Jackson State University

Jackson State University, also referred to as Jackson State or JSU, was established in 1877 and is a historically black university. It was founded as a small college for African Americans. In its first year, JSU enrolled only 20 students. At present, the university offers more than 90 degree programs. JSU's campus covers more than 170 acres in Jackson, Mississippi. The academic divisions of JSU are organized into the following colleges:

• College of Business
• College of Education and Human Development
• College of Liberal Arts
• College of Lifelong Learning
• College of Public Service
• College of Science, Engineering and Technology

JSU officially recognized several Pan Hellenic Councils including Omega Psi Phi, Alpha Kappa Alpha, Sigma Gamma Rho, Alpha Phi Alpha, and Iota Phi Theta. In addition, the university has other student organizations such as the Baptist Student Union, Karate Club, Student National Education Association, Technology Club, and many more.

Jackson State University Highlights

Where Jackson State University stands out most compared to other schools (details below):

• Historically black college.
• Many students concentrating in education and teaching and science.
• Large number of programs of study offered.
• Selective admissions.
• Large number of students.
• Racially diverse student body.
• Affordable tuition & fees.
• Superior share of faculty on tenure track.
• Number of dorm rooms for students.

Other important characteristics:

• Faculty tenure system
• Library on-campus
• Campus housing available
• Student meal (board) plan
• Study abroad option
• Distance learning available
• Part-time classes available
• ROTC
• Athlete financial aid

Degrees Awarded (in 2007)

Jackson State Students

Jackson State is a historically black college.

The student enrollment at Jackson State was 8,698 in 2007 (7,431 full-time equivalent).

About 41% of the freshmen class in 2007 was male and women were 59% of the class.

Undergrads are 76% of enrolled students and graduate students are 24%.

About 1% of freshmen are from countries other than the US. Students living in the US make up 99% of incoming freshmen.

Among freshmen students, 99% are full-time and 1% are part-time.

Tuition and Other Costs

Financial Aid: Jackson State participates in US Title IV financial assistance programs.

Please refer to BrainTrack's financial aid articles section for background information.

Faculty

Tenure (2007):

Housing and Meals

Jackson State provides on-campus housing for 2,600 of its 7,431 (full-time) students (as of 2007).

Students may purchase a meal plan which includes 20 meals weekly.

Jackson State Athletics

School sports include football, basketball, baseball, and track. Jackson State is in the Southwestern Athletic Conference for major sports.

Jackson State offers financial aid for athletes. Of students receiving athletic financial aid, 150 male students received the aid (men were 60% of those receiving aid) and 102 women were awarded financial aid based on athletics (representing 40% of students receiving such aid) .

Jackson State Admissions (2007)