Jacksonville State University (JSU) Off-Campus Housings

Casita offers a wide variety of off-campus Jacksonville State University accommodation. Casita also provides multiple Jacksonville student halls that are near the university. There is a wide range of en-suite rooms, studios, and single, twin, and double rooms offered by Casita for students to choose from according to their needs and budgets. These accommodation options come with various amenities and features, including all-inclusive utility bills, high-speed Wi-Fi, 24/7 security, and laundry facilities. 

Why Study at Jacksonville State University?

Founded in 1883, Jacksonville State University is located in the Appalachian foothills almost midway between Birmingham and Atlanta. The university boasts a number of schools and colleges offering high-quality education in a variety of fields and disciplines.

The total enrollment at Jacksonville State University is around 9,633 students, 8,311 of which are undergraduate students, 1,322 graduate students, and 180 international students representing 61 countries. The university offers part-time and full-time programs to cater to all students with varying schedules and busy lives. 

Jacksonville State University has received a number of rankings and high praise over the years, including the following: 

• Tied for No. 34 among Top Public Schools in the South by US News & World Report (2023)

• Ranked No. 10 in "Best Colleges in Alabama" Out of All Public and Private Colleges and Universities by Intelligent.com (2021)

• Ranked No. 21 in "Most Affordable Master's Degree Programs" by Intelligent.com (2021)

• Ranked No. 7 in the "Best Online Colleges in Alabama" by ValueColleges.com (2020)

• Ranked No. 6 in the "Best Online Colleges in Alabama" by College Consensus (2019)

• Ranked No. 13 in the "Best Colleges and Universities in Alabama" by College Consensus (2019)

• Ranked No. 14 in the "Most Affordable Online Master's Degrees" by OnlineU.org (2019)

• Ranked No. 25 in the "Most Affordable Online Graduate Programs" by GreatValueColleges.com (2019)

• Ranked No. 7 in the "Top Public Universities in Alabama" by Niche.com (2019)

• Named in the "Best Value Schools in Alabama" by OnlineSchoolsCenter.com (2019)

• Ranked No. 15 in the "Most Affordable Bachelor's Degrees in Alabama" by AffordableSchools.net (2019)

• Named in the "Best Southern Universities" by College Choice (2018)

• Ranked No. 8 in the "Best 4-Year Colleges in Alabama" by Schools.com (2018)

Departments and Divisions

Jacksonville State University has 101 academic programs and concentrations, including bachelor's, master's, post-baccalaureate, doctoral, and advanced certificate programs. More than 40 online programs are offered by Jacksonville State as well.

Colleges at Jacksonville State University

• College of Arts and Humanities

• College of Business and Industry

• College of Education and Professional Studies

• College of Health Professions and Wellness

• College of Science and Mathematics

• College of Social and Behavioral Sciences

Fields of Study at Jacksonville State University

Some of the fields of study for graduate and undergraduate programs at the university include the following:

• Accounting

• Applied Electronics Engineering

• Applied Manufacturing Engineering

• Art

• Art History

• Biology

• Business Marketing Education

• Cell and Molecular Biology

• Film

• Finance

• Painting

• Photography

• Political Science

• Management

• Marketing

• Computer Science

• Graphic Design

Facilities and Resources

Jacksonville State University has a wide range of facilities and resources to provide students with throughout their study experience. These resources mainly aim to help students flourish academically, socially, and professionally. Below are some of the most useful resources offered by Jacksonville State!

Libraries

The Houston Cole Library is Jacksonville State University’s 50-year-old institution. This library grants students access to a wide variety of academic resources, books, study materials, research references, and rare collections and manuscripts. The services offered by The Houston Cole Library include the following:

• ALLIES Information

• Circulation

• Course Reserves

• Curbside Deliveries

• Distance Education Services

• Faculty Services

• Group Study Room

• Instruction

• Interlibrary Loan

• JSU Digital Commons Institutional Repository

• Reference Services

Academic Advising and Career Development

Advising at Jacksonville State University, whether it’s academic or career-related, is done according to each student’s major/minor. A dedicated team of advisors helps students excel academically as well as make sure they are ready for the job market after graduation. The office of Academic Advising and Career Development helps students throughout their time at Jacksonville State and until after graduation. 

Tutoring Services

Tutoring services at Jacksonville State University mainly aim to model high-quality, effective academic skills, provide content-specific supplemental instruction, and create a connection to the institution. Jacksonville tutors are passionate individuals who are dedicated to teaching and the learning process. Tutoring is free and available to JSU students in most core courses. 

Athletics and Recreation

JSU competes in 17 sports and is a member of the ASUN Conference. The university’s team is called the Gamecocks. In football, the Gamecocks compete in the NCAA Division I Football Championship Subdivision (FCS). JSU has won six team national championships and two individual national championships, all-time. There are also several available sports and recreation facilities, including fitness, aquatics, youth camps and so much more!

Sports at Jacksonville State University

• Baseball

• Basketball

• Cross Country

• Football

• Golf

• Rifle

• Tennis

• Soccer

• Softball

• Track and Field

• Volleyball

• Beach Volleyball

RMC/JSU Health Center

This is a primary health care facility operated via a joint partnership with Northeast Alabama Regional Medical Center (RMC). It provides outpatient medical services as well as promotes preventive health measures to currently enrolled students, faculty, and staff with no co-pay. The services offered at the health centre include the following: 

• Primary Care

• Urgent Care

• Women’s Health Care

• Men’s Health Care

• Mental Health Screening

• Physicals

• Immunizations

• Allergy Injections

• Medication Management

• Laboratory

• Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) Treatment

• Wellness Check-ups

• Health Fairs

• Radiology Services (off-site)

• Rehab Services (off-site)

• Referrals 

Student Organisations

JSU offers over 120+ student organisations to help students get involved on campus. By getting involved, students will get the chance to enhance their college experience by building relationships, learning new skills, and gaining access to exciting opportunities that will take them beyond the classroom.

Greek Life

Fraternity and Sorority Life at JSU offers students a unique opportunity to form lifelong friendships, engage in community service, excel in academics, and develop their leadership skills. 

Greek Life Organisations at JSU

• Alpha Tau Omega

• Delta Chi

• Kappa Alpha Order

• Kappa Sigma

• Pi Kappa Alpha

• Pi Kappa Phi

• Sigma Nu

• Alpha Kappa Alpha

• Alpha Phi Alpha

• Delta Sigma Theta

Jacksonville State University Student Accommodation

Students can live on campus at a Jacksonville State University student accommodation. On-campus living at any of the university’s Jacksonville student and residence halls provides opportunities for involvement, activities, and knowledge. Besides being close to campus and getting the full study experience, residents at an on-campus housing facility get to use a lot of amenities, including dining services, maintenance, mail services, parking, and events among others.

Nearby Universities

Several universities, colleges, and institutions are located in the area surrounding Jacksonville State University. These Alabama institutions include the University of Alabama, Auburn University, Alabama A&M University, and the University of North Alabama.