Jackson State University (Jackson State) is a four-year, public school located in Jackson, MS. It is a historically black college/university. It is classified as Research University with high research activity by Carnegie Classification, also known as R2 University. You can compare their tuition and admission statistics at R2 University comparison page.
The Jackson State's 2024 tuition & fees is $8,795 for Mississippi residents and $9,795 for out-of-state students for the academic year 2023-2024. 77% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $7,977.
For the academic year 2022-2023, the school has a total enrollment of 6,906 and the students to faculty ratio is 15 to 1 (6.67%).
Jackson State's acceptance rate is 91.03% and the yield (enrollment rate) is 7.60%. The median SAT scores is 960 and the ACT socre is 18.
Jackson State ranked 209th in National Universities and 7th in Mississippi Colleges rankings. Jackson State University is accredited by Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Colleges.
2024 Tuition & Fees and 2025 Estimation
For undergraduate programs, the 2024 tuition & fees of Jackson State University is $8,795 for in-state students and $9,795 for out-of-state students. For graduate programs, its 2024 tuition & fees is $8,795 for in-state students and $9,795 for out-of-state students.
The estimated 2025 tuition & fees for prospective students is $9,160 for Mississippi residents and $10,158 for out-of-state students based on the current year tuition changes from last year. The estimated 2025 graduate school tuition & fees is $9,160 for Mississippi residents and $10,158 for out-of-state students.
| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $8,795 | $9,795 |
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| Graduate | $8,795 | $9,795 |
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| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $9,160 | $10,158 |
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| Graduate | $9,160 | $10,158 |
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The estimation for 2024-2025 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.
Admission Key Statistics
Data source: IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System), College Scorecard
Learning Opportunities and Campus Services
Jackson 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 Jackson State
| Learning Opportunities |
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| ROTC | Army, Air Force |
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| Weekend/Evening College | Yes |
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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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