James Madison University
Location
800 S. Main Street, Harrisonburg, VA, 22807
(540) 568-6211
Admission
Acceptance Rate
42,598
Applied
29,303
Accepted
21,358
Enrolled
Application Deadline
| Type | Application Closing | Notification Date | Rolling Admission |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fall Freshmen | January 15 | April 15 | N/A |
| Other early decision plan | November 1 | March 1 | N/A |
| Transfer | March 1 | April 15 | N/A |
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
$8,312
In-state
$25,918
Out-of-state
$14,368
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
$18,639
Avg. Financial Aid Package
$17,706
Avg. Freshman Financial Aid Package
$4,256
Avg. Loan Aid
$1,520
Avg. Grant Aid
$18,639
Avg. Scholarship and/or Grant Aid awarded
92%
Avg. Percentage of Financial Need Met
76.71%
Percentage of Students Who Had Their Need Fully Met
Student Body
21,358
Total students
23%
Out-of-state students
0.1%
International Students
21358
Student body size
Race/Ethnicity
Gender
44.1%
Male
55.9%
Female
Campus Life
Housing
| Type | |
|---|---|
| College-owned housing | None |
| Housing requirements | None |
| Housing options | |
| % of undergrad students who live in college housing | 32 |
| % of students living on campus | No Reported |
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
Local fraternities
Greek sororities
Campus Security & Safety
24-hour emergency telephone/alarm services
Electronically-operated dormitory entrances
24-hour patrols by trained officers
Late-night transport/escort services
Patrol student