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Jacksonville University

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Jacksonville University at a glance

Jacksonville University is located in Jacksonville, United States. It was established in 1934.

About Jacksonville University

Jacksonville University (1934) is international private university in Jacksonville, USA. 260 acres is campus size. Its ranking is #41 in 2025 in Best Colleges in Regional Universities South. The university offers more than 100 majors in Business, Engineering, Marine Science, Physics, etc.

As of Fall 2024, the total number of students at JU is 4,200+. Out of this, 2,700+ are undergraduate students and full-time graduates are 650+. There are 200+ international students. Over 80 foreign countries are represented by students. In the context of admissions, Jacksonville University acceptance rate is around 57%, indicating that the university is moderately selective. The average high-school GPA is 3.73. In the context of rankings, Forbes has ranked Jacksonville University at #352 on its list of America’s Best 500 Colleges for 2024-25. Niche ranked this university at #48 on its 2025 Best Colleges for Nursing in America list. A top-ranking publisher has ranked the university at #41 on its 2025 list of the Best Regional Universities South and at #26 for the Best Value Schools category.

Things to Know about Jacksonville University

A few of the facts about Jacksonville University are given as follows:

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Stats

Acceptance rate

Around 57%

Campus size

260 acres

Total no. of students

4,247

No. of international students

203

Course offerings

100+

Annual tuition fees

Around INR 7 L – INR 39.2 L

Popular majors

Psychology, Finance, Mechanical Engineering

History

Originally known as William J. Porter University, Jacksonville University was founded in 1934. Then in 1935, the name was changed to Jacksonville Junior College. In 1958, Jacksonville Junior College merged with Jacksonville College of Music and name was changed to Jacksonville University. In 1961, College of Fine Arts was established and university received full accreditation as 4 year institution. Then, in 1967, the College of Arts and Sciences was established. In 1979, College of Business was established. In 2009, JU celebrated 75 year anniversary. In 2020, university created 2 schools within Linda Berry Stein College of Fine Arts- School for Performing Arts and School of Art and Design.

Jacksonville University last date to submit applications for the Spring Term 2026 is Oct 20, 2026.

More about Jacksonville University

Common questions about Jacksonville University

Jacksonville University is located in Jacksonville. It is a private institution.

Yes. Indian students apply as international applicants, which normally means academic transcripts, an English test score, a statement of purpose and proof of funds for the visa. Deadlines follow the intake you are applying for rather than the Indian academic year.

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