If you want to apply to Jacksonville University, there is no application fee, which means it is free to apply.
Application fees can add up, but some schools do have free applications and students with financial need may qualify for for fee waiver for their application.
Jacksonville University 2021 | Admissions Statistics |
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Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class | 16% |
Admissions Test Policy | Optional |
Applicants Who Submit SATs | 0% |
Applicants Who Submit ACTs | 26% |
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Jacksonville University does not offer early decision or early action.
The early decision acceptance rate at Jacksonville University is 0%, compared to an overall acceptance rate of 78%.
Some students apply to college early because they believe it will help their chances. Early deadlines may increase the chance of being admitted, since applying early shows your are very interested in a school, and your application is being considered before all the regular decision applicants apply.
See a list of some selective colleges that admit significantly more applicants during early decision or early action than during regular admission.
Jacksonville University is a moderately difficult school to get into. Jacksonville University evaluates applicants carefully based on multiple criteria to decide who to admit, and who to deny.
In 2021, Jacksonville University accepted 78% of students, around 5,717 of the 7,354 students who applied.
Schools that are moderately difficult to get into, like Jacksonville University, accept fewer than 85% of all applicants. At least 75% of all admitted students have GPAs in the top 50% of their high school class and scored over 1010 on the SAT or over 18 on the ACT.
It is slightly difficult to be admitted as a transfer student.
Colleges consider a range of factors when choosing who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college decides which factors are given the most weight in the admissions process. When creating your list of schools to apply to, you may want to consider your strengths and any possible weaknesses in your application, and choose schools that put the most emphasis the areas where you stand out.
Admissions Factor | Level |
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Academic GPA | Very Important |
Class Rank | Important |
Rigor of Secondary School Record | Important |
Talent/Ability | Important |
Alumni/ae Relations | Considered |
Character/Personal Qualities | Considered |
Work Experience | Considered |
Extracurricular Activities | Considered |
Application Essay | Considered |
First Generation | Considered |
Interview | Considered |
Recommendation(s) | Considered |
Standardized Test Scores | Considered |
Volunteer Work | Considered |
To apply, all applicants to Jacksonville University must submit the following items. Double check with Jacksonville University's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.
Area | Required | Recommended | Required for Some | Details (If Any) |
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Written Essay or Personal Statement | √ | |||
Minimum High School GPA (On 4.0 Scale) | 2.0 | |||
Interview | √ | |||
Other Requirements | √ | audition for music, dance, and theater majors; portfolio for art, computer art, and design majors; interview for the Honors Program | ||
Letter(s) of Recommendation | 2 | |||
Transcript of High School Record | √ |
Your high school grade point average (GPA) is a number that reflects your high school academic performance. A weighted GPA or an unweighted GPA are the two possible GPA scores considered by colleges.
An unweighted GPA is an average of your scores from each class on a four-point scale. 4.0. Unweighted GPAs range from 4.0 to under 1.0. A weighted GPA considers your average grade and the difficulty of your classes. A weighted GPA boosts your average by adding extra points for honors or Advanced Placement courses.
Jacksonville University considers weighted GPA scores from incomging students.
Out of all students that were admitted, 36% submitted a class rank. At Jacksonville University 16% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school, 42% were in the top 25% and 77% were in the top 50%.
At Jacksonville University, student GPAs fall in the following ranges | |
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4.0 GPA | 36% |
Jacksonville University does look at standardized tests scores during the admissions process.
Jacksonville University is a test optional school. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not.
In 2021, 0% of Jacksonville University's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 26% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.
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To be most competitive at Jacksonville University, you should strive to earn between 18 and 26 on the ACT.
An ACT score of 26 means you fall in the 75th percentile for Jacksonville University's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 26, and three out of four students scored lower than 26 on the ACT.
A 18 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for Jacksonville University students. Only one out of every four students scored below 18.
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For transfer students, it is slightly difficult to get admitted to Jacksonville University. Transfer applications are processed on a on a rolling basis as they are received.
Transfer students can enroll in Jacksonville University during the following terms: - Fall Term - Spring Term - Summer Term
Can I defer my acceptance to Jacksonville University?
Yes, admitted students can defer their admission to Jacksonville University.
Does Jacksonville University accept transfer credits?
Jacksonville University accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions. Jacksonville University accepts:
Does Jacksonville University accept Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) credits?
Jacksonville University accepts International Baccalaureate credits (IB) credits and Advanced Placement (AP) credits.
Do I have to submit test scores to Jacksonville University?
No, Jacksonville University is test optional, so you can make the call whether to submit your ACT or SAT scores. If your scores are higher than the school's average, you should strongly consider submitting them. If you scored lower than a school's average,, you may want not want to include them in your application..
What is Jacksonville University's acceptance rate?
Jacksonville University's acceptance rate is 78%.
What is the early decision acceptance rate at Jacksonville University?
Jacksonville University's early decision acceptance rate was 0% in 2021.
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Admission Difficulty
How hard is it to get into Jacksonville University? Jacksonville University is a somewhat selective institution. The Jacksonville University acceptance rate is 78%. This means that the institution accepts 77 out of every 100 applicants.
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First-Year Applications are Due
Transfer Applications are Due
The deadline for Fall first-year applications to Jacksonville University is Continuous processing.
The deadline for Fall transfer applications to Jacksonville University is Continuous processing.
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