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Jacksonville State University

Public Jacksonville, AL · Suburban · Southeast · 100% data reported · Agent Insights
53%
Graduation Rate
$45,235
Earnings (10yr)
$14,279
Net Price
78%
Acceptance Rate

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Overview

Over 7,000 students choose Jacksonville State University for its accessible education, reflected in a 78% acceptance rate. This means many aspiring students can find a place here, regardless of their academic background.

Jacksonville State's outcomes data shows that graduates earn a median salary of $45,235 a decade after finishing their degrees. While the graduation rate sits at 53%, this indicates that many students still face challenges in completing their programs. The university's Pell Grant rate of 43% highlights its commitment to supporting low-income students, which may impact long-term mobility.

The cost of attendance is relatively manageable, with a net price of $14,279 and a median debt of $22,189. Students who thrive here often pursue degrees in Health Professions, Business & Marketing, Education, Criminal Justice, and Humanities. With a supportive environment and a focus on practical career paths, Jacksonville State University caters well to a diverse student body seeking growth and opportunity.

Rankings

How Jacksonville Compares

Dot right of center = above national average.

NATIONAL AVGGraduation53%Earnings 10yr$45KNet Price$14KRetention65%Median Debt$22KPell Grant Rate43%

Net Price by Family Income

What families actually pay after aid, by income bracket.

$12K$0-30K$13K$30-48K$15K$48-75K$18K$110K+

The Mobility Equation

Mobility = Access x Success. How many low-income students get in, and how many reach the top 20%?

ACCESS% from bottom 20%1268.7%SUCCESS% who reach top 20%1037.7%MOBILITY131.66%

Cost & Financial Aid

$12,894
In-State Tuition
$23,334
Out-of-State
$14,279
Avg Net Price
$22,189
Median Debt
43%
Pell Grant Rate
44%
Federal Loan Rate

What Families Actually Pay

$12,472
Family Income $0–$30K
$12,622
Family Income $30K–$48K
$15,343
Family Income $48K–$75K
$18,183
Family Income $110K+

Graduate Outcomes

$40,158
6 Years After Entry
$43,146
8 Years
$45,235
10 Years
0.49x
Debt-to-Earnings
55%
Earning > $25K

Earnings Trajectory

$40,158 6yr $43,146 8yr $45,235 10yr

Social Mobility

Data: Raj Chetty's Mobility Report Card · 30M+ anonymized tax records

131.66%
Mobility Rate
Bottom 20% → Top 20%
1037.7%
Success Rate
If bottom 20% get in
1268.7%
From Bottom 20%
Share of students
$69,100
Parent Median Income

Social Capital

Data: Opportunity Insights Social Capital Atlas

1.23
Economic Connectedness
Cross-class friendships
-0.02
Friending Bias
Lower = more inclusive
5.5%
Volunteering Rate
0.99
Support Ratio
Community support

Academics & Admissions

Acceptance Rate 78%
Retention Rate 65%
SAT Average 1059
ACT Midpoint 20
SAT Range 1000–1290
ACT Range 17–24
Full-Time Faculty 65%
Faculty Salary (mo) $8,074
Diversity Index 0.58
First-Gen Students 36%

Top Programs

Health Professions 23%
Business & Marketing 15%
Education 13%
Criminal Justice 10%
Humanities 8%
Biology & Biomedical 5%
Visual & Performing Arts 4%
Psychology 3%