About
Contact & Visit
Campus Visits Contact
Contact
Donna Cowley
Sr. Assistant Director of Admissions
Sr. Assistant Director of Admissions
Address
Office of Admissions
2800 University Boulevard North
Jacksonville, FL 32211
2800 University Boulevard North
Jacksonville, FL 32211
Phone
904-256-7000
Email
dcowley@ju.edu
Experience College Life
Most Popular Places On Campus
Davis Student Commons
Kinne University Center
Health Sciences Complex
River Walk
Kinne University Center
Health Sciences Complex
River Walk
Most Popular Places Off Campus
TIAA Bank Field (Jacksonville Jaguars)
TPC Sawgrass (Golf)
Jacksonville Zoo
Five Points (Shopping/Dining)
Jacksonville Beach; Ponte Vedra Beach
TPC Sawgrass (Golf)
Jacksonville Zoo
Five Points (Shopping/Dining)
Jacksonville Beach; Ponte Vedra Beach
Campus Tours
Campus Visiting Center
Monday - Saturday
10am, 12pm, 2pm
904-256-7000
10am, 12pm, 2pm
904-256-7000
Campus Tours
Appointment Required: Yes
Dates: Year-round
Times: 11 am and 2 pm Mon-Fri (Sat. Events vary)
Average Length: 1 hour
Dates: Year-round
Times: 11 am and 2 pm Mon-Fri (Sat. Events vary)
Average Length: 1 hour
On Campus Interview
Campus Interviews
Yes
Information Sessions
Available
Times
Select Saturdays
Faculty and Coach Visits
Dates/Times Available
Academic Year
Arrangements
Contact Admissions Office
Advance Notice
2 weeks
Contact Email Address for Visit
dcowley@ju.edu
Class Visits
Dates/Times Available
Academic Year
Arrangements
Contact Admissions Office
Overnight Dorm Stays
Overnight Dorm Stays
Available
Arrangements
Contact Admissions Office
Limitations
typically available for admitted students
Transportation
Types of Transportation Available to Campus
Taxi, Bus Service; Amtrak Station and Jacksonville International Airport 30 minutes from campus
Driving Instructions to Campus
Directions to the JU Campus
By air: The City of Jacksonville is served by Jacksonville International Airport, just 25 minutes from the JU campus.
Traveling South on I-95 or from the Airport: Take 9A South across the St. Johns River to Merrill Road. Exit on Merrill Road access road and turn right (west) on Merrill Road. Turn right oat the light onto Hartsfield Rd. Turn left onto Fort Caroline Road. Travel one mile and turn left onto University Blvd. JU's main campus entrance will be on your right.
Traveling East on I-10: Merge with I-95 North. Exit onto Union Street heading east. Cross St. Johns River on the Mathews Bridge. Road becomes Arlington Expressway. The first exit after crossing the bridge is for University Boulevard. Drive under the University Boulevard overpass and immediately bear right to exit onto University Boulevard North. At intersection of University Boulevard and Merrill Road, turn left into JU entrance road.
Traveling North on I-95: Take Southside Boulevard (State Rd. 115 Exit 99) exit, heading north. Cross Beach Boulevard and Atlantic Boulevard. Southside Boulevard becomes Southside Connector. Turn left onto Merrill Road just before the 9A interchange. Turn right at the light onto Hartsfield Road. Turn left at the light onto Fort Caroline Road. Travel one mile and turn left onto University Blvd. JU's main campus entrance will be on the right.
Local Accommodations
Comfort Inn-Beach
1515 North 1st Street
Jacksonville Beach, FL
(904) 241-2311
Sea Turtle Inn
One Ocean Blvd.
Atlantic Beach
(904)249-7402
Radisson Riverwalk
1515 Prudential Dr.
(904)396-5100
Jacksonville Marriott
4670 Salisbury Rd
(904)296-2222
Adams Mark Hotel(Downtown)
225 E. Coastline Dr.
(904)633-9095
(A discounted rate has been granted to JU Visitors in the past)
Omni Jacksonville
245 W. Water St.
(904)355-6664
Ponte Vedra Inn and Club
Ponte Vedra Blvd Pved
(904)285-1111
Hampton Inn South
4690 Salisbury Rd.
(904)281-0443
(mention that in the past, JU Visitors have received a discount at this Hampton Inn)
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Admissions
Overview
Applicants: 9,119
Acceptance Rate: 58%
Average HS GPA: 3.66
GPA Breakdown
26%
4.0
18%
3.75 - 3.99
21%
3.50 - 3.74
15%
3.25 - 3.49
10%
3.00 - 3.24
9%
2.50 - 2.99
1%
2.00 - 2.49
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Learn MoreSAT & ACT Test Scores
SAT Evidence-Based Reading and Writing
25th-75th percentile (enrolled students)
540 - 620
SAT Math
25th-75th percentile (enrolled students)
520 - 620
SAT Composite Scores
25th-75th percentile (enrolled students)
1050 - 1140
ACT Composite Scores
25th-75th percentile (enrolled students)
20 - 26
Testing Policies
Other Admission Factors
Academic
Rigor of Secondary School Record
Class Rank
Academic GPA
Selectivity Rating
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Learn MoreAcademics
Academics
Faculty and Class Information
Student/Faculty
13:1
Total Faculty
393
with Terminal Degree
200
224
Women
169
Men
51
Minority
8
International
Most frequent class size
2 - 9
Most frequent lab / sub section size
10 - 19
Graduation Rates
Graduate in 4 years
Graduate in 5 years
Graduate in 6 years
Majors
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BIOLOGICAL AND BIOMEDICAL SCIENCES.
Biology/Biological Sciences, General.
Marine Biology and Biological Oceanography.
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BUSINESS, MANAGEMENT, MARKETING, AND RELATED SUPPORT SERVICES.
Accounting.
Business Administration and Management, General.
Business Administration, Management and Operations, Other.
Entrepreneurship/Entrepreneurial Studies.
Finance, General.
International Business/Trade/Commerce.
Management Information Systems, General.
Management Science.
Marketing/Marketing Management, General.
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COMMUNICATION, JOURNALISM, AND RELATED PROGRAMS.
Mass Communication/Media Studies.
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COMPUTER AND INFORMATION SCIENCES AND SUPPORT SERVICES.
Computer and Information Sciences, General.
Computer Programming, Specific Applications.
Information Science/Studies.
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EDUCATION.
Education, General.
Educational Leadership and Administration, General.
Elementary Education and Teaching.
Music Teacher Education.
Secondary Education and Teaching.
Teaching English as a Second or Foreign Language/ESL Language Instructor.
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ENGINEERING.
Electrical and Electronics Engineering
Mechanical Engineering.
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ENGLISH LANGUAGE AND LITERATURE/LETTERS.
English Language and Literature, General.
Professional, Technical, Business, and Scientific Writing.
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FOREIGN LANGUAGES, LITERATURES, AND LINGUISTICS.
French Language and Literature.
Spanish Language and Literature.
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HEALTH PROFESSIONS AND RELATED PROGRAMS.
Communication Sciences and Disorders, General.
Family Practice Nurse/Nursing.
Nursing Administration.
Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse.
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HISTORY.
History, General.
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LIBERAL ARTS AND SCIENCES, GENERAL STUDIES AND HUMANITIES.
General Studies.
Humanities/Humanistic Studies.
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies.
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MATHEMATICS AND STATISTICS.
Mathematics, General.
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MULTI/INTERDISCIPLINARY STUDIES.
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, General.
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other.
Sustainability Studies.
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PARKS, RECREATION, LEISURE, AND FITNESS STUDIES.
Kinesiology and Exercise Science.
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PHILOSOPHY AND RELIGIOUS STUDIES.
Philosophy.
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PHYSICAL SCIENCES.
Chemistry, General.
Physics, General.
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PSYCHOLOGY.
Psychology, General.
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PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION AND SOCIAL SERVICE PROFESSIONS.
Public Policy Analysis, General.
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SOCIAL SCIENCES.
Economics, General.
Geography.
Political Science and Government, General.
Social Sciences, General.
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TRANSPORTATION AND MATERIALS MOVING.
Airline/Commercial/Professional Pilot and Flight Crew.
Aviation/Airway Management and Operations.
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VISUAL AND PERFORMING ARTS.
Art/Art Studies, General.
Dance, General.
Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General.
Film/Cinema/Video Studies.
Fine/Studio Arts, General.
Intermedia/Multimedia.
Jazz/Jazz Studies.
Keyboard Instruments.
Music Performance, General.
Music Theory and Composition.
Music, General.
Voice and Opera.
Degrees
Bachelor's
Certificate
Doctoral Other
Doctoral/Professional
Master's
Post-Bachelor's certificate
Post-Master's certificate
Certificate
Doctoral Other
Doctoral/Professional
Master's
Post-Bachelor's certificate
Post-Master's certificate
Career Services
On-Campus Job Interviews Available
Yes
Career Services
Alumni Network
Alumni Services
Classes
Interest Inventory
Internships
Opportunities at School
Experiential
Internship
Notable Faculty
Prominent Alumni
Mr. David Walker
Comptroller General of the United States
Mr. Daniel Murphy
Major League Baseball Player
Ms. Leanza Cornett
former Miss America; Lifetime TV Show Hostess
Mr. Tommy Hazouri
former State of Florida Representative and Mayor
Mr. Jay Thomas
Emmy Award winning actor and Los Angeles DJ
Mr. Artis Gilmore
NBA Player; NBA Hall of Fame
Mr. Dee Brown
NBA Player; NBA All-Star
Careers
Graduation Rates
Graduate in 4 years
Graduate in 5 years
Graduate in 6 years
Career Services
On-Campus Job Interviews Available
Yes
Career Services
Alumni Network
Alumni Services
Classes
Interest Inventory
Internships
Opportunities at School
Experiential
Internship
ROI & Outcomes
Tuition & Aid
Tuition & Aid
Dates
Application Deadlines
Notification Date
Dec 1
Required Forms
FAFSA
State Aid
State Aid
Financial Aid Statistics
Average Freshman Total Need-Based Gift Aid
$34,192
Average Undergraduate Total Need-Based Gift Aid
$29,420
Average Need-Based Loan
$3,830
Undergraduates who have borrowed through any loan program
63%
Average amount of loan debt per graduate
$50,967
Average amount of each freshman scholarship/grant package
$32,273
Financial aid provided to international students
Yes
Expenses per Academic Year
Tuition
$45,050
Required Fees
$980
Average Cost for Books and Supplies
$700
Tuition / Fees Vary by Year of Study
No
Board for Commuters
$1,500
Transportation for Commuters
$2,850
Available Aid
Financial Aid Methodology
Federal and Institutional
Scholarships and Grants
Need-Based
Need-Based College/University Scholarship or Grant Aid from Institutional Funds
Need-Based Federal Pell
Need-Based Private Scholarships
Need-Based SEOG
Need-Based State Scholarships
Need-Based United Negro College Fund
Non-Need-Based
Institutional non-need-based scholarship or grant aid is available
Federal Direct Student Loan Programs
Direct PLUS Loans
Direct Subsidized Stafford Loans
Direct Unsubsidized Stafford Loans
Direct Subsidized Stafford Loans
Direct Unsubsidized Stafford Loans
Federal Family Education Loan Programs (FFEL)
College/university loans from institutional funds
Federal Nursing Loans
Federal Nursing Loans
Is Institutional Employment Available (other than Federal Work Study)
Yes
Direct Lender
No
Student Body
Student Body
Overall
Student Body Profile
Total Undergraduate Enrollment
2,563
Foreign Countries Represented
43
Demographics
2.44%
Asian
17.39%
Black
14.84%
Hispanic
50.81%
Caucasian
3.15%
Unknown
6.14%
International
62% female
38% male
39% are out of state
91% are full time
9% are part time
Campus Life
Campus Life
Overview
Campus Life
Undergrads living on campus
56%
Help finding off-campus housing
No
First-Year Students living on campus
83%
Campus Environment
Large Urban
96/99
Housing Options
Apartment Single
Disabled Student
Dorms Coed
Dorms Female
Disabled Student
Dorms Coed
Dorms Female
Dorms Male
Frat Sorority
International Student
Theme Housing
Wellness Housing
Frat Sorority
International Student
Theme Housing
Wellness Housing
Special Needs Admissions
Director
Olga Florez
College Entrance Tests Required
No
Interview Required
No
Special Need Services Offered
Calculator allowed in exams
Yes
Dictionary allowed in exams
Yes
Computer allowed in exams
Yes
Spellchecker allowed in exams
Yes
Extended test time
Yes
Scribes
Yes
Proctors
Yes
Oral exams
Yes
Notetakers
Yes
Distraction-free environment
Yes
Accommodation for students with ADHD
2
Other assistive technology
2
Student Activities
Registered Student Organizations
84
Number of Honor Societies
7
Number of Social Sororities
5
Number of Religious Organizations
8
14% join a fraternity
10% join a sorority
Sports
Athletic Division
Division I
20% participate in intercollegiate sports
Men's Sports (Dolphins)
7 Sports
Baseball
Basketball
Crew Rowing
Cross Country
Golf
Lacrosse
Soccer
Basketball
Crew Rowing
Cross Country
Golf
Lacrosse
Soccer
Women's Sports (Dolphins)
11 Sports
Basketball
Crew Rowing
Cross Country
Golf
Lacrosse
Sand Volleyball
Soccer
Softball
Track Field Indoor
Track Field Outdoor
Volleyball
Crew Rowing
Cross Country
Golf
Lacrosse
Sand Volleyball
Soccer
Softball
Track Field Indoor
Track Field Outdoor
Volleyball
Student Services
Health
LGBT Support Groups
Minority Support Groups
Army ROTC Offered on-campus, at cooperating institutions: University of North Florida
Navy ROTC Offered on-campus
LGBT Support Groups
Minority Support Groups
Army ROTC Offered on-campus, at cooperating institutions: University of North Florida
Navy ROTC Offered on-campus
Sustainability
75/99
Campus Security Report
Campus Security Report
The Jeanne Clery Act requires colleges and universities to disclose their security policies, keep a public crime log, publish an annual crime report and provide timely warnings to students and campus employees about a crime posing an immediate or ongoing threat to students and campus employees.
Please visit The Princeton Review’s page on campus safety for additional resources: http://www.princetonreview.com/safety
The Princeton Review publishes links directly to each school's Campus Security Reports where available. Applicants can also access all school-specific campus safety information using the Campus Safety and Security Data Analysis Cutting Tool provided by the Office of Postsecondary Education of the U.S. Department of Education: https://ope.ed.gov/campussafety/#/
Other Information
Campus-wide Internet Network
Yes
% of Classrooms with Wireless Internet
100
Fee for Network Use
No
Partnerships with Technology Companies
No
Personal computer included in tuition for each student
No
Discounts Available with Hardware Vendors
No
Wellness Program/Clinical Offerings
Institution has a mental health/wellness program that makes counseling, referral, and well-being services available to all students
Not Reported
Mental Health Website
Not Reported
Education & Training
Types of training available for students and faculty/staff
Program
Availability
Not Reported
Not Reported
Not Reported
Not Reported
Not Reported
Engaging the Whole Campus
Institution has a Chief Behavioral Health Officer (and/or Chief Wellness Officer)
Not Reported
Peer-to-Peer
Institution has peer-to-peer offerings relating to mental health
Not Reported
Residential Life
Institution incorporates mental health and wellness into the residential experience
Not Reported
Student Orientation
Students who are provided an opportunity to participate in mental-health-orientation activities
First-year students
Not Reported
Incoming transfer students
Not Reported
Returning students
Not Reported
Entering graduate students
Not Reported
Mental Health in the Curriculum
The institution offers for-credit mental health/well-being education for students
Not Reported
The institution offers non-credit mental health/well-being education for students
Not Reported
Off-Campus Offerings
Institution offers referrals to off-campus counseling services
Not Reported
Health and Counseling Center Accreditation
Institution's counseling center is accredited
Not Reported
Accrediting body
Not Reported
Taking and Returning from Medical Leave
Institution has an official support program in place for students returning from mental health leave of absence
Not Reported
Counseling Demand
Number of months a year counseling center is open and fully staffed
Not Reported
