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Public4-Yearlarge campus
James Madison University
Harrisonburg, VA
3.7Very Good
76%
Open Admissions
81%
Graduation
About James Madison University
James Madison University is a public four-year institution located in Harrisonburg, Virginia. With an enrollment of approximately 20,497 undergraduate students, it is a large institution. With an acceptance rate of 76%, the institution maintains an accessible admissions process. The graduation rate stands at a strong 81%. Graduates earn a median salary of $69,954 within 10 years of enrollment. After financial aid, the average student pays a net price of $21,816 per year.
Key Statistics
Acceptance Rate
76%
Class of 2026 data
Graduation Rate
81%
Enrollment
20,497
Total students
Median Earnings
$69,954
10 yrs after entry
In-State Tuition
$13,576
Per year
Out-of-State Tuition
$30,790
Per year
Average Net Price
$21,816
After aid (avg)
SAT Range
N/A or test-optional
Campus Location
Admissions
Admission Requirements
SAT Score Range (M+R)
Test-optional / N/A
ACT Score Range
25 – 29
Test Score Ranges
SAT Score (Math + Reading)
Test-optional / N/A
SAT Math
25th
570
Median
605
75th
650
200800
ACT Composite
25th
25
Median
27
75th
29
136
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Cost & Financial Aid
Cost Comparison
Out-of-State Tuition$30,790/yr
In-State Tuition$13,576/yr
Avg Net Price (after aid)$21,816/yr
What most students actually pay
Return on Investment
Good4-Year Cost
$87,264
10-Year Earnings
$699,540
ROI Multiple
8.0×
Based on avg net price × 4 years vs. median earnings × 10 years after enrollment
Scholarships at James Madison University
Student Outcomes
81%
Graduation Rate
Above national average
$70k
Median Earnings
10 years after enrollment
20,497
Total Enrollment
Undergraduate students
