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91%
Open Admissions
34%
Graduation
About Jackson State University
Jackson State University is a public four-year institution located in Jackson, Mississippi. With an enrollment of approximately 4,769 undergraduate students, it is a small institution. With an acceptance rate of 91%, the institution maintains an accessible admissions process. The graduation rate is 34%. Graduates earn a median salary of $39,060 within 10 years of enrollment. After financial aid, the average student pays a net price of $20,191 per year.
Key Statistics
Acceptance Rate
91%
Class of 2026 data
Graduation Rate
34%
Enrollment
4,769
Total students
Median Earnings
$39,060
10 yrs after entry
In-State Tuition
$9,090
Per year
Out-of-State Tuition
$10,110
Per year
Average Net Price
$20,191
After aid (avg)
SAT Range (M+R)
840–1080
25th–75th percentile
Campus Location
Admissions
Admission Requirements
ACT Score Range
15 – 20
Test Score Ranges
SAT Score (Math + Reading)
25th
840
Median
1000
75th
1080
4001600
SAT Math
25th
410
Median
530
75th
530
200800
ACT Composite
25th
15
Median
18
75th
20
136
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Cost & Financial Aid
Cost Comparison
Out-of-State Tuition$10,110/yr
In-State Tuition$9,090/yr
Avg Net Price (after aid)$20,191/yr
What most students actually pay
Return on Investment
Below Avg4-Year Cost
$80,764
10-Year Earnings
$390,600
ROI Multiple
4.8×
Based on avg net price × 4 years vs. median earnings × 10 years after enrollment
Scholarships at Jackson State University
Student Outcomes
34%
Graduation Rate
Within 6 years
$39k
Median Earnings
10 years after enrollment
4,769
Total Enrollment
Undergraduate students
