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James Madison University is a public university in Virginia known for balancing strong undergraduate teaching with a vibrant residential campus experience. It has notable strength in business, health, education, media, and a range of professionally oriented majors.

JMU often appeals to students who want the energy and opportunities of a larger public institution but still value community, school spirit, and a college experience centered on undergraduate life.

What are James Madison University looking for?

Students with solid academics who want an engaged undergraduate-centered public university experience and can contribute to a vibrant residential campus community.

Admissions Statistics

YEAR
Overall Accept. Rate
Regular Decision Accept. Rate
Regular Decision Apps Accepted
Regular Decision Apps Received
Early Decision / Action Accept. Rate
Percent of Class Filled by Early Apps
Early Decision / Action Apps Received
Early Decision / Action Apps Accepted
Expected Number of Students to Enroll
Total Apps Received
Total Apps Accepted
2024
71.5%
71.5%
27,480
38,426
38,426
27,480
2023
76.2%
76.2%
27,256
35,750
35,750
27,256
2022
78.3%
78.3%
24,062
30,727
30,727
24,062

ADMISSION INFORMATION

APPLICATION DATES & DEADLINES

ED
EA
ED2
RD
Rolling
Nov 1
Jan 15
No

Additional essay questions of the application.

James Madison University
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TUITION
$14,300 in-state / $31,906 out-of-state
ACCEPTANCE RATE
71.5%
Enrollment: Undergraduate | STUDENTS
21,112 | 22,879
Academics & Testing Range
SAT: 1210–1370 | ACT: | GPA:
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