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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JSU student Josiah Osula secures musical innovation award, wins prestigious state competition

By William H. Kelly III (JACKSON, Miss.) – Jackson State University sophomore Josiah Osula, an accomplished violinist, has earned two [...]

Jackson State University appoints Kafoury interim dean of the College of Health Sciences, succeeding retiring Dean Russell Bennett

Jackson State University has named Ramzi M. Kafoury, MPH, Sc.D., interim dean of the College of Health Sciences at Jackson [...]

The story behind the Road to Roses: JSU’s Sonic Boom brings HBCU pride to Pasadena

By Rachel James-Terry It seemed like everyone throughout the country was talking about Jackson State University’s Sonic Boom of the South’s performance [...]

Jackson State University unveils enhancements to historic COFO building

By Anthony Howard (JACKSON, Miss.) – Jackson State University’s Margaret Walker Center and Office of Community Engagement unveiled their latest [...]

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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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