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Jacksonville State University

Jacksonville, Alabama · Public

73%acceptance rate
950–1210SAT middle 50%
17–24ACT middle 50%
$14,511average net price, in-state

Jacksonville State University admitted 73% of 11,273 applicants (Common Data Set 2025-2026). First-year students who sent the SAT scored 950–1210 in the middle half. Test scores are optional. 51% of students graduate within six years.

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Early decision and early action

Jacksonville State University doesn’t report an early decision or early action round.

What admissions weighs

How Jacksonville State University rates each part of an application, from its Common Data Set.

Very important

  • GPA

Important

  • –

Considered

  • Test scores

Not considered

  • Course rigor
  • Class rank
  • Essay
  • Recommendations
  • Interview
  • Activities
  • Talent or ability
  • Character
  • First generation
  • Legacy
  • Where you live
  • State residency
  • Religion
  • Volunteering
  • Work experience
  • Showing interest

High school GPA

First-year students averaged a 3.45 GPA. 17% of those who reported a class rank were in the top 10% of their class.

  • 4.030%
  • 3.75–3.997%
  • 3.50–3.7418%
  • 3.25–3.4912%
  • 3.00–3.2413%
  • 2.50–2.9912%
  • 2.00–2.498%
  • Under 2.00.1%

Some colleges report weighted GPAs, so compare loosely.

What it costs

Full price with housing is $24,824 in-state and $35,114 out-of-state a year. After grants, students paid $14,511 on average (in-state).

Average price after grants, by family income, for in-state students:

  • $0–30k$13,268
  • $30–48k$13,842
  • $48–75k$16,202
  • $75–110k$18,157
  • $110k+$18,079

Quick answers

What is Jacksonville State University’s acceptance rate?

Jacksonville State University admitted 73% of applicants: 8,256 of 11,273 (Common Data Set 2025-2026).

What SAT score do you need for Jacksonville State University?

The middle half of admitted students who sent the SAT scored 950 to 1210, with a median around 1070. A score at or above 1070 puts you in the top half of admitted students who sent one.

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