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Jacksonville University

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Jacksonville University: the applicant's brief

6 findings
  1. The short answer

    Jacksonville University is a university in Jacksonville, Florida, and it suits students who want to study in a U.S. city setting. It is a private university in its summary, while its type is listed as public; confirm the current institutional status on the official website before applying.

  2. What you can study

    Jacksonville University is described as a university, but no current subject areas or programme list is provided. The programme catalogue is still being compiled, so check the official website for the degrees and majors currently open to international applicants.

  3. Getting in

    International applicants should use the university’s official website to confirm the application steps, entry requirements, deadlines, and document list. The university’s current status should also be checked because its summary and type do not match, and that affects how you interpret admission information.

  4. What it costs

    The university does not publish a tuition fee range in the information available; confirm the current international student rate with its admissions office. Living costs will depend on housing, food, transport, and other personal expenses in Jacksonville, Florida.

  5. Coming from abroad

    The language of instruction is not stated, so confirm that on the official website before applying. If you are moving from abroad, also check visa steps, academic records needed, and whether the university has any separate requirements for international students.

  6. How it compares

    Among 2,515 universities in the United States, Jacksonville University is one option in a very large and varied national market. Its most useful distinguishing details for comparison are its location in Jacksonville, Florida, and the fact that its published summary and type do not fully align, so applicants should verify its current classification directly.

Written from this university's catalogue entry and its cited encyclopedia summary. Figures are only shown where the institution or a cited source publishes them β€” always confirm fees and entry requirements with the university itself before applying.

Questions about Jacksonville University

Where is Jacksonville University located?

It is in Jacksonville, Florida, United States, in the city’s Arlington district.

What kind of institution is Jacksonville University?

Its type is listed as public, while its summary describes it as a private university; confirm the current status on the official website.

When was Jacksonville University founded?

It was founded in 1934 as a two-year college.

What was Jacksonville University called before?

It was known as Jacksonville Junior College until September 5, 1956.

Overview

Jacksonville University (JU) is a private university in Jacksonville, Florida, United States. Located in the city's Arlington district, the school was founded in 1934 as a two-year college and was known as Jacksonville Junior College until September 5, 1956, when it shifted focus to building four-year university degree programs and later graduated its first four-year degree candidates as Jacksonville University in June 1959.

Programs at Jacksonville University

37 programs across 1 study levels.

Bachelor's Degree

Bachelor's Degree Professional Accounting & Finance

Accounting

Jacksonville University

⏱ 4 years πŸŽ“ Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Arts, Design & Architecture

Animation

Jacksonville University

⏱ 4 years πŸŽ“ Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Business & Management

Aviation Management

Jacksonville University

⏱ 4 years πŸŽ“ Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Life Sciences

Biology

Jacksonville University

⏱ 4 years πŸŽ“ Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Business & Management

Business Administration

Jacksonville University

⏱ 4 years πŸŽ“ Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Business & Management

Business Analytics

Jacksonville University

⏱ 4 years πŸŽ“ Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Science

Chemistry

Jacksonville University

⏱ 4 years πŸŽ“ Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Media & Communication

Communications

Jacksonville University

⏱ 4 years πŸŽ“ Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Computer Science & IT

Computing Sciences

Jacksonville University

⏱ 4 years πŸŽ“ Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Computer Science & IT

Cyber Security

Jacksonville University

⏱ 4 years πŸŽ“ Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Music & Performing Arts

Dance

Jacksonville University

⏱ 4 years πŸŽ“ Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Computer Science & IT

Data Sciences

Jacksonville University

⏱ 4 years πŸŽ“ Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Engineering

Electrical Engineering

Jacksonville University

⏱ 4 years πŸŽ“ Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Languages & Linguistics

English

Jacksonville University

⏱ 4 years πŸŽ“ Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Sports & Recreation

Exercise Science

Jacksonville University

⏱ 4 years πŸŽ“ Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Arts, Design & Architecture

Film

Jacksonville University

⏱ 4 years πŸŽ“ Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Professional Accounting & Finance

Finance

Jacksonville University

⏱ 4 years πŸŽ“ Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Arts, Design & Architecture

Game Design

Jacksonville University

⏱ 4 years πŸŽ“ Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Medicine & Health Sciences

Health Sciences

Jacksonville University

⏱ 4 years πŸŽ“ Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Social Sciences & Psychology

History

Jacksonville University

⏱ 4 years πŸŽ“ Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Business & Management

International Business

Jacksonville University

⏱ 4 years πŸŽ“ Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Business & Management

Management

Jacksonville University

⏱ 4 years πŸŽ“ Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Science

Marine Science

Jacksonville University

⏱ 4 years πŸŽ“ Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Business & Management

Marketing

Jacksonville University

⏱ 4 years πŸŽ“ Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Science

Mathematics

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⏱ 4 years πŸŽ“ Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Engineering

Mechanical Engineering

Jacksonville University

⏱ 4 years πŸŽ“ Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Medicine & Health Sciences

Nursing

Jacksonville University

⏱ 4 years πŸŽ“ Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Social Sciences & Psychology

Philosophy

Jacksonville University

⏱ 4 years πŸŽ“ Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Science

Physics

Jacksonville University

⏱ 4 years πŸŽ“ Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Social Sciences & Psychology

Political Science

Jacksonville University

⏱ 4 years πŸŽ“ Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Social Sciences & Psychology

Psychology

Jacksonville University

⏱ 4 years πŸŽ“ Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Social Sciences & Psychology

Sociology

Jacksonville University

⏱ 4 years πŸŽ“ Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Business & Management

Sport Business

Jacksonville University

⏱ 4 years πŸŽ“ Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Music & Performing Arts

Theatre

Jacksonville University

⏱ 4 years πŸŽ“ Full Time

Tuition fees & costs

Indicative annual tuition

On request

Indicative living cost

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Fees vary by programme and are indicative. Confirm exact fees with the university before applying.

Admission requirements

How to apply

  1. 1Check the entry requirements and intake dates for your chosen programme on the official university website.
  2. 2Confirm you meet the academic requirements (high-school certificate, bachelor’s degree or equivalent) for the programme.
  3. 3Apply directly through the university admission portal, or via its official application platform.
  4. 4Submit your transcripts and English-proficiency scores (IELTS / TOEFL / Duolingo English Test) and pay the application fee.
  5. 5On receiving your offer letter, accept it and begin your student-visa process for United States.

Scholarships at Jacksonville University

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Last updated 29 Aug 2026. Information is provided for guidance β€” verify with official sources before applying.

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