A public institution in Jackson, MS, founded in 1877.
Application fee: $25
“Yes, JSU has a $25.00 non-refundable application fee.”
From jsums.edu (opens in a new tab), checked November 5, 2026.
Fall semester priority deadline: August 12th
“Fall semester – August 12th”
From jsums.edu (opens in a new tab), checked November 5, 2026.
Spring semester priority deadline: January 13th
“Spring semester – January 13th”
From jsums.edu (opens in a new tab), checked November 5, 2026.
First summer session priority deadline: June 2nd
“First summer session – June 2nd”
From jsums.edu (opens in a new tab), checked November 5, 2026.
Second summer session priority deadline: July 1st
“Second summer session – July 1st”
From jsums.edu (opens in a new tab), checked November 5, 2026.
It takes the Common Black College Application (opens in a new tab), per its member list, checked November 5, 2026.
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Jackson State University
Offered by the school itself
Entering college
“Covers: ½ Tuition Only.”
Applications open November 1 each year.
“Requirement: Incoming Freshman with a College Preparatory Curriculum GPA of 3.0 & an ACT score of 22 or above (or an SAT score of 1100+).”
Jackson State University
Offered by the school itself
Transferring
“active membership in Phi Theta Kappa. Covers: Full Tuition, Fees, Room and Board.”
For transfer students who belong to Phi Theta Kappa. The window opens March 15.
“Requirement: Community College Graduate with a cumulative GPA of 3.5 or higher, a minimum of 60 transferable hours & an AA degree from an accredited college & verification of active membership in Phi Theta Kappa.”
Jackson State University
Offered by the school itself
Entering college
“Covers: Full Tuition, Fees, Room and Board.”
Applications open November 1 each year. Selected scholars hear by February 15.
“Requirement: Incoming Freshman with a College Preparatory Curriculum GPA of 3.4 & an ACT score of 29 or above (or an SAT score of 1350 or above).”
Jackson State University
Offered by the school itself
Entering college
“Covers: Tuition Only.”
Applications open November 1 each year. Selected scholars hear by February 15.
“Requirement: Incoming Freshman with a College Preparatory Curriculum GPA of 3.20 & an ACT score of 24 or above (or an SAT score of 1130+).”
Jackson State University
Offered by the school itself
Transferring
“Covers: Tuition Only.”
For transfer students. The window opens March 15.
“Requirement: Community College Graduate with a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher, a minimum of 60 transferable credit hours & an AA degree from an accredited community college.”
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