Jackson State University Jackson, MS
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Overview of Jackson State University |
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Quick Facts
8,687 students
31% admitted
$5,050 tuition/year
- 6,560 full time
- 2,127 part time
- 2,522 men full time
- 4,038 women full time
- 8,432 applied
- 2,643 admitted
- 854 enrolled
- $5,050 out of state
- N/A fees
- $6,596 room & board
- $2,300 books
At a Glance
| Institution Type: | Public |
| Campus Setting: | Mid-size city |
| Highest Degree Offered: | Doctor's degree - other |
| Historically Black College or University: | HBCU |
| Level of Institution: | Four or more years |
| Calendar: | Semester |
| School Colors: | Royal blue and white |
8,687 Students
Reviews: In Three Sentences
- Lashonda from North Chicago, IL
“jackson state university is a very fun school. get involved with events and clubs at jackson state. everyone is friendly like staff, teachers, students, ect.…”
- Jan-25-2012 » Read More
- Kasey
“Jackson State University is a wonderful place to get your foot in the door and a jumpstart on your career. Combine the family environment with the professional of the student…”
- May-10-2012 » Read More
- Octavia from Jackson, MS
“I love Jackson State! Since I'm a native of Jackson, it's like my home away from home. It's far enough from home but not too far that it's too expensive…”
- Jul-26-2012 » Read More
- Faderika from Greenwood, MS
“Jackson State University is the best HBCU in Mississippi. …”
- Jan-07-2012 » Read More
- Kayla from Jackson, MS
“jackson state university is a local college in the jackson area. we are known for the sonic boomof the south! the campus is open and friendly.…”
- Mar-01-2012 » Read More
Jackson State University
- Located in Jackson, MS
- Public
- 8,687 students enrolled
- 31% admitted
- $5,050 annual cost to attend
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Reviews
Student Responses to Review Topic: Am I Enjoying Being Here
- Darius from Mobile, AL
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Sep-27-2011
I am
researching this school and
have visited the campus
Their atmosphere is so exciting and fun.
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- Lauren from Saint Louis, MO
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Aug-11-2011
I am
a current student here
I love Jackson State University! I bleed blue and white. I do a lot on campus and involved thats how you would love it. Join clubs and organizations.
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- Christiana from Milwaukee, WI
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Dec-28-2010
I am
a current student here
Never having been on my own, away from family, or visiting JSU before arriving for my first semester, I had no idea what to expect. I was in love by the spring! There are a lot of campus involvement opportunities.
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- Durand from Detroit, MI
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Jun-17-2010
I am
researching this school and
have visited the campus
There's just so much to do and to get into...being bored here is not an option
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- Alexis from Chicago, IL
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Feb-24-2010
I am
accepted here and planning to attend soon
If you are not from a big city (i.e. Chicago), the small town, close knit environment may feel a bit like home.
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