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Jackson State University

About Jackson State University

Jackson State University is a Public 4 Year university located in Jackson, Mississippi. It is a large institution with an enrollment of 4840. The acceptance rate at Jackson State University is 69%. The average high school GPA admitted into Jackson State University is 2.93. Jackson State University go on to earn a starting salary of $25,100.

Jackson State University student athletes compete as the Wavee Dave in the Southwestern Athletic Conference of the NCAA Division I-FCS.

Popular majors

  • Liberal Arts and Humanities
  • Biology
  • Social Work and Youth Services
  • Criminal Justice and Safety Studies
  • Healthcare Management
  • Business
  • Accounting
  • Education
  • Communications
  • Physical Education Teaching and Coaching

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