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Military Quick Facts

  • BAH Rate
    $1,674
  • Online BAH
    $901
  • GI Bill Approved Programs
    YES
  • Yellow Ribbon Program
    NO
  • Approved for Tuition Assistance
    YES
  • Offers College Credit for Military Experience
    YES
  • Awards Credit for CLEP Exam
    YES
  • Awards Credit for DSST Exam
    NO

Jackson State University

Jackson State University is a 4 Year, Public university located at 1440 J R Lynch Street, Jackson, MS. Students at Jackson State University can enroll in bachelor’s, master’s, certificate, doctoral degree programs.

Jackson State University Military & Veteran Support Programs

Jackson State University offers the following veteran and military support programs: 

  • Jackson State University has GI Bill®-approved programs
  • Jackson State University is approved for Tuition Assistance
  • Jackson State University is not a  Yellow Ribbon school
  • Jackson State University offers  credit for military
  • Jackson State University awards credit for the CLEP exam
  • Jackson State University does not award credit for the DSST exam

Is Jackson State University a GI Bill®-approved school?

Yes, Jackson State University is a GI Bill®-approved school. However, you will need to check with the school to ensure that the GI Bill® covers your preferred degree program.

Is Jackson State University a Yellow Ribbon school?

No, Jackson State University is not a Yellow Ribbon school.

However, as [common school name] is a public institution, your tuition costs should be covered by the GI Bill® assuming you have full eligibility. You should check with the school to ensure that your preferred degree program is 100% covered.

Does Jackson State University offer Yellow Ribbon for master’s programs?

No, Jackson State University does not have Yellow Ribbon funding for its master's degree programs.

However, as Jackson State University is a public institution, your tuition costs may be fully covered by the GI Bill® assuming you have full eligibility. You should check with the school to ensure that your preferred master's degree program is 100% covered.

Does Jackson State University offer a military discount or reduced tuition rates for military and veterans?

Yes, Jackson State University offers a military discount or reduced tuition for military and veterans. You should verify with the university that the rate is below the military tuition assistance cap of $250 per credit hour.

Some schools offer reduced tuition for military and veterans, but the amount may still exceed Tuition Assistance or GI Bill® benefits rate caps.

What are Jackson State University's military tuition rates for active military using tuition assistance funding?

Jackson State University has not provided its tuition rates for active military.

We recommend that you contact the school to verify that the courses you wish to pursue do not exceed the $250 rate cap for military tuition assistance.

What are Jackson State University's online tuition rates for active military?

Jackson State University has not provided its tuition rates for active military.

We recommend that you contact the school to verify that the courses you wish to pursue do not exceed the $250 rate cap for military tuition assistance.

Does Jackson State University offer online degree programs?

No, Jackson State University does not currently offer online degree programs.

Is Jackson State University approved for Tuition Assistance?

Yes, Jackson State University is approved for Tuition Assistance.

Eligible students may have up to 100% of its tuition, with zero out-of-pocket costs.

You will need to verify with the school to ensure that Tuition Assistance covers your preferred degree program.

Military and Veteran Costs
  • Tuition Cost
    $ 8,445
  • GI Bill Coverage
    - $ 8,445
  • Student Veteran Cost
    $ 0
  • Tuition Cost-Per-Credit-Hour
    $
  • Tuition Assistance
    - $ 250
  • Military Student Cost
    $
  • This GI Bill coverage is based on full benefits remaining. Any potential costs and coverage should be verified by the university before applying.

Military/Veteran Support

  • BAH - Campus
    $1,674
  • BAH - Online
    $916.50
  • Campus SVA Chapter
    YES
  • Full-Time Veteran Counselor On Campus
    YES
  • Signed VA Principles Of Excellence
    NO
  • Club/Association for Veterans
    YES
  • Veteran Upward Bound Program
    NO
  • 8 Keys to Veterans' Success
  • Offers ROTC Program
    YES
  • GI Bill Approved Programs
    YES
Academic Support
  • Offers College Credit for Military Experiences
    YES
  • Awards Credit for CLEP Exam
    YES
  • Awards Credit for DSST Exam
    NO
Financial Support
  • Approved for Tuition Assistance
    YES
  • Yellow Ribbon Program
    NO
  • Scholarships for Military
    YES
  • Reduced Tuition for Military
    YES
Costs
  • Undergraduate
    $8,445
    In State
    $9,445
    Out of State
  • Graduate
    $6,866
    In State
    $6,866
    Out of State
  • Textbooks
    $1,400
  • GI Bill Textbook Coverage
    - $1000
  • Total Cost to Student Veteran
    $ 400
Student Population
  • Student Count
    5,138
    Undergraduate
    2,309
    Graduate
    244
    GI Bill Students
  • Male
    35.4%
    Population
  • Female
    64.6%
    Population
Affiliation
  • Religious
    No Religious Affiliation
  • Ethnicity
    Historically/Predominantly Black Colleges (HBCU)
  • Gender
    Coed School
School Information
  • College Type
    Public
  • Setting
    Urban
  • Accreditation Type
    Regional
  • Duration
    4 Year
  • Calendar
    Semesters
  • Online Undergraduate
    Yes
  • Online Graduate
    Yes
Average Scores
  • Avg. Accepted
    460
    SAT Math
    465
    SAT Evidence-Based Reading & Writing
    19
    ACT
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