About Jackson State University
Jackson State University is a public historically Black university in Jackson, Mississippi. It is part of the Mississippi public higher education system and serves students in the state capital region and beyond. The university is known for its role as an HBCU and for offering a broad undergraduate and graduate education.
Jackson State offers a wide range of academic programs across disciplines such as business, education, liberal arts, science, engineering, and health-related fields. It is especially recognized for its teacher preparation, research activity, and graduate study opportunities. As a comprehensive university, it combines classroom instruction with applied learning and campus-based student support.
- Public HBCU serving students in Jackson, Mississippi
- Comprehensive university with undergraduate and graduate offerings
- Strong teacher preparation and professional programs
- Regionally accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
- Transfer and CLEP review handled through university academic records processes