PublicSuburbanJacksonville State University
Jacksonville, Alabama 36265
Data last updated: August 29, 2026
Known for health sciences — excellent value
Jacksonville State University is a public institution in Jacksonville with particular strength in health sciences and business. With an average SAT of 1055, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.
A mid-sized campus of 7K undergraduates with a 19:1 student-faculty ratio. The suburban location offers a balance of campus life and nearby amenities.
51% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $45,235 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $14,850.
More About This School
Varsity Sports — Gamecocks
History & Fun Facts
- •1883 The university was founded as Jacksonville State Normal School, a "class A" normal school, it was chartered by the state of Alabama and Gov.
- •O'Neal on February 22, 1883, in order to prepare teachers for work in public school.
- •It was established within campus of the former Calhoun College in Jacksonville.
- •The first board of directors for the normal school included S.
Source: Wikipedia
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Admissions
SAT Score Ranges
Average: 1055
ACT Score Range
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard / IPEDS.
Deadline Calendar
Typical Application Requirements
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Net Price by Family Income
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Net price reflects most recent cohort of federally-aided undergraduates.
Debt & Aid Detail
Net Price Trend
Tuition Trend
Graduate w/ Zero Debt
31.0%
Avg Tuition Increase
7.3%/yr
Median Debt at Grad
$14,000
Programs (77)
Outcomes
Median Earnings After Graduation
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.
Student Life
Student Satisfaction
Retention Rate
64%
Student Body
Race & Ethnicity
Campus Safety
Total Incidents (2024)
51
Peer Average
37
3-Year Trend
Emergency System
Campus police, emergency alert system, blue-light phones
Incident Breakdown (2024)
Burglary
Aggravated Assault
Robbery
Motor Vehicle Theft
Sex Offenses
Arson
Drug Arrests
Liquor Arrests
Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).
Location & Lifestyle
Cost of Living
Estimated from AL state average + suburban adjustment