James Madison University (JMU) is a four-year, public school located in Harrisonburg, VA. 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 JMU's 2024 tuition & fees is $13,576 for Virginia residents and $30,790 for out-of-state students for the academic year 2023-2024. 35% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $9,388.
For the academic year 2022-2023, the school has a total enrollment of 22,224 and the students to faculty ratio is 17 to 1 (5.88%).
JMU's acceptance rate is 76.00% and the yield (enrollment rate) is 18.00%. The median SAT scores is 1240 and the ACT socre is 27.
JMU ranked 5th in Virginia Colleges rankings. James Madison 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 James Madison University is $13,576 for in-state students and $30,790 for out-of-state students. For graduate programs, its 2024 tuition & fees is $13,080 for in-state students and $30,528 for out-of-state students.
The estimated 2025 tuition & fees for prospective students is $14,078 for Virginia residents and $31,441 for out-of-state students based on the current year tuition changes from last year. The estimated 2025 graduate school tuition & fees is $13,476 for Virginia residents and $31,596 for out-of-state students.
| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $13,576 | $30,790 |
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| Graduate | $13,080 | $30,528 |
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| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $14,078 | $31,441 |
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| Graduate | $13,476 | $31,596 |
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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
James Madison 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 JMU
| Learning Opportunities |
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| ROTC | Army, Air Force |
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| Weekend/Evening College | No |
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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 | No |
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