Graduate Programs
If you have just completed a Bachelor’s degree program, or you are looking to advance in your career with higher degree, we offer close to 30 Graduate programs at Master’s, Post-Graduate specialist and PhD levels. Having an advanced degree will/may give you an opportunity to negotiate a better career option and higher financial reward.As per IIE open door report, close to 383,000 international students chose to study in the United States for their graduate degree.
There are thousands of Institutions offering graduate programs within the United States. Thus, it is important that International students consider the Accreditation of the Graduate programs that they are looking for and Cost of attendance when selecting the University to pursue their graduate program.
Here at JSU, all of our academic programs are well accredited. Some of our programs are accredited by worldwide accreditation bodies such as:
Our Computer Science and Information System is recognized by Computing Accreditation commission of ABET Our school of business and industry is recognized by AACSB International
We at Jacksonville State University recognize the need for our students to be global citizens to compete in the real world once they graduate. We therefore celebrate diversity and welcome students from all around the world.
English Requirements
In order to ensure your academic success at JSU, we ask for proof of English proficiency test score. You will have many options to choose from when it comes to taking the English proficiency test. Some of the popular ones are TOEFL, IELTS, PTE, iTEP etc.
Basic Information for English Requirements
Students must submit at least one of the santhe standardized test score as indicated below. For more detailed information about graduate international requirements please visit International Graduate Admissions Checklist
| Requirement | Score | Documents |
|---|---|---|
| Completing JSU’s ELI Program (Learn more) | Level 4 | N/A |
| TOEFL – Paper Based | 550 | Official Score Report |
| TOEFL – Computer Based | 213 | Official Score Report from ETS – JSU’s Code 1736 |
| TOEFL – Internet based | 79 | Official Score Report from ETS – JSU’s Code 1736 |
| IELTS – Academic | 6.0 | Official Score Report from British Council/IDP Center |
| PTE – Pearson Test of English | 56 | Official Score Report |
| iTEP | 4.5 | Official Score Report |
| ACT (minimum of 14 on the English Subtest) | 18-19 (Composite) | Official Score Report |
| SAT (minimum of 350 on the Critical Reading Subtest) | 870 - 940 (Combined Critical Reading and Math) | Official Score Report |
Exemptions
Graduating from a high school (minimum 2 years of attendance and completion of 2 English courses) in a country where the official language is English.
Official High School Transcript Graduating from a university in a country where the official language is English. Official University Transcript Transferring at least 24 academic credit hours from accredited US institutions
Exempted Countries: Antigua & Barbuda, Australia, Bahamas, Barbados, Belize, Bermuda,Canada (except Quebec), Fiji, Grenada, Guyana, Ireland, Jamaica, Kiribat, Marshall Islands, Micronesia, New Zealand, Solomon Island, St. Kitts and Nevis, St. Lucia, St. Vincent and the Grenadines, Trinidad and Tobago, United Kingdom.
Not ready to take an English test?
If you do not plan on taking English proficiency test and you feel like you need additional help with improving your English, you may want to consider our outstanding ELI program. For more details on ELI program, please click here.
Tuition and Fees
JSU understands that cost is one of the main concern for many of our bright international students. Here at JSU, you will be able to get the quality education at an affordable cost.
We have chart below on tuition and fees for you to review and consider your decision.
Tuition & Fees
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| Item | Semester | School Year | Summer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $6,876.00 | $13,752.00 | 4,584.00 |
| University General Fees | $375.00 | $750.00 | $100.00 |
| Housing | $3,000.00 | $6,000.00 | $1,200 |
| Meal Plan | $1,540.00 | $1,540.00 | $1,300.00 |
| Health Insurance | $600.00 | $1,200.00 | n/a |
| Total | $12,391.00 | $24,782.00 | $8,162.00 |
Living Expenses
Cost of living in this beautiful town of Jacksonville is 3% lower than the Alabama average and 12% lower than the national average. For example, you will be able to rent your own place or live on campus for about $550.00 a month. Check the facts on AreaVibes
Important Dates
We do not want to miss the opportunity to host you at our campus. Please check important application deadlines information below
Fall July 1st | Spring November 1st | Summer April 1 st
| M.P.A. | Public Administration |
| M.B.A. | Business Administration |
| M.Ed. | Counselling Education - School Counseling |
| M.Ed. | Counselling Education - Clinical Mental Health |
| M.S. | Sports Management |
Fall May1st | Spring October 1st | Summer February 1st
| M.A. | English |
| M.A. | History |
| M.A. | Liberal Studies |
| M.A. | Music - General |
| M.S. | Biology |
| M.S. | Computer Systems and Software Design |
| M.S. | Criminal Justice |
| M.S. | Mathematics |
| M.S. | Manufacturing System Technology |
| M.S. | Nursing |
Fall July 1st | Spring November 1st | Summer April 1st
| M.P.A. | Public Administration |
| M.B.A. | Business Administration |
| M.Ed. | Counselling Education - School Counseling |
| M.Ed. | Counselling Education - Clinical Mental Health |
| M.S. | Sports Management |
Fall intake only April 15th
| M.S. | Psychology |
Fall intake only January 31st
| M.S./DSC | Emergency Management |
Fall intake only (Accepted all year round, applications are reviewed Mid-March)
| M.F.A. | Visual Communication Design |
Tuition and Fees
JSU understands that cost is one of the main concern for many of our bright international students. Here at JSU, you will be able to get the quality education at an affordable cost.
We have chart below on tuition and fees for you to review and consider your decision.
Tuition & Fees
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| Item | Semester | School Year | Summer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $6,876.00 | $13,752.00 | 4,584.00 |
| University General Fees | $375.00 | $750.00 | $100.00 |
| Housing | $3,000.00 | $6,000.00 | $1,200 |
| Meal Plan | $1,540.00 | $1,540.00 | $1,300.00 |
| Health Insurance | $600.00 | $1,200.00 | n/a |
| Total | $12,391.00 | $24,782.00 | $8,162.00 |
Living Expenses
Cost of living in this beautiful town of Jacksonville is 3% lower than the Alabama average and 12% lower than the national average. For example, you will be able to rent your own place or live on campus for about $550.00 a month. Check the facts on AreaVibes
Learn about our other programs
Learn more about our different programs and try to find the one that fits your needs.