At a glance
Average net price
$23,836
In-state, after aid
6-year graduation rate
50.9%
Admission rate
93%
Undergrad size
4,600
In-state tuition
$8,965
Out-of-state tuition
$11,965
Cost of attendance
$32,415
Median earnings (10y)
$39,060
Admissions
- SAT average
- 965
- ACT midpoint
- 18
- Retention
- 62.4%
- Locale
- City
Programs breakdown
20 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by social sciences (31%), stem (19%), humanities & arts (19%).
- STEM19%
- Health9%
- Business13%
- Humanities & arts19%
- Social sciences31%
- Trades & services9%
- Education14.8%~679 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Business13.4%~618 students/yr · BusinessCompare schools
- ~451 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~418 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~407 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~396 students/yr · HealthCompare schools
- ~368 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Psychology5.0%~228 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Engineering4.2%~195 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Communication4.1%~190 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Computer science3.0%~139 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Social sciences3.0%~139 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Liberal arts1.9%~89 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Engineering tech1.8%~84 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~78 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~45 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- History0.9%~39 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- English0.4%~17 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~11 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Mathematics0.2%~11 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
Share of all degrees and certificates awarded in each broad CIP-2 program area (U.S. Department of Education, latest reporting year). Estimated students/yr = share × undergrad size.
Specific majors offered
40 specific majors with reported completions. Earnings shown are median annual earnings 1 year after graduation; debt is median student-loan debt at graduation.
| Major | Credential | Grads | Median earnings | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Master's | 354 | $34,986 | — |
| Biology, General. | Bachelor's | 236 | $23,341 | $29,000 |
| Social Work. | Master's | 165 | $34,161 | — |
| Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other. | Bachelor's | 152 | — | — |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Bachelor's | 148 | $26,066 | $31,000 |
| Education, General. | Graduate certificate | 141 | $44,265 | — |
| Social Work. | Bachelor's | 137 | $24,065 | $36,403 |
| Education, Other. | Bachelor's | 122 | $24,825 | $42,699 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor's | 122 | $33,183 | $35,000 |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services. | Bachelor's | 103 | $28,195 | $44,875 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Master's | 100 | $42,514 | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas. | Bachelor's | 91 | $26,579 | $28,875 |
| Psychology, General. | Bachelor's | 83 | $23,882 | $31,000 |
| Communication and Media Studies. | Bachelor's | 76 | $28,578 | $31,624 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Bachelor's | 70 | $35,707 | $31,000 |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | Bachelor's | 69 | — | $48,911 |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Bachelor's | 64 | $35,514 | $29,500 |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General. | Bachelor's | 53 | — | — |
| Student Counseling and Personnel Services. | Master's | 51 | $39,222 | — |
| Computer Engineering. | Bachelor's | 48 | $68,863 | $27,000 |
| Public Health. | Master's | 48 | $35,764 | — |
| Educational Administration and Supervision. | Doctoral | 46 | $55,403 | — |
| Communication Disorders Sciences and Services. | Master's | 42 | $53,212 | — |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness. | Master's | 41 | $33,576 | — |
| Political Science and Government. | Bachelor's | 35 | — | $27,000 |
| Industrial Production Technologies/Technicians. | Bachelor's | 33 | $31,531 | $30,242 |
| Civil Engineering. | Bachelor's | 30 | $53,963 | $31,000 |
| Visual and Performing Arts, General. | Bachelor's | 29 | — | $31,000 |
| Communication Disorders Sciences and Services. | Bachelor's | 29 | — | $25,000 |
| Finance and Financial Management Services. | Bachelor's | 27 | — | $26,000 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas. | Master's | 24 | $38,570 | — |
| Marketing. | Bachelor's | 21 | $44,348 | — |
| Electrical, Electronics, and Communications Engineering. | Bachelor's | 20 | — | — |
| Chemistry. | Bachelor's | 20 | — | — |
| Entrepreneurial and Small Business Operations. | Bachelor's | 18 | — | $36,890 |
| Biology, General. | Master's | 16 | — | — |
| Educational Administration and Supervision. | Master's | 15 | — | — |
| Public Health. | Doctoral | 15 | — | — |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General. | Master's | 14 | — | — |
| Public Administration. | Master's | 14 | $31,703 | — |
Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard Field of Study. Earnings cover graduates who received federal financial aid and are working / not enrolled. Cells marked "—" are not reported or were suppressed for privacy.
About Jackson State University
Jackson State University is a mid-sized institution located in Jackson, Mississippi, primarily awarding the bachelor's degree. It enrolls roughly 4,600 undergraduate students in a city setting. The most popular fields of study include Education, Business, Interdisciplinary.
Cost & tuition
The average net price at Jackson State University — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $23,836 per year, which is above the national average compared to other U.S. institutions. Sticker tuition runs $8,965 for in-state students and $11,965 for out-of-state students before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $32,415 annually.
Graduation & earnings outcomes
The 6-year graduation rate is 50.9%, a above-average completion outcome. 62.4% of first-time students return for a second year, a useful proxy for student satisfaction and academic fit. Ten years after enrolling, the median graduate earns $39,060 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.
Programs & majors
Jackson State University confers degrees and certificates across 20 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Education, Business, Interdisciplinary. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by social sciences (31% of credentials), stem (19% of credentials), humanities & arts (19% of credentials), which gives a quick read on the school's overall academic profile. Use the programs breakdown below to see every reported area, an estimated number of students per program per year, and links to compare other U.S. colleges in the same field.
Admissions
Jackson State University accepts 93% of applicants, making it open or near-open admission. Admitted students have an average SAT score around 965. The ACT midpoint for admitted students is roughly 18.
Location & campus
Set in Jackson, Mississippi (city), Jackson State University draws students from across Mississippi and beyond. Prospective students often weigh proximity, cost of living, and local industry demand when choosing between schools in this area.
Frequently asked questions about Jackson State University
Q.How much does Jackson State University cost?
The average net price at Jackson State University is $23,836 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $32,415.
Q.What is the graduation rate at Jackson State University?
Jackson State University has a 6-year graduation rate of 50.9% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
Q.How hard is it to get into Jackson State University?
Jackson State University admits 93% of applicants, which is considered open or near-open admission.
Q.How much do Jackson State University graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, the median Jackson State University graduate earns $39,060 per year.
Q.What is tuition at Jackson State University?
Published tuition is $8,965 in-state and $11,965 out-of-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.
Q.Where is Jackson State University located?
Jackson State University is located in Jackson, Mississippi (ZIP 39217).
Data on this page comes from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard and IPEDS, the federal sources colleges are required to report to. Net price, graduation rate, and earnings figures reflect the latest available federal release. Always verify current tuition and program availability directly with Jackson State University at their official website.