Jackson State University

Challenge Your Mind, Change Your Life

At Jackson State University, we prepare our students to be global leaders by challenging them to improve themselves and inspiring them to elevate their vision to go further. Our emphasis on fully integrated learning means your education goes beyond the classroom and into the lab, the community, and the world. Here, you will find countless opportunities to realize your full potential.

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Empowering Voices: JSU’s Politics on the Plaza Inspires the Next Generation of Voters

By Rachel James-Terry Jackson State University hosted its annual Politics on the Plaza on Tuesday, Sept. 17, as part of [...]

Jackson State University named 2024 Fulbright HBCU Institutional Leader by the U.S. Department of State

Jackson State University is proud to be named as a Fulbright Historically Black College and University (HBCU) Institutional Leader for [...]

Star Power Comes to Jackson State University: Cedric the Entertainer and Anthony Anderson Visit for AC Barbeque Meet and Greet, Sonic Boom and Football

Jackson, Miss. (Sept. 14, 2024) – Jackson State University (JSU) will be turning up the heat this Saturday as renowned comedians, [...]

JSU’s Kevia Miles takes on Europe, exploring Swedish ecosystems and tackling global warming

By William H. Kelly III (JACKSON, Miss.) – Jackson State University senior Kevia Miles found her calling during the International [...]

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Ready to become a tiger? With our large student body, affordable tuition, and outstanding academic reputation, you’ll discover that Jackson State University stands out in the realm of education. Yes, Jackson State University is acknowledged by a variety of organizations for its academic achievement. Our students have demonstrated excellence in their subjects of study and employers and professional schools appreciate it. Jackson State University graduates are highly sought after across a variety of business sectors and industries.

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#26

ranked HBCU by U.S. News and World Report.

15:1

student-to-faculty ratio.

90+

programs offered.

Become Who You're Meant to Be

As a top-ranked HBCU, your road to success starts at Thee Jackson State University. Whether you have an entrepreneurial spirit or want to pursue a STEM degree, we provide the resources to guide you through your college experience and maximize your potential.

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Learn at a Top Research University

We are a Carnegie-classified high research university with an emphasis on interdisciplinary collaboration and more than $25.8 million in funding each year. From our Center for Health Disparities Research to our Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship, JSU helps our students and faculty develop new technologies that will impact the world.

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JSU STRATEGIC PLAN 2021-2026: JACKSON STATE ELEVATE

The new Jackson State University strategic plan details how our university will meet the global challenges and expectations that are inherent in the changing landscape of higher education, and it serves as the roadmap for the University’s prioritizations, decisions, and resources, and for advancing Jackson State University as a recognized leader in higher education.

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