Admissions and Test Scores
Acceptance Rate
91.03%
SAT Average
974
ACT Range
15-20
Jackson State University Acceptance Rate Trend
The current College Scorecard value in this local dataset is 91.03%. This means approximately 910 applicants were admitted per 1,000 who applied, based on the local dataset enrollment of 4,769 undergraduates. Historical year-by-year acceptance rate data will appear here after multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Current dataset
91.03%
Current trend marker with historical import pending
Tuition, Net Price and Aid
| Metric | School value | Context | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accreditation | Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges | Institutional accreditor where reported | Verify |
| In-state tuition | $9,090 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Out-of-state tuition | $10,110 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Attendance cost | $28,611 | Use with aid and net price | Verify |
| Average net price | $20,191 | State avg: $13,421. National avg: $17,506 | Verify |
| Pell grant rate | 68.38% | Federal need-based grant indicator | Verify |
| Federal loan rate | 78.04% | Share using federal loans | Verify |
What Does Jackson State University Cost?
Total cost of attendance vs average net price after grants and aid, based on the local College Scorecard dataset.
Tuition
$10,110
Room and board
$11,782
Books and supplies
$1,400
Other expenses
$10,716
Fees and remainder
$0
Sticker price
$28,611
Average net price
$20,191
Average aid coverage
29%
$8,420 below sticker price on average
What You Pay
Based on available data, the average student at Jackson State University pays approximately $20,191 per year after grants and aid. This is above the Mississippi average of $13,421 and above the national average of $17,506.
How Affordable Is Jackson State University?
Average net price after grants and scholarships, compared to Mississippi and national averages.
Jackson State University net price
$20,191
Mississippi average
$13,421
National average
$17,506
Jackson State University Tuition and Net Price Trend
The current imported dataset shows tuition at $10,110 and average net price at $20,191. A multi-year trend chart will appear here after historical College Scorecard release tables are imported.
Current tuition
$10,110
Current net price
$20,191
Current-year comparison is shown now; historical bars will replace this fallback once multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Student Outcomes
Completion Rate (150% Time)
32.19%
Full-time, first-time students completing within 150% of normal time.
10-Year Earnings
$39,060
Undergraduates
4,769
10-Year Median Earnings - Jackson State University vs Peers
Median earnings 10 years after enrollment. Source: College Scorecard federal dataset.
Jackson State University graduates earn about 0.9x the national average 10 years after enrollment, based on schools with reported earnings data.
Who Attends Jackson State University?
Undergraduates
4,769
Completion rate
32.19%
Below national average; national avg: 52.02%
Pell recipients
68.38%
Above national average; national avg: 42.32%
Federal loan rate
78.04%
Above national average; national avg: 40.83%
Completion vs national average
Pell grant recipients
Federal loan usage
Financial Aid
About 68.38% of Jackson State University students receive federal Pell grants, indicating the share of students receiving this need-based aid in the local dataset. 78.04% take federal loans, which helps families understand borrowing patterns alongside net price.
Estimate Your Net Price at Jackson State University
Select a family income bracket to see the average net price students in that range paid. Data comes from College Scorecard income-bracket averages when available.
Estimated net price for :
This estimate is based on College Scorecard averages for students in this income range who received federal aid. Actual amounts vary. Use Jackson State University's official Net Price Calculator for a personalized figure.
Accreditation
Jackson State University lists Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges as its accreditor in the local dataset. Institutional accreditation is an important trust signal and can affect federal financial aid eligibility. Accreditation means an external agency has reviewed academic quality and institutional standards, which helps families verify whether federal aid pathways such as Pell grants and federal loans may apply.
Visit AccreditorCampus and Location
Jackson State University is listed at 1400 John R. Lynch Street, Jackson, MS 39217. Accreditor: Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.
Compare Schools
Compare Jackson State University with nationally comparable peer institutions across acceptance rate, tuition, net price and 10-year earnings. Click any school name to open its full profile.
| School | Accept. rate | Out-of-state tuition | Avg net price | 10-yr earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jackson State University | 91.03% | $10,110 | $20,191 | $39,060 |
| Millsaps College | 49.03% | $43,815 | $25,291 | $53,848 |
| Mississippi State University | 76.32% | $26,580 | $15,501 | $51,513 |
| University of Mississippi | 97.78% | $26,980 | $13,164 | $50,994 |
| University of Mississippi Medical Center | Not available | Not available | Not available | $50,994 |
Similar Schools in Jackson
This local cluster focuses on nearby Jackson schools, not national peers. Use it to compare local net price, acceptance rate and enrollment options around Jackson.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jackson State University's acceptance rate?
Jackson State University's acceptance rate in the local dataset is 91.03%.
How much is Jackson State University tuition?
Jackson State University's out-of-state tuition in the local dataset is $10,110.
What is Jackson State University's average net price?
Jackson State University's average net price in the local dataset is $20,191.
What is Jackson State University's average earnings 10 years after enrollment?
The local dataset reports 10-year median earnings of $39,060 for Jackson State University.
Is Jackson State University accredited?
Jackson State University's accreditor in the local dataset is Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.
How many students attend Jackson State University?
The local dataset lists 4,769 undergraduate students at Jackson State University.
What percentage of Jackson State University students receive Pell grants?
The Pell grant rate for Jackson State University in the local dataset is 68.38%.
What is the federal loan rate at Jackson State University?
The federal loan rate for Jackson State University in the local dataset is 78.04%.
Where should I verify Jackson State University data?
Use this page for comparison, then verify admissions, tuition, net price and student outcomes directly with Jackson State University or the latest official federal education data.