Jacksonville University
Jacksonville University is a private research university in Jacksonville, Florida, serving roughly 2,930 students. Admission is moderately selective, with an acceptance rate of about 56.94% in federal reporting data. Median earnings about ten years after entry reach about $68,010 among students who received federal aid.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $47,830
- 2024 Average Net Price: $25,180 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: 56.94% Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 2,930 94.3% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 50.65%
- Average SAT Score: 1205
Jacksonville University: what the data shows
Common questions about Jacksonville University, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is Jacksonville University?
Jacksonville University is located in Jacksonville, FL (ZIP 32211-3394).
NCES locale classification: City.
Is Jacksonville University public or private?
Jacksonville University is a Private Non-profit institution.
How much does Jacksonville University cost?
Published tuition: $47,830.
Average net price after aid: $25,180.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $21,893 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $19,733 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $23,974 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $27,936 |
| $110,001+ | $29,653 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $191,320.
How hard is it to get into Jacksonville University?
Admission rate: 56.94%.
Among enrollees who submitted scores: average SAT 1205 and midpoint ACT 23.
Scorecard does not publish admitted-student GPA for most institutions.
How big is Jacksonville University?
Total enrollment: 2,930 students.
About 94% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at Jacksonville University?
150%-time completion rate: 50.65%.
First-year retention: 74.7%.
What do graduates of Jacksonville University earn?
Median earnings: $61,991 six years after entry; $68,010 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $22,000.
30.73% of students receive Pell grants.
What is Jacksonville University known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Other/Unknown Programs (1,347 completions)
- Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, & Nursing Research (290 completions)
- Business Administration, Management, & Operations (76 completions)
- CIP 520201 (63 completions)
- CIP 510203 (60 completions)
- CIP 513805 (43 completions)
- CIP 490102 (41 completions)
- Parks, Recreation, & Leisure (39 completions)
- CIP 511401 (36 completions)
- General Psychology (33 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is Jacksonville University a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show admission rate 56.94%; completion rate 50.65%; median earnings $68,010 at 10 years; net price $25,180. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Costs
Tuition Costs
$47,830
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at Jacksonville University was $47,830.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$25,180
2024 Value
In 2024 Jacksonville University had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $25,180.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$100,720 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$25,180 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$191,320 4-Year Tuition
Costs include tuition and fees. Room & board, books, and other expenses are additional.
4-year total cost breakdown for Jacksonville University.
Financial Aid by Income Level
30.73% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
45.00% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Loans
Financial aid distribution by income level.
Student Loan Default Rate
0.00%
3-year cohort default rate (College Scorecard)
The published 3-year cohort default rate for borrowers at Jacksonville University was 0.00%.
Cohort default rates account for borrowers who default in the first three years.
Tuition tracker
Published tuition and average net price by reporting year come from the College Scorecard institution file. Values are not adjusted for inflation; missing cells mean the field was not reported or was suppressed for Jacksonville University in that year.
Reporting years in the table below: 2013–2023 (Scorecard labels refer to the institutional submission cycle).
| Year | In-state tuition & fees | Out-of-state tuition & fees | Average net price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | $29,900 | $29,900 | $21,216 |
| 2014 | $31,370 | $31,370 | $21,397 |
| 2015 | $32,620 | $32,620 | $28,422 |
| 2016 | $33,930 | $33,930 | $30,113 |
| 2017 | $35,260 | $35,260 | $26,767 |
| 2018 | $36,670 | $36,670 | $21,588 |
| 2019 | $38,140 | $38,140 | $24,084 |
| 2020 | $39,900 | $39,900 | $25,367 |
| 2021 | $42,400 | $42,400 | $24,748 |
| 2022 | $43,670 | $43,670 | $27,778 |
| 2023 | $46,180 | $46,180 | $26,255 |
Sticker tuition and net price over time
Where the institution reported separate in-state and out-of-state tuition, both appear. Gaps mean the value was not reported for that year.
College Scorecard reporting-year fields (not inflation-adjusted).
Net price by family income
Brackets follow Scorecard definitions for the series shown (public vs private institution).
Latest income-band net prices available in the processed extract.
Admissions
Acceptance Rate
56.94% Acceptance Rate
This institution is selective, accepting about half of all applicants.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
SAT Average: 1205
ACT Average: 23
Average SAT and ACT scores for admitted students.
Academic Requirements
Estimated GPA Range: 3.3 - 3.5
Estimated Median GPA: 3.40
Note: GPA requirements are estimated based on admission selectivity and test scores. Actual requirements may vary.
Estimated GPA and test score ranges.
Enrollment
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
94.3% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at Jacksonville University in 2024 is 2,930 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
74.7%
2024 Retention Rate
Retention rate measures the number of first-time students who began their studies the previous fall and returned to school the following fall.
Retention rate over time compared to similar institutions.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
40.32% 100% Completion Time
50.65% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 40.32% of students graduating from Jacksonville University completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for Jacksonville University.
Return on Investment
$22,000 Median Student Debt
$68,010 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
32.35% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
575.24% Return on Investment
3.2 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for Jacksonville University.
Top Programs by Completions
10 Programs Reporting Data
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, & Nursing Research: 290 completions
Business Administration, Management, & Operations: 76 completions
CIP 52.0201: 63 completions
CIP 51.0203: 60 completions
CIP 51.3805: 43 completions
CIP 49.0102: 41 completions
Parks, Recreation, & Leisure: 39 completions
CIP 51.1401: 36 completions
General Psychology: 33 completions
Other/Unknown Programs: 1,347 completions
Most popular programs at Jacksonville University.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for Jacksonville University graduates.
About
Jacksonville University is a private non-profit institution located in Jacksonville, FL, offering 79 distinct degree programs across various academic disciplines. The institution enrolls approximately 2,930 students. The admission rate is 56.94%. Average SAT scores for admitted students are 1205. The institution maintains a 50.65% graduation rate. Approximately 30.73% of students receive Pell Grants.
Institution Type
Private Non-profit
Location
Jacksonville, FL 32211-3394
Region: Southeast
Insights and Analysis
Diverse Program Offerings: With over 79 distinct degree programs, Jacksonville University provides students with a wide range of academic options. This diversity allows students to explore various fields and find programs that align with their interests and career goals.
FAQ
How much does Jacksonville University cost?
Reported in-state tuition is $47,830 and average net price is $25,180 in the latest College Scorecard data.
How hard is it to get into Jacksonville University?
The admission rate is 56.9% among first-time degree-seeking students reporting admissions data.
What test scores do students need for Jacksonville University?
Among enrolled students who submitted scores, Jacksonville University reports midpoint SAT about 1205 and midpoint ACT about 23.
What do graduates of Jacksonville University earn?
Median earnings are $61,991 six years after entry and $68,010 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at Jacksonville University?
The 150%-time completion rate is 50.6% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do Jacksonville University students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $22,000.
How big is Jacksonville University?
Total enrollment is about 2,930 students in the latest reporting year.
Is Jacksonville University public or private?
Jacksonville University is a private nonprofit institution located in Jacksonville, FL.
Is Jacksonville University an HBCU?
No. Jacksonville University is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is Jacksonville University a tribal college?
No. Jacksonville University is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Is Jacksonville University a Hispanic-serving institution (HSI)?
Using a 25% Hispanic enrollment threshold on College Scorecard demographics, Jacksonville University does not meet that proxy (reported share 15.7%).
Is Jacksonville University religiously affiliated?
No religious affiliation is reported for Jacksonville University in IPEDS institutional characteristics.
Data Sources
This page uses data from the following sources:
- College Scorecard - U.S. Department of Education
- Institutional characteristics, costs, completion rates, and earnings data
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: collegescorecard.ed.gov
- Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)
- Employment and wage data by occupation
- Latest data: May 2024
- Source: bls.gov/oes
- O*NET Online - U.S. Department of Labor
- Occupational skills, knowledge, abilities, and work activities
- Database version: 28.0 (August 2023)
- Source: onetcenter.org
- IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System) - National Center for Education Statistics
- Institutional data, completions, enrollment, and financial aid
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: nces.ed.gov/ipeds
- Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS)
- Demographic and workforce data
- Latest data: 2023 ACS 5-Year Estimates
- Source: census.gov/acs
- Related geography & profiles
Data Processing: All data has been processed, cleaned, and aggregated for presentation. Where specific data points are unavailable, estimates are based on available data and clearly marked.
Last Updated: Data reflects the most recent available information as of January 2025.
Methodology
Data for this profile is sourced from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard dataset, which provides comprehensive information on institutions of higher education in the United States.
All financial figures are adjusted for inflation and represent the most recent available data. Graduation rates and completion times are calculated according to federal standards.