Jackson State University

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Jackson State University is a public institution located in Jackson, MS. The school has... approximately 4650 undergraduate students. The school offers students degree opportunities. The average family income of students that are attending this school is $29,550. The average age of students entering Jackson State University is 23. The most popular programs at the Jackson State University are: Education (14%), Business, Management, Marketing, And Related Support Services (13%), Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies (12%), Biological And Biomedical Sciences (11%) and Health Professions And Related Programs (9%).


Tuition & Fees
$9,445.00
Admissions Rate
90%
Average Debt at Graduation
$30,500.00
Average SAT Score
993

Below is what you can expect to pay if you are attending the Jackson State University.

Tuition & Fees
$9,445.00
Books, Supplies, & Living Expenses
$15,125.00
Total Expected Costs
$24,570.00

Average Cost for Students on Financial Aid
$18,152.00
Cost for Students on Financial Aid by Family Income

Depending on the fedaral, state, or institutional grant aid available, students in your income bracket may pay more or less than the overall average costs.

Family Income Average Cost
$0 - $30,000 $15,608.00
$30,001 - $48,000 $19,009.00
$48,001 - $75,000 $22,299.00
$75,001 - $110,000 $24,428.00
$110,000 + $24,570.00

Below is a detailed breakdown of the student body at the Jackson State University.

4,650 Undergraduate Students

Male Students: 34%

Female Students: 66%

90% Full Time / 10% Part Time

Average Age of Entry : 23

Low Income Students: 71%


Race / Ethnicity

The test scores below show the average of all students that have been accepted at the Jackson State University.

SAT Scores
ACT Scores

The average student can expect to graduate from the Jackson State University with the amount of debt stated below.

Average Debt at Graduation
$30,500.00
Students Receiving Federal Loans
90%
Typical Monthly Loan Payment
$316.54

The graduation rate at the Jackson State University is displayed as a percentage of students admitted.

Graduation Rate
44%
Students who Return after their First Year
74%

Below is a list of the degree programs that are offered at the Jackson State University.

Bachelor Degrees
  • Communication, Journalism, and Related Programs
  • Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services
  • Education
  • Engineering
  • Engineering Technology and Engineering-Related Fields

Most Popular Programs
  • Education (14%)
  • Business, Management, Marketing, And Related Support Services (13%)
  • Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies (12%)
  • Biological And Biomedical Sciences (11%)
  • Health Professions And Related Programs (9%)