Strong graduate outcomes — known for health sciences
James Madison University is a public institution in Harrisonburg with particular strength in health sciences and business. With an average SAT of 1247, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.
A large campus of 20.5K undergraduates with a 17:1 student-faculty ratio. The urban location puts students at the center of city life.
81% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $69,954 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $21,816.
Established
1908
Motto
"Knowledge is Liberty"
Mascot
Duke Dog
Type
Public research university
Conference
NCAA's Division I
Division
Division I
76%Acceptance
1247SAT Avg
20,497Students
17:1Student:Faculty
81%Grad Rate
$69,954Earnings 10yr
$21,816Net Price
Admissions
Acceptance Rate76.3%
SAT Score Ranges
Average: 1247
Reading & WritingMid: 620
600670
MathMid: 605
570650
ACT Score Range
CompositeMid: 27
2529
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Tuition (in-state)$13,576
Tuition (out-of-state)$30,790
Room & Board$12,584
Books & Supplies$1,254
Total Cost of Attendance$30,213
Average Net Price$21,816
Median Debt at Graduation$20,093
Monthly Payment (10yr)$213
Net Price by Family Income
$0–30K$10,582
$30–48K$12,172
$48–75K$17,150
$75–110K$23,171
$110K+$28,869
Programs (94)
Student Body
Undergrads
20,497
Gender Split
57% / 43%
Women / Men
First Generation
21%
Pell Grant Recipients
17%
Race & Ethnicity
White 75%
Black 4%
Hispanic 8%
Asian 5%
Two+ 5%
Int'l 1%
Outcomes
4-Year Graduation Rate80.9%
Freshman Retention90.1%
Median Earnings After Graduation
6 Years$57,438
8 Years$64,070
10 Years$69,954
10-Year Earnings by Gender
Women
$56,500
Men
$74,000
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History & Fun Facts
Source: Wikipedia