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DRIVE TIMES Birmingham, AL - 1.5 hr Hunstville, AL - 2 hr Mobile, AL - 4.5 hr Montgomery, AL - 2.5 hr Destin, FL - 5 hr Panama City Beach, FL - 5.5 hr
Rome, GA - 1 hr Atlanta, GA - 1.5 hr New Orleans, LA - 6 hr Gulfport, MS - 6 hr Columbia, SC - 5 hr Nashville, TN - 4 hr
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Acres of Beautiful Campus!
#26 Top Public Universities in the South
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THE FRIENDLIEST CAMPUS IN THE SOUTH.
10K+ Students
175+
Undergraduate & Graduate Academic Programs
99%
of First-Time Students Receive Merit-Based Scholarships
45%
First-Generation Students
13
On-Campus Housing Options
9
Dining Locations
Housing
• Power, water, laundry, and Wi-Fi are included in your campus housing cost. • First-year students live in residence halls and upperclassmen can choose from residence halls or on-campus apartments. • Freshmen are required to live on campus (exemptions may apply—see housing website).
• Access to shared spaces like lounges, game rooms, and study areas.
Campus Eats
• Choose from 9 dining locations across campus, including popular national brands. • New Dining Hall with all-you-care-to-eat buffet. • Meal plans are available for students living on or off campus. • Order food easily through the campus dining app for pick up or DEX Robot delivery.
Recreation & Fitness Center
• Indoor and outdoor pools, a rock wall, gaming lounge, and more. • Group fitness classes, spin classes, and outdoor adventure trips. • Rent equipment for your own outdoor activities. • Membership is included in student fees.
YOU BELONG AT JAX STATE
Getting involved on campus can make your college experience more meaningful and rewarding. By getting involved, you can build confidence, strengthen communication and teamwork, and develop valuable life, leadership, and employability skills that prepare you for success in college and beyond. Plus, studies show that students who are involved at Jax State earn higher GPAs and have stronger graduation rates. Our campus community is here to help you find your place through Gamecock Orientation (GO!), J-Week, and Get on Board Day!
120+ 21 Clubs & Organizations
Fraternities & Sororities
17 500+
Division 1 Athletic Teams
Member Marching Band
Being involved at Jax State has made my college experience unforgettable. Every leadership role and organization I’ve joined has introduced me to incredible people and helped me feel like I belong. Even at my GO! Session, the GO! After Party made it simple to meet organizations and start getting plugged in. Jax State really helps you find your community right away!
Trey Marshall,
Brantley, AL/Special Education Major
Cost & Tuition Before Aid In-State
Tuition & Fees*
$13,660
Housing & Meal Plan** $10,394 Est. Annual Cost
$24,054
* Based on block tuition covering 12-18 credit hours. ** Transfer students are not required to live on campus.
Out-of-state students in Georgia counties of Bartow, Carroll, Chattooga, Coweta, Douglas, Floyd, Haralson, Heard, Paulding, and Polk and any out-of-state student receiving a merit-based scholarship qualify for a waiver for in-state tuition.
Ways We Can Help You Save! • 750+ Student employment positions • Payment plan option for tuition, fees, housing, and meal plan • Federal, state, and Jax State-funded grants
FUNDING YOUR FUTURE Academic Merit-Based Scholarships View Freshman Merit-Based Scholarships
View Transfer Merit-Based Scholarships
Scholarships are based on GPA.
Scholarships are based on Jax State evaluated transfer hours and transfer GPA.
All admitted students are automatically considered for merit-based scholarships. We also encourage incoming freshmen to submit test scores, as they may qualify for higher scholarship awards.
Financial Aid Completing the FAFSA is recommended for all students and should be submitted each year to be considered for grants, loans, and other financial aid opportunities. Some need-based and competitive scholarships may also require a completed FAFSA. After you submit your FAFSA to Jax State, we will review your information and send you a financial aid offer based on your eligibility.
Submit Your FAFSA! Free Application for Federal Student Aid FAFSA.GOV School Code: 001020
JaxApp One application that can be completed each academic year for
250+
Deadline: February 1
Scholarships!
Competitive Scholarships Freshman Leadership Scholarship
Transfer Presidential Leadership Scholarship
Application Deadline: February 1
Application Deadline: Varies by community college partner
Freshman Honors Scholarship
Performance Scholarships
Application Deadline: February 1
Audition Dates Vary
International House Scholarship
Transfer PTK Scholarship
Priority Application Deadline: April 1
83%
Application Deadline: July 1, limited number awarded based on the date application with documentation is submitted.
of Jax State Students Receive Financial Aid
UNDERGRADUATE MAJORS & CONCENTRATIONS Academic Colleges College of Arts, Humanities, & Sciences College of Business & Industry College of Education & Professional Studies College of Health Professions & Wellness College of Social & Behavioral Sciences Accounting Applied Manufacturing Engineering • Automation & Robotics • Manufacturing Management Art History Art — Studio Art • Ceramics • Graphic Design • Illustration • Painting • Photography • Printmaking Aviation • Aviation Management • Commercial Aviation • Public Safety Aviation Biology • Cellular & Molecular Biology • Ecology & Organismal Biology • Marine Biology • Pre-Health Professional Biology Chemistry • Applied Chemistry • General Chemistry with ACS Certification • Medicinal Chemistry Communication • Digital Journalism • Digital Media Production • Public Relations & Advertising • Sports Media & Analytics Computer Information Systems • Data Science • General Information Systems • Information Assurance • Web Development Computer Science • Data Science • Game Development • General Computer Science • Information Assurance • Web Development Criminal Justice 100% ONLINE OPTION
Economics Education • Early Childhood & Elementary Education • Health & Physical Education • Secondary Education - English Language Arts - General Science - Mathematics - Social Studies • Special Education & Collaborative Education Emergency Management English • Creative Writing • Literature • Professional Writing Entrepreneurship Exercise Science & Wellness • Fitness & Wellness • Nutrition Science • Pre-Health Professions • Strength & Conditioning Family & Consumer Sciences • Business Marketing Education • Child Development • Family & Consumer Science Education • Fashion Merchandising • Hospitality & Culinary Management • Human Sciences Film Finance • Finance, Banking, & Financial Services Forensic Investigation • Criminal Investigations • Forensic Laboratory Technician Geography • Geospatial Technology History Industrial Leadership Integrated Studies Management • Human Resource Management • Management Information Systems • Project Management Marketing Mathematics • Data Science & AI • General Mathematics • Traditional Mathematics
Music • General Music • Instrumental Music Education • Instrumental Performance • Jazz Performance • Music Industry • Piano Performance • Vocal Music Education • Vocal Performance Nursing • STEP RN to BSN • Traditional BSN Occupational Safety & Health Management Political Science Psychology Public Health Respiratory Therapy • Bridge RRT to BSRT • Traditional BSRT Social Work Sociology • Advanced Sociology • Applied Sociology Spanish Sport Management & Recreation Studies • Recreation Leadership • Sport Management Theatre • Performance • Production
Pre-Professional Jax State offers pre-requisite courses and resources to students who plan to attend a professional school after graduation. – Pre-Athletic Training – Pre-Chiropractic – Pre-Dentistry – Pre-Engineering – Pre-Law – Pre-Medical – Pre-Occupational Therapy – Pre-Pharmacy – Pre-Physician Assistant – Pre-Physical Therapy – Pre-Veterinary
ACADEMIC SUPPORT INCLUDED IN YOUR TUITION Tutoring
Disability Resources
Transfer & Adult Learning Support
Academic Advisement
Career Advisement
Success Coaching
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Fee waiver information can be found at jsu.edu/admissions/feewaiver. Jax State automatically waives fees for students in Title I schools. official high school 3 Submit transcript or GED score report
Financial need-based waivers may be available to qualifying students. Fee waiver information can be found at jsu.edu/admissions/feewaiver. official transcripts from any 3 Send university or college previously attended.
An official transcript is a transcript sent directly from your high school to Jax State. Electronic transcripts can be sent to transcripts@jsu.edu.
Freshman Admission Requirements
» 3.0+ GPA - Unconditional Admission - 2.99 GPA - Conditional Admission » 2.0 Conditionally Admitted students may
An official transcript is a transcript sent directly from your college to Jax State. Electronic transcripts can be sent to transcripts@jsu.edu.
Transfer Admission Requirements
» 2.0+ transferable GPA transferable credit hours from an » 24+ accredited college or university
be required to successfully complete or participate in one or more student success courses or activities.
Former Dual Enrollment Student? Students who have completed Jax State Dual Enrollment courses should complete a free readmission application.
Students without 24 transferable credit hours will also be required to meet freshman admissions standards or hold an associate's degree from an accredited institution.
be in good standing/eligible » Must to return to all institutions attended
Meet Your Admissions Counselor! Each Jax State bound student has an Admissions Counselor here to assist you every step of the way.
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Preview Days
A welcoming, open-house event for Future Gamecocks of all ages and student types. At Preview Day, you’ll explore academic opportunities, learn more about student life, and take a tour of campus!
Admitted Student Days
VISIT CAMPUS Campus Tours
Visiting campus is the best way to experience life at Jax State. Join us for an immersive, hybrid walking and bus tour, and explore campus alongside your Gamecock Student Guides! We can't wait to welcome you on campus!
An exclusive event for admitted freshmen to spend time with their academic program and complete next steps in their journey to Jax State.
Transfer & Adult Learner Night
An informative night for transfer students, adult learners, and their families. Potential and admitted students can take care of next steps and meet with Jax State staff and academic advisors.
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