Jackson State University
Location
1400 John R. Lynch St, Jackson, MS, 39217
(601) 979-2121
Admission
Acceptance Rate
18,999
Applied
18,242
Accepted
4,967
Enrolled
Application Deadline
| Type | Application Closing | Notification Date | Rolling Admission |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fall Freshmen | August 12 | N/A | N/A |
| Other early decision plan | N/A | August 1 | N/A |
| Transfer | August 12 | N/A | Yes |
Majors
Major and Degrees
Costs
Annual costs for full-time undergraduate students for the most current academic year. Full-time costs are based on 24 credits per year. Tuition rates vary by:
- Academic program/major
- Campus/location
- Class time
- Class load
- Course level
- Student level
Tuition and Fees
$9,210
In-state
$13,210
Out-of-state
$11,972
Room & Board
Financial Aid
Financial aid can include grants, loans, scholarships, and work-study/jobs. Financial aid packages vary depending on your financial need. Most colleges determine financial need based on your FAFSA
Student Body
4,967
Total students
50.74%
Out-of-state students
1.8%
International Students
4967
Student body size
Race/Ethnicity
Gender
36.6%
Male
63.4%
Female
Campus Life
Housing
| Type | |
|---|---|
| College-owned housing | Yes |
| Housing requirements | None |
| Housing options | Co-ed housing Freshman car parking |
| % of undergrad students who live in college housing | 45.06 |
| % of students living on campus | Women Housing: X |
Student Activities
Student-run campus newspaper
Student-run radio station
Marching band
Drama/theatre group
Choral groups
Student Services
Personal/psychological counseling
Health clinic
Student Organizations
Greek fraternities
Local fraternities
Greek sororities
Local sororities
Others
Campus Security & Safety
24-hour emergency telephone/alarm services
Electronically-operated dormitory entrances
24-hour patrols by trained officers