Overview
Enrollment
| Location | Jackson, Mississippi |
| Online | jsums.edu |
| School Type | Public 4 Year |
| Setting | Midsize City |
| Size | Mid-size |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
Jackson State University, located in Jackson, Mississippi's capital city, is a public historically Black university established in 1877. The 245-acre urban campus features a mix of modern and traditional architecture, with recent expansions including new STEM facilities and residence halls. As Mississippi's fourth-largest public institution, JSU maintains selective admission standards and offers comprehensive academic programs, with particular strengths in education, business, engineering, and social sciences. The university houses students in multiple residential complexes across campus and competes in NCAA Division I athletics as the Tigers in the Southwestern Athletic Conference (SWAC), where its football program has achieved notable recognition.
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Ratings
Overall
Academics
Resources
Outcomes
Value
Jackson State University is rated within the lower 27% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 3 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Rankings
Rankings for Jackson State University within the 2025 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#974 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#403 in Best Public Colleges in the U.S.
#7 in Best Colleges in Mississippi
#4 in Best Public Colleges in Mississippi
#14 in Best Value Colleges in Mississippi
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 850/1080 |
| ACT | 15/20 |
| GPA | 3.1 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | Jul 15, 2025 |
| Applicant Competition | Very Low |
| Application Fee | $25 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,400 |
| Other Fees | $275 |
| Room and Board | $11,782 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $10,716 |
| Total One Year Cost | $32,988 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Business | 20% |
| Education | 14% |
| General Studies | 12% |
| Biology | 9% |
| Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting | 6% |
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Last updated February 24, 2025