Jackson State University: Review & Facts

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Jackson State University is a medium four-year, public school with 6,910 students enrolled. This institution was founded in 1877 and is one of the 6 schools located in Jackson, Mississippi.

Jackson State University is one of the Historically Black College or University institutions (HBCU).

Academic Offerings

Jackson State University will give you the option to receive a bachelor's degree, postbaccalaureate certificate, master's degree, postmaster certificate, or doctoral degree.

Majors
Offered
65
Jackson State University deploys a semester-based curriculum calendar system and offers enrollment in 65 majors. The most popular concentrations are Education, Social Work, Management, Biology, and Business. Read the details about Majors offered at this college and see program Ratings.

It is worthwhile to know student retention and graduation rates before you apply to a school to get your diploma or to engage in a long-term study; high retention and graduation rates are usually a positive sign. Nevertheless, if you are planning to transfer out or take non-credit coursework, these metrics are not important.

The rate of student retention at Jackson State University is fair at 77% (above Mississippi average). Considering this statistic, apparently students enjoy their stay at this school.

Student Retention
77%
Good
The graduation rate at Jackson State University is low: 43%. Roughly 32% of the school's undergraduate students transfer to other colleges.

Student to faculty ratio at Jackson State University is pretty decent: 15:1. Read more details on instructors at this college in the Faculty & Salaries report.

Tuition and Loans

Average tuition prices are relatevely low, $8,300 per year. The additional fees at Jackson State University beyond tuition are roughly $1,200, which comes to $9,500 a year.

Read the details about Jackson State University additional charges as well as availability of loans and likelihood of repaying them upon graduation in the Tuition & Loans report for this college.

Admissions Information

Acceptance
Rate
89%
Easy
As reported in recent government data, 12,583 applications were submitted and 11,153 were accepted, so it is easy to get accepted at this school.

The college might accept dual credits and advanced placement credits earned prior to admission.

Check the details about admissions as well applicants' SAT and ACT test scores at Jackson State University in the Admissions and Tests report for this college.

Opportunities and Services

Dormatory
Annual Price
$5,800
Medium
Jackson State University provides a distance learning option, study abroad programs, and evening/weekend study opportunity, which is a great option for those who work full-time.

There are options for on-campus part-time employment at Jackson State University, which allows students to cover some of the tuition expenses. Additionally, this school helps students to evaluate their career options and find a full-time job upon graduation.

Safety
Grade
F
Unsafe
Jackson State University offers on-campus housing. Dormitory capacity at this college accommodates roughly 2,200 students, which offers a viable on-campus housing opportunity. The room price is reasonable - approximately $5,800 per year.

Army and Air Force ROTC programs are available at Jackson State University. Reserve Officers' Training Corps commissioning programs typically imply elective classes in addition to required college curriculum, possible funding for your tuition, and an obligation to serve upon graduation.

ROTC
Available
Yes
It is important to keep in mind that enrolling in a ROTC course does not commit you to serve unless you have received a ROTC scholarship, grant, or any other funding.

Based on the college crime numbers, Jackson State University seems to be a very dangerous school. Read the details in the Campus Crime report for this college.

Jackson State University Location and Address

Postal Address:
Jackson State University
1400 John R. Lynch Street
Jackson, Mississippi
39217, USA
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