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Jacksonville University

Jacksonville, FL · Private nonprofit · Large city · Website

Jacksonville University campus
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Admission rate
57%
Accessible
Average net price
$28,424
per year, after aid
Graduation rate
49%
Median earnings
$77,598
10 years after enrolling

Summary

Jacksonville University is a private nonprofit college in Jacksonville, FL with 2,930 undergraduates. It admits 57% of applicants, and admitted students average 1205 on the SAT. The average net price after aid is $28,424 per year ($26,750 for families earning under $30,000). 49% of students graduate, and graduates earn a median of $77,598 ten years after enrolling.

private nonprofit college

Admissions

Admission rate
57%
Fall 2024
Testing policy
Test optional
Fall 2024
Applicants
8,879
Fall 2023
Admitted
5,087
Fall 2023
Yield
15%
of admitted students enrolled

Middle 50% of admitted students (Fall 2024). A quarter scored below the band and a quarter above.

SAT Reading & Writing580–660
200800
SAT Math520–620
200800
ACT Composite22–27
136

What Jacksonville University looks at

As reported by the college to IPEDS (Fall 2023).

  • High school recordConsidered
  • High school GPARequired
  • College-prep courseworkConsidered
  • Class rankConsidered
  • Essay or personal statementConsidered
  • RecommendationsConsidered
  • Demonstrated competenciesNot considered
  • Legacy statusConsidered
  • Work experienceNot considered
  • English proficiency testRequired

Cost

Cost of attendance
$68,756
sticker price, per year
Tuition & fees
$49,800

Net price by family income

Average yearly cost after grants and scholarships for students receiving federal aid.

  • $0–30k$26,750
  • $30–48k$24,831
  • $48–75k$24,050
  • $75–110k$28,066
  • $110k+$34,340

Get a personal estimate with Jacksonville University's net price calculator

Outcomes

Graduation rate
49%
Freshman retention
75%
Median earnings
$77,598
10 yrs after enrolling
Median debt
$22,000
at graduation

Students

Undergraduates
2,930
Student–faculty ratio
11:1
Receive Pell grants
35%
  • White51%
  • Hispanic16%
  • Black14%
  • Asian2%

Jacksonville University FAQ

What is Jacksonville University's acceptance rate?+

Jacksonville University admits 57% of applicants, which makes it accessible.

What SAT score do you need for Jacksonville University?+

The middle 50% of admitted students scored 580–660 on SAT Reading and Writing and 520–620 on SAT Math; the average total is 1205.

What ACT score do you need for Jacksonville University?+

The middle 50% ACT composite range for admitted students is 22–27.

Is Jacksonville University test optional?+

Test optional (considered if submitted).

How many students apply to Jacksonville University?+

In Fall 2023, 8,879 students applied to Jacksonville University and 5,087 were admitted; 755 enrolled.

Does Jacksonville University consider legacy status?+

Yes. Jacksonville University reported that legacy status is considered in admissions (Fall 2023).

Does Jacksonville University require an essay?+

Jacksonville University reported that an essay or personal statement is considered for admission (Fall 2023).

How much does Jacksonville University cost?+

The sticker cost of attendance is $68,756 per year, but the average net price after grants and scholarships is $28,424.

What is Jacksonville University's graduation rate?+

49% of full-time students graduate within 150% of normal time.

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