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Jacksonville University

Jacksonville, Florida · Private

58%acceptance rate
1120–1273SAT middle 50%
23–28ACT middle 50%
$25,745average net price

Jacksonville University admitted 58% of 7,170 applicants (Common Data Set 2025-2026). First-year students who sent the SAT scored 1120–1273 in the middle half. Test scores are optional. 57% of students graduate within six years.

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Application deadlines

Jacksonville University’s first-year deadlines for 2026–27 on the Common App:

Regular decision
Rolling admission

The application fee is $30, and Jacksonville University accepts the Common App fee waiver.

Deadlines end at 11:59 p.m. in your own time zone. From Common App’s requirements grid, updated September 25, 2026. Check Jacksonville University’s admissions site before you submit. See every college’s deadlines or early decision vs. early action.

Early decision and early action

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

What admissions weighs

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

Very important

  • Course rigor
  • Class rank
  • GPA

Important

  • Activities
  • Talent or ability
  • First generation
  • Legacy

Considered

  • Test scores
  • Essay
  • Recommendations
  • Interview
  • Character
  • Where you live
  • State residency
  • Volunteering
  • Work experience

Not considered

  • Religion
  • Showing interest

High school GPA

First-year students averaged a 3.76 GPA.

  • 4.030%
  • 3.75–3.9920%
  • 3.50–3.7425%
  • 3.25–3.4915%
  • 3.00–3.248%
  • 2.50–2.992%
  • 2.00–2.490%
  • Under 2.00%

Some colleges report weighted GPAs, so compare loosely.

What it costs

Full price with housing is $66,056 a year. After grants, students paid $25,745 on average.

Average price after grants, by family income:

  • $0–30k$23,467
  • $30–48k$23,680
  • $48–75k$22,141
  • $75–110k$29,211
  • $110k+$30,566

Quick answers

What is Jacksonville University’s acceptance rate?

Jacksonville University admitted 58% of applicants: 4,122 of 7,170 (Common Data Set 2025-2026).

When is Jacksonville University’s application deadline?

Jacksonville University uses rolling admission for 2026–27 and has no early round on the Common App, so applying early in the fall gives you the best shot at open spots and aid.

What SAT score do you need for Jacksonville University?

The middle half of admitted students who sent the SAT scored 1120 to 1273, with a median around 1190. A score at or above 1190 puts you in the top half of admitted students who sent one.

How much is Jacksonville University’s application fee?

The application fee is $30 for 2026–27, and Jacksonville University accepts the Common App fee waiver.

Does Jacksonville University have supplemental essays?

No. Jacksonville University doesn’t ask for a supplemental essay or the Common App personal essay for 2026–27.

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