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James Madison University

Harrisonburg, VA·Public·~72% acceptance

Located in Harrisonburg, VA, James Madison University is a public university. Admissions are accessible, with about 72% of applicants accepted. Students pay an average net price of about $23,322 per year after financial aid. About 80% of students graduate, and alumni earn a median of about $69,954 ten years after enrolling.

Average cost
$23,322/yr avg net price after aid
Full cost $31,735
Aid cuts ~$8,413/yr on average

Average across all aided students (U.S. College Scorecard). Your actual price depends on your family's income. Take the free Matchmaker for an estimate based on your numbers.

Deadlines
ED
EA
RD
Nov 1

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Admissions
GPA range3.47–3.97
SAT (middle 50%)1170–1340
ACT (middle 50%)24–29
Test policyTest optional
Programs
Computer Science
Data Science / Statistics
Information Systems / IT
Mathematics
Physics
Chemistry
Biology
Environmental Science
Outcomes
80%
graduation rate
92%
freshman retention
$57,438
median earnings, 6yr
$69,954
median earnings, 10yr
Frequently asked questions
What is James Madison University's acceptance rate?
James Madison University admits about 72% of applicants.
How much does James Madison University cost?
At James Madison University, the average net price after aid is about $23,322 per year, and the full cost of attendance is about $31,735 per year before aid. Your actual price depends on your family's income. Take Blueprint's free Matchmaker for an estimate based on your numbers.
What SAT or ACT scores do you need for James Madison University?
The middle 50% of admitted students score 1170–1340 on the SAT and 24–29 on the ACT.
What are James Madison University's application deadlines?
James Madison University's deadline is Regular Decision around Nov 1. Always confirm exact dates on the school's official site.

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