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Jacksonville State University

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world rank  1779

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Overview

Founded in 1883, the Jacksonville State University is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the suburban setting of the medium town of Jacksonville (population range of 2,500-9,999 inhabitants), Alabama. Officially accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges, Jacksonville State University (JSU) is a medium sized (uniRank enrollment range: 9,000-9,999 students) coeducational US higher education institution. Jacksonville State University (JSU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 142-year-old US higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. The acceptance rate range is 70-79% making this US higher education organization a moderately selective institution. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. JSU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

Jacksonville State University's Control Typepublic

Entity

Jacksonville State University's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Jacksonville State University' Size by Total Enrollmentmedium sized

Selectivity

Jacksonville State University's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratemoderately selective

University Identity

Name
Name (English)
Name (Non Latin)
Acronym JSU
Founded 1883
Motto The friendliest campus in the South
Colours Red and white
Mascot
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University Location

Address 700 Pelham Road North
Jacksonville
36265 Alabama
United States
Jacksonville State University's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
Jacksonville State University Phone Number (256) 782 5781
Jacksonville State University Fax Number (256) 782 5291
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Fields of Study / Degree Levels

Introduction

What is the difference between comprehensive/generalist and specialized universities in terms of the range of fields of study they offer, degree levels available and academic and carreer paths pros and cons? Read our guide article about generalist and specialized universities to learn more.


Fields of Study and Degree Levels Matrix

The following Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix of Jacksonville State University is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify Jacksonville State University's academic range and degree level offering.




Programs and Courses

Programs/Courses/Degrees

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Tuition Fees

Introduction

Yearly tuition fees refers to the amount of money that a student is charged by a University for one academic year of full-time study. Read our guide article about tuition fees and financial aid options to learn more.


Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of Jacksonville State University categorizes tuition fees by student type (local or international) and degree level (undergraduate or postgraduate). It aims to help students get an approximate idea of the estimated yearly tuition fees at Jacksonville State University.



Jacksonville State University: Tuition Fees Range Matrix

Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students
10,000-12,499 US$ (9,110-11,390 Euro) 10,000-12,499 US$ (9,110-11,390 Euro)
International
students
20,000-24,999 US$ (18,225-22,780 Euro) 20,000-24,999 US$ (18,225-22,780 Euro)

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Admissions

Introduction

Applying for admission is the first step towards achieving students' academic and career goals and accessing the many opportunities and resources that a university has to offer. Read our "Introduction to University Admissions" article to learn more.


Admission Information

Jacksonville State University's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits men and women (coeducational).


Jacksonville State University's Admission Selection Admission Selection

This higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

This institution acceptance rate range is 70-79% making it a moderately selective higher education institution.


Minority Serving Minority Serving

This institution does not have a special focus on promoting education or research among a specific minority or ethnic group.


Admission Requirements Admission Requirements

  • Secondary school GPA is required
  • Secondary school rank is neither required nor recommended
  • Secondary school record is required
  • Completion of college-preparatory program is neither required nor recommended
  • Recommendations are neither required nor recommended
  • Formal demonstration of competencies is neither required nor recommended
  • Admission test scores are required
  • TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) is required
  • Other Test (Wonderlic, WISC-III, etc.) is neither required nor recommended

Source: IPDES


Jacksonville State University's International Students Admission International Students Admission

International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.


Jacksonville State University's Admission Office Admission Office

700 Pelham Road North
Jacksonville 36265-1602
(256) 782 5268
800 231 5291

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Size and Profile

Introduction

University size and profile can be important factors to consider when choosing a university. Here are some potential reasons why University size and profile can affect students when choosing a university.


Size and Profile

Jacksonville State University's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

This institution has a student enrollment range from 9,000 to 9,999, making it a medium-sized institution.


Jacksonville State University's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution's academic staff ranges from 500 to 599 members.


Jacksonville State University's Control Type Control Type

This institution is a public higher education institution.


Jacksonville State University's Entity Type Entity Type

This institution is a non-profit higher education institution.


Jacksonville State University's Campus Setting Campus Setting

This institution's main campus is located in a suburban setting.


Jacksonville State University's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a semesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into two main terms, or semesters, each typically lasting about 15 to 18 weeks, separated by a long break, usually a winter or summer vacation.


Jacksonville State University's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

This institution has a high percentage of disabled students making it particularly disability-friendly.


Jacksonville State University is None Religious Affiliation

None.


Facilities and Services

Introduction

What are the most common University facilities and services? Read our two guide articles about University Facilities and University Services to learn more.


University Facilities


Jacksonville State University's Library University Library

Yes Visit Jacksonville State University's Library
Jacksonville State University's library does not have any external branch. The library collection is comprised of both physical (i.e. books, medium, etc.) and digital/electronic items. In 2021 the library reported 637,489 physical volumes, 9,982 physical media, 211,857 digital/electronic media and 456 licensed digital/electronic databases. The library is managed by a total number of 42 full-time employees, including 14 librarians. Jacksonville State University's library has a total library expenditure greater than $100,000 per year. Source: IPDES.


Jacksonville State University's Housing University Housing

Yes
In particular, the Jacksonville State University provides on-campus housing and the total dormitory capacity, whether on or off campus, was about 2,564 students in the 2021 academic year. Source: IPDES.


Jacksonville State University's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Yes


Jacksonville State University's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported


University Services


Jacksonville State University's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Yes


Jacksonville State University's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Yes


Jacksonville State University's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Yes

In particular, this institution offers some programs fully via distance education at the undergraduate level and at the graduate level. Source: IPDES.

Jacksonville State University's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Yes


Jacksonville State University's Career Services Career Services

Yes


Recognition and Accreditation

Introduction

There are different types of legal recognition and quality assessment of higher education institutions around the world, depending on the country and its legal and higher education system... read our article about university accreditation and recognition to learn more.


Jacksonville State University's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Jacksonville State University is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

1935


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Jacksonville State University's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics, Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics
  • Accrediting Council on Education in Journalism and Mass Communications
  • Association for Behavior Analysis International Accreditation Board
  • Association of Technology, Management and Applied Engineering
  • Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business
  • Commission on Accreditation for Respiratory Care
  • Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education
  • Computing Accreditation Commission of ABET
  • Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs
  • Council on Social Work Education, Board of Accreditation
  • National Association of Schools of Art and Design, Commission on Accreditation
  • National Association of Schools of Music, Commission on Accreditation
  • National Association of Schools of Theatre, Commission on Accreditation
  • National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education
  • Network of Schools of Public Policy, Affairs, and Administration, Commission on Peer Review and Accreditation


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Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

University memberships and affiliations to external organizations can be important for several reasons... read our article about university affiliations and memberships to learn more.


Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Jacksonville State University's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • American Association of State Colleges and Universities (AASCU)
  • National Athletic Association (NAA)
  • National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)


Academic Structure

Introduction

Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of fields of study and disciplines a university focuses on and the institution's level of specialization. Comprehensive or Generalist Universities typically offer a wide range of academic programs and have many academic divisions and subdivisions across different disciplines, while Specialized Universities tend to focus on a narrower range of programs within a specific field or industry and have fewer divisions and a more streamlined organizational structure. Read our guide article "Understanding Academic Divisions in Universities - Colleges, Faculties, Schools" to learn more about academic divisions and typical university organizational structures.


Academic Structure

uniRank shows a structural diagram of the first-level academic divisions of the Jacksonville State University 's organizational structure; feel free to submit any relevant missing division.


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Social Media

Introduction

Social media can be a powerful tool for Universities to communicate with current students, alumni, faculty, staff and the wider community. But how can social media be important for prospective students? Read our article about the importance of Social Media for universities and prospective students to learn more.


Social Media

uniRank publishes brief reviews, rankings and metrics for some of Jacksonville State University's social media channels as a starting point for comparison and as an additional selection tool for potential applicants.


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LinkedIn LinkedIn

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TikTok TikTok

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Free Online Courses

Open Education Global Open Education Global

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