School Details
Jackson State University was founded in Natchez, Mississippi, under the name Natchez Seminary in 1877. The university moved to Jackson, Mississippi in 1882 and officially became Jackson State University in 1974 after the curriculum expanded several times throughout the school’s history.
Today, Jackson State University is a public four-year university. As an HBCU, the university strives to empower a diverse range of students to become leaders in their fields and in their communities. Programs promote technical skills, ethical decision-making, critical thinking, and global citizenship to address issues in society and industry.
Jackson State University is a research-intensive university that offers bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral degree programs. The school offers traditional courses on campus, online courses, hybrid courses, and enhanced courses. JSU online offers students a quality education regardless of their physical location. Earn your degree at your convenience in a supportive learning environment with Jackson State University Online.
Degrees and certificates are housed in the following colleges:
- College of Business
- College of Education and Human Development
- College of Health Science
- College of Liberal Arts
- College of Science, Engineering & Technology
Accreditation & Licensing
Jackson State University is accredited by:
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC)