21,500
Computer and Information Sciences, General.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $79,129
Earnings 5yr: $65,546
Debt: $23,578
Educational Administration and Supervision.
Credential: Master's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $73,302
Earnings 5yr: $80,148
Debt: N/A
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $71,420
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: $26,000
Education, General.
Credential: Master's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $70,853
Earnings 5yr: $76,164
Debt: N/A
Finance and Financial Management Services.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $70,025
Earnings 5yr: $58,732
Debt: $14,875
Public Administration.
Credential: Master's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $67,184
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas.
Credential: Master's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $63,703
Earnings 5yr: $62,091
Debt: N/A
Accounting and Related Services.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $62,589
Earnings 5yr: $63,298
Debt: $20,500
Educational/Instructional Media Design.
Credential: Master's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $60,576
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Public Administration and Social Service Professions, Other.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $57,191
Earnings 5yr: $66,503
Debt: $31,000
Business Administration, Management and Operations.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $56,874
Earnings 5yr: $49,340
Debt: $25,000
Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness.
Credential: Master's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $55,894
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods.
Credential: Master's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $55,847
Earnings 5yr: $54,931
Debt: N/A
Student Counseling and Personnel Services.
Credential: Master's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $55,717
Earnings 5yr: $51,189
Debt: N/A

Tuition & Cost Portrait

Avg Net Price$14,279
In-State Tuition$12,894
Out-of-State Tuition$23,334
Net Price DifferentiatorAverage Net Price is what typical families actually pay out of pocket after receiving federal, state, and institutional grants and scholarships. It provides a more accurate metric of affordability than the sticker tuition.

Financial Assistance & Support

43%
Pell Grants
44%
Take Loans
42%
Repayment

Student Outcomes & ROI

Earnings Milestones Post-Graduation

6 Years Post-Entry
$40,158
+13% growth
10 Years Post-Entry
$45,235

Completion Signals

55%
Graduation Rate
4-Year Completion
65%
Retention Rate
1st-to-2nd Year Return
Median Debt at Graduation
$14,000
Est. Monthly Payment
$151/mo
Based on standard 10yr path

Campus & Demographics

Student Demographics & Community

Diversity Mix

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Gender Balance

41%
Men
59%
Women
The campus gender distribution displays a split of 41% men and 59% women.

Student Vitals

First-Gen Share
36%
Part-Time Share
9%
Avg Family Income
$48,404
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