Jacksonville State University is a public 4-year college in Jacksonville, Alabama with 7,036 undergraduates. It admits 78% of applicants, costs an average of $17,111 a year after grants and graduates 48% of its students.
Figures from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, released October 15, 2026. What each number covers.
Jacksonville State University acceptance rate and admissions
Jacksonville State University admitted 78% of applicants for fall 2024. The median acceptance rate at 4-year colleges is 77%.
Test scores: Considered but not required (as reported for fall 2024 admission). That means you can apply without SAT or ACT scores. Check the admissions office for the current policy.
The colored band is the middle 50% of enrolled students in fall 2024 (reading and writing 500 to 630, math 500 to 660). The tick marks the typical 4-year college. Check how your scores fit.
Jacksonville State University tuition, cost and net price
| Tuition and fees, in-state (2025-26) | $13,224 |
|---|---|
| Tuition and fees, out-of-state (2025-26) | $23,814 |
| On-campus housing and food (2025-26) | $9,932 |
| Total cost of attendance (2024-25) | $28,418 |
| Average net price after grants (2024-25) | $17,111 |
Students who get federal aid pay an average of $17,111 a year after grants and scholarships, $11,307 less than the full cost of attendance. This figure covers in-state students.
What families pay, by income
Average yearly cost after grants for aided first-time students paying in-state tuition, by family income (2024-25):
Your own price depends on your family's full situation. Run Jacksonville State University's net price calculator for a personal estimate, or make a "what it costs us" card.
Jacksonville State University graduation rate, earnings and debt
- 48% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years (students who started in 2019).
- Former students earned a median of $51,004 a year, 10 years after they started (students who received federal aid and were working).
- Students who completed left with a median of $21,767 in federal student loans.
Earnings compared
Debt compared
Median debt is 43% of median earnings 10 years after entry. Many advisers suggest keeping total student debt below one year of expected pay. See the monthly payment.
Jacksonville State University majors and what graduates earn
Jacksonville State University awarded bachelor's degrees in 40 fields recently. The best-paid graduates four years out came from engineering/engineering-related technologies/technicians, other ($92,358).
All 40 majors at Jacksonville State University
Four-year earnings: graduates of 2017-18 and 2018-19, measured in 2022 and 2023, in 2024 dollars. Fields with few graduates have no published earnings.
Graduate programs at Jacksonville State University
27 graduate programs awarded degrees recently. Largest first.
Show 27 graduate programs
| Program | Degree | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Teacher education by grade level | Master's | 74 | $52,537 | $29,028 |
| Nursing | Master's | 48 | $98,149 | $38,359 |
| Business administration | Master's | 48 | $64,627 | $20,500 |
| Social work | Master's | 41 | $45,231 | $27,770 |
| Teacher education by subject | Master's | 32 | $55,680 | $30,750 |
| Nursing | Professional doctorate | 31 | n/a | n/a |
| School counseling and student services | Master's | 27 | $53,009 | $47,870 |
| Kinesiology and exercise science | Master's | 27 | n/a | n/a |
| Homeland security | Master's | 27 | $67,330 | $32,718 |
| Public administration | Master's | 20 | n/a | $50,756 |
| Biology | Master's | 17 | $46,812 | n/a |
| Educational/Instructional Media Design | Master's | 15 | $61,828 | n/a |
| Special education | Master's | 14 | $50,443 | n/a |
| English | Master's | 14 | n/a | n/a |
| Music | Master's | 13 | n/a | n/a |
| Criminal justice | Master's | 11 | $47,596 | n/a |
| Liberal arts and general studies | Master's | 10 | n/a | n/a |
| Geography | Master's | 9 | n/a | n/a |
| History | Master's | 9 | n/a | n/a |
| Education leadership | Master's | 6 | $80,840 | $40,981 |
| Computer and information sciences | Master's | 5 | n/a | n/a |
| Engineering/Engineering-Related Technologies/Technicians, Other | Master's | 5 | n/a | n/a |
| Graphic and industrial design | Master's | 5 | n/a | n/a |
| Allied health (PA, radiography, therapy and more) | Master's | 5 | n/a | n/a |
| Clinical and counseling psychology | Master's | 4 | n/a | n/a |
| Homeland security | Doctoral | 3 | n/a | n/a |
| Mathematics | Master's | 1 | n/a | n/a |
Students and location
- 7,036 degree-seeking undergraduates (fall 2024)
- 59% women, 41% men
- 19 students for every faculty member
- Setting: small suburb
- Accredited by Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
Frequently asked questions
What is the acceptance rate at Jacksonville State University?
Jacksonville State University admitted 78% of applicants for fall 2024, according to the U.S. Department of Education.
How much does Jacksonville State University cost?
Tuition and fees for 2025-26 are $13,224 for in-state students and $23,814 for out-of-state students. After grants and scholarships, aided students paid an average net price of $17,111 a year in 2024-25.
What SAT score do you need for Jacksonville State University?
The middle 50% of enrolled students scored 500 to 630 in reading and writing and 500 to 660 in math, and 17 to 24 on the ACT. Scores inside these ranges are typical for admitted students.
Is Jacksonville State University test-optional?
For fall 2024 admission, Jacksonville State University reported that test scores were: considered but not required. Policies change, so confirm with the admissions office.
What is the graduation rate at Jacksonville State University?
48% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years.
How much do Jacksonville State University graduates make?
Former students who received federal aid earned a median of $51,004 a year 10 years after they started, in 2024 dollars.
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Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard, data release of October 15, 2026. What each figure means and the year it covers.