At a glance
Average net price
$14,279
In-state, after aid
6-year graduation rate
54.7%
Admission rate
78%
Undergrad size
7,036
In-state tuition
$12,894
Out-of-state tuition
$23,334
Cost of attendance
$24,257
Median earnings (10y)
$45,235
Admissions
- SAT average
- 1,059
- ACT midpoint
- 20
- Retention
- 64.6%
- Locale
- Suburb
Programs breakdown
19 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by social sciences (23%), health (23%), humanities & arts (16%).
- STEM11%
- Health23%
- Business15%
- Humanities & arts16%
- Social sciences23%
- Trades & services12%
- Health professions23.4%~1,648 students/yr · HealthCompare schools
- Business14.6%~1,027 students/yr · BusinessCompare schools
- Education13.0%~913 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~678 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Liberal arts8.1%~569 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~339 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~307 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~255 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Psychology3.1%~219 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Engineering tech2.7%~193 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Computer science2.7%~188 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~156 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~146 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Communication2.0%~141 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Social sciences1.7%~120 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- English1.3%~89 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~26 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- History0.2%~15 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Mathematics0.1%~5 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Bachelor's | 535 | $58,575 | $21,500 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Bachelor's | 335 | $34,792 | $25,114 |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | Bachelor's | 210 | $26,252 | $27,546 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Master's | 155 | $43,900 | — |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor's | 139 | $35,379 | $25,000 |
| Biology, General. | Bachelor's | 133 | $25,746 | $22,000 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Master's | 123 | — | — |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Master's | 114 | — | — |
| Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General. | Bachelor's | 113 | $26,166 | $28,989 |
| Homeland Security. | Master's | 110 | — | — |
| Security Science and Technology. | Bachelor's | 102 | — | $24,250 |
| Marketing. | Bachelor's | 97 | $32,611 | $19,500 |
| Social Work. | Bachelor's | 92 | $30,556 | $26,342 |
| Music. | Bachelor's | 92 | $34,611 | $27,500 |
| Social Work. | Master's | 78 | — | — |
| Communication and Media Studies. | Bachelor's | 77 | $28,036 | $24,750 |
| Psychology, General. | Bachelor's | 71 | $27,457 | $26,750 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | First professional | 71 | — | — |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Bachelor's | 68 | $40,177 | $20,500 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Bachelor's | 64 | — | $26,000 |
| Education, General. | Graduate certificate | 60 | — | — |
| Finance and Financial Management Services. | Bachelor's | 60 | $38,501 | $14,875 |
| Parks, Recreation, and Leisure Studies. | Bachelor's | 58 | — | $21,500 |
| Homeland Security. | Bachelor's | 57 | — | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas. | Master's | 56 | $46,068 | — |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Bachelor's | 56 | $29,161 | $27,192 |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General. | Bachelor's | 55 | $40,133 | $23,578 |
| Quality Control and Safety Technologies/Technicians. | Bachelor's | 51 | $66,518 | $23,709 |
| Family and Consumer Sciences/Human Sciences, General. | Bachelor's | 51 | $27,513 | $28,327 |
| Fine and Studio Arts. | Bachelor's | 45 | $20,143 | $24,625 |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness. | Master's | 44 | $40,138 | — |
| Student Counseling and Personnel Services. | Master's | 37 | $39,098 | — |
| Information Science/Studies. | Bachelor's | 35 | — | — |
| Educational Administration and Supervision. | Master's | 34 | $55,822 | — |
| Special Education and Teaching. | Bachelor's | 33 | — | $24,250 |
| Engineering/Engineering-Related Technologies/Technicians, Other. | Bachelor's | 32 | $56,759 | $24,471 |
| Public Administration. | Master's | 30 | — | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas. | Bachelor's | 29 | $30,762 | — |
| Special Education and Teaching. | Master's | 28 | $46,183 | — |
| English Language and Literature, General. | Bachelor's | 28 | $26,583 | $23,267 |
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 Jacksonville State University
Jacksonville State University is a large institution located in Jacksonville, Alabama, primarily awarding the bachelor's degree. It enrolls roughly 7,036 undergraduate students in a suburb setting. The most popular fields of study include Health professions, Business, Education.
Cost & tuition
The average net price at Jacksonville State University — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $14,279 per year, which is moderately priced compared to other U.S. institutions. Sticker tuition runs $12,894 for in-state students and $23,334 for out-of-state students before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $24,257 annually.
Graduation & earnings outcomes
The 6-year graduation rate is 54.7%, a above-average completion outcome. 64.6% 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 $45,235 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.
Programs & majors
Jacksonville State University confers degrees and certificates across 19 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Health professions, Business, Education. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by social sciences (23% of credentials), health (23% of credentials), humanities & arts (16% 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
Jacksonville State University accepts 78% of applicants, making it moderately selective. Admitted students have an average SAT score around 1,059. The ACT midpoint for admitted students is roughly 20.
Location & campus
Set in Jacksonville, Alabama (suburb), Jacksonville State University draws students from across Alabama 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 Jacksonville State University
Q.How much does Jacksonville State University cost?
The average net price at Jacksonville State University is $14,279 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $24,257.
Q.What is the graduation rate at Jacksonville State University?
Jacksonville State University has a 6-year graduation rate of 54.7% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
Q.How hard is it to get into Jacksonville State University?
Jacksonville State University admits 78% of applicants, which is considered moderately selective.
Q.How much do Jacksonville State University graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, the median Jacksonville State University graduate earns $45,235 per year.
Q.What is tuition at Jacksonville State University?
Published tuition is $12,894 in-state and $23,334 out-of-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.
Q.Where is Jacksonville State University located?
Jacksonville State University is located in Jacksonville, Alabama (ZIP 36265).
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 Jacksonville State University at their official website.