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Jackson State University® is an environment that inspires you to grow, learn, and reach beyond the ordinary. This is a “home away from home” where every student can find their place. Our team in Undergraduate Admissions and Recruitment is committed to assisting prospective students and their families through the acceptance and enrollment process by providing essential information to help students successfully transition into the university. This webpage will provide you with the necessary information to guide your educational goals.

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DEADLINES

Priority Deadlines: Traditional Students

Fall semester – August 24th
Spring semester – January 11th
First summer session – May 27th
Second summer session – June 27th

Deadlines: JSUOnline Students

Spring – 1st 8 Weeks – January 7th
Spring – 2nd 8 Weeks – March 4th
Summer – May 15th
Fall – 1st 8 Weeks – August 20th
Fall – 2nd 8 Weeks – October 11th

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Freshman

You have never attended a college or university, or you attended a college or university for the first time in the prior summer term.

Transfer

You are entering JSU for the first time, but previously attended another postsecondary institution.

Readmit

You previously attended JSU, but did not attend during the previous fall or spring semester.

International

You are a non-US Citizen seeking an undergraduate degree. This excludes students graduating (or transferring) from a college or high school in the US.

JSUOnline

You are interested in online degree programs and general education courses which allow students to conveniently earn a quality education and work toward achieving long-term career goals.

Other Student Types

Learn about admissions for transient, non-degree seeking, dually enrolled, homeschooled, GED, and post-baccalaureate students.

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