Admission to the University

Application Procedures

To apply for admission to Jacksonville State University, students must first complete an online application at www.jsu.edu/apply. Applicants must select their appropriate student type (detailed below) and send all required documents of their application to the Office of Undergraduate Admissions. JSU charges an application fee, unless they have an active promo code, are returning applicants, JSU dual enrollment applicants, JSU concurrent enrollment applicants, or applying through an approved partner/agent (See Application Fee Waiver section below for details of exemptions).

Official documents must be submitted directly to Jacksonville State University by the issuing high school, college, or testing agency. Document submissions through the Alabama Direct Admission Initiative are also accepted. Decisions regarding admissibility to the university will be made in a timely manner upon receipt of all necessary documents. Admission decisions are assigned only for the term a student applies. Students who have been admitted to JSU but do not enroll are required to submit an updated admissions application and meet the admission requirements for the updated term and student type. It is highly recommended that students apply at least three months prior to the term in which they plan to enroll. 

JSU offers some academic programs that have additional assessment requirements beyond those listed below for admission to the university. Acceptance to JSU does not constitute assessment by any of these programs. Students who desire to study in academic programs that have additional requirements should refer to the catalog for more information.

Sections I-VII address domestic students who are citizens of the United States. Section VIII addresses international students and eligible immigrants who are not citizens of the United States. 

I. Freshman Student Admission

First-time freshman students are defined as those who have never attended a regionally or nationally accredited college/university after high school or only attended JSU as a transient/non-degree student

First-time freshman student applications may be submitted after completion of the junior year of high school. It is recommended that first-time freshmen apply for admission before graduating from high school. Students who seek admission as first-time freshmen to the university must satisfy all requirements for admission, as follows:

A. Minimum high school GPA and graduation with a valid and acceptable diploma type - Prior to graduation, an official high school transcript is required indicating the GPA of work completed through at least the junior year of high school. To be offered provisional admission before high school graduation, applicants should have a cumulative high school grade point average of 2.00 on a 4.00 scale (75/100). Upon graduation, an official high school transcript showing the date of graduation and type of diploma received is required. (JSU Policy No. III:19 High School Diploma Validation Policy)

1. Transcripts must be sent from the accredited high school by mail, email, or electronic service and include a cumulative grade point average. Mailed transcripts should be in an envelope sealed by the school, and emailed transcripts should indicate the sending address is sent from a school official. Schools who are unable to provide a cumulative grade point average will need to send justification to the Office of Undergraduate Admissions who will review and consider manually calculating an unweighted cumulative grade point average using the high school-level grades listed on the official transcript. Guidance for documents for homeschooled students varies by state.

2. Students who have enrolled at other post-secondary institutions, including as dual enrollment students, must request the credit-awarding institution to send a transcript indicating the credit is not conditional or pending following the completion of coursework or high school graduation. If dual enrollment work at a prior institution is documented for a student, a hold will be placed on the student account if the transcript is not received before registration for the second semester at Jax State.

3. Prospective students who did not graduate from high school may apply for admission if they have passed the high school level General Education Development (GED) test and present an official score report of their test results. The score report should be sent to JSU directly from the testing agency or should be placed in a sealed envelope from the testing agency and presented unopened to the Office of Undergraduate Admissions. First-time freshmen who passed the GED in lieu of high school graduation will be considered for conditional admission, and the GPA of record will be a 2.0, the minimum for university admission.

4. Provisional admission is granted to students prior to their graduation from high school. Students may not continue beyond their first term of attendance without verification of high school graduation from an official transcript.

B. Standardized Test Scores (ACT/SAT)

1. Undergraduate Admissions Test Waiver: Until further notice, JSU is waiving the ACT/SAT test score requirement outlined in Section I, B, 2. for domestic admission. Students will be admitted based on their high school Grade Point Average in lieu of ACT/SAT test score submission. The admissions test waiver does not waive placement exam requirements for incoming students. Students are encouraged to submit an official test score for potential scholarship increases and consideration for admission in certain programs. While the test requirement is waived, any ACT or SAT score submitted will not negatively impact domestic students’ admission or scholarship offer. The ACT and SAT will be considered for international admission only if it is submitted to satisfy English proficiency requirements. Admission status will be determined by high school GPA on a 4.00 scale as follows:

3.00+ = Unconditional admission
2.00 to 2.99 = Conditional admission*

*Conditionally Admitted students may be required to successfully complete/participate in one or more of the following in their first year: student success courses, success coaching, and/or tutoring or academic support.

2. (Currently waived): First-time freshmen are required to submit official ACT or SAT scores. JSU does not combine ACT test scores to create a Superscore but will accept Superscore calculations made by the testing agency. The ACT writing score is not utilized for admission purposes but may be utilized as requirements in admission to specific programs. Students who take the Enhanced ACT with the optional Science section will not have that section considered for admission or scholarships. Only the Composite or Superscore calculated and provided on the score report by ACT will be considered. ACT/SAT scores that are over eight (8) years old will not be considered for admission or scholarship purposes. JSU reserves the right to remove test scores from a student record if ACT or the CollegeBoard sends a test score cancellation notice.  First-time freshmen who apply for admission but have not attended high school or a secondary education institution in eight (8) or more years or are at least 25 years of age must submit proof of high school graduation or the equivalent, but are exempt from the grade point average and ACT/SAT requirement listed below:

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See I.A. for High School Grade Point Average policy.

C. Regardless of the number of credit hours earned while in high school, former dual enrollment students who have not attended JSU after high school graduation retain their First-Time Freshman status for admission and scholarship purposes unless they otherwise meet the definition of a First-Time Transfer student. Students who have earned dual enrollment credit at JSU can submit a readmission application to be considered for first-time freshman admission. Dual enrollment students who do not reapply for admission to JSU after high school completion will have a registration hold placed on their student account.

D. The Office of Admissions will consider the appeals of applicants who are denied admission to the university due to not meeting the academic admission requirements. (See Appeals)

E. For policies specific to international freshmen, see Section VIII, A.

II.  Transfer Student Admission

First-time transfer students are defined as those who have never attended JSU following graduation from high school but have attended another regionally or nationally accredited college/university OR have attended another regionally or nationally accredited college/university and only attended JSU as a concurrent enrollment or non-degree/transient student

Students who seek to transfer to the university after attending another regionally or nationally accredited college or university must satisfy all requirements for transfer admission as follows:

• Application for admission
• Minimum cumulative grade point average of 2.00 as calculated by JSU
• 24 transferable credit hours (calculated by JSU)
• Eligible to re-enter all institutions previously attended

A. The university reserves the right to accept or deny coursework presented for transfer. Jacksonville State University will evaluate coursework successfully completed at other colleges and universities recognized by the Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges, Western Association of Schools and Colleges, Higher Learning Commission, Middle States Commission on Higher Education, New England Commission of Higher Education, Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities, Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges, and WASC Senior College and University Commission. College level coursework completed at other US Department of Education nationally accredited colleges/universities which are not listed above may also be considered for transfer credit on a case-by-case basis. Credit for any course or part of a course will not be granted twice. Courses not having equivalents at JSU may be accepted as an elective. The transfer credit decision will be made on a course-by-course basis by the Registrar’s Office during the credit evaluation process. For additional information, such as appeals of transfer credit, students may contact the Registrar’s Office. Grades earned with a “D” or higher from other institutions will be used in calculating the transfer grade point average. Students transferring coursework are advised that program GPA requirements will be based on institutional GPA requirements as well as resident requirements when considering assessment into or retention in certain programs, major and minor requirements, and graduation requirements. Courses with grades of “D” will be accepted except for certain JSU courses listed in the catalog with a grade mode of NC (no credit). However, a course in which a “D” grade has been earned is not creditable toward the major and/or minor requirements and may not be creditable toward some specific program requirements. If transfer courses are repeated at the transfer institutions, only the highest grade will be initially evaluated. Additionally, “I,” “F,” “W,” “WP” and “WF” grades in courses will not transfer. Any transfer course evaluated after the initial evaluation, in which that course has been repeated, will transfer but will not be included in the transfer GPA or hours earned. Once the final transcript has been received, the transfer GPA will be recalculated and must meet the required minimum for admission. Students academically ineligible to return to any previously-attended institution may not be admitted to JSU.

B. All degree-seeking students are required to present one official transcript or letter of non-attendance from each institution which is self-reported on their application, noted on official transcripts, or indicated by the National Student Clearinghouse. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure transcripts are sent to JSU. All transcripts must be sent to JSU directly from the institution. JSU accepts transcripts sent electronically through sending networks or email, by mail, or in an envelope sealed by the institution.

C. If fewer than 24 transferable hours are accepted, based on hours calculated by JSU, students must also fulfill all requirements listed under the First Time Freshman Admission section (unless the applicant has an associate’s degree from an accredited institution).

D. Students who earned dual enrollment credits at JSU and are transferring from another institution will have their JSU dual enrollment credit hours calculated in their admissions decision.

E. Students under academic probation at other accredited institutions are admissible to JSU, provided they are eligible to return to that institution. Students academically ineligible to return to previous institutions attended may not be admitted to JSU. They may, however, appeal to the Undergraduate Admission Appeals Committee for consideration of their individual situation.

F. Alabama Transfers: the Alabama Articulation and General Studies Committee/Statewide Transfer and Articulation Reporting System is part of a system created by Alabama legislation designed to help a student transfer from one institution to another. This system is a course-by-course display of Alabama two-year and four-year institutions to assist students with questions pertaining to credit hour and course transfer. Applicants can review the Alabama Transfers guide at www.jsu.edu/stars/.  Students may transfer from a two-year college at any time. Note: Although an unlimited number of hours are acceptable from a two-year college, students must earn a minimum of 60-64 semester hours, depending on major, from a four-year college or university, 32 of which must be earned from JSU.

G. The Office of Admissions will consider the appeals of applicants who are denied admission to the university due to not meeting the admission requirements. (See Appeals)

H. For policies related to international transfer student admission, see Section VIII, B.

III. Continuing Students

Continuing, or returning, students are defined as those who have attended JSU under a degree-seeking student type following high school graduation. Students who have not attended in two major terms (inactive status) or are pursuing a second bachelor's will be required to reapply for admission. 

Students who seek to return to the university and have attended elsewhere since attending JSU must satisfy all requirements for admission, as follows:

• Apply for readmission
• Submit transcripts from each institution that have not been previously evaluated by JSU, including those that are self-reported on the application, noted on official transcripts, or indicated by the National Student Clearinghouse
• Minimum cumulative institutional and/or transfer grade point average of 2.00 (Calculated by JSU)
• Academically eligible to re-enter any institutions previously attended

Former students who plan on returning to JSU after attending other institutions must meet the transferable GPA admission requirements established for transfer students. After all required documents have been received, the returning student will be notified of their eligibility to continue taking courses at JSU. The university reserves the right to accept or deny coursework presented for transfer from returning students. All coursework from nationally and regionally accredited institutions will be accepted as fair equivalent courses at JSU provided JSU has an equivalent course at the appropriate level. See II.A. for transfer credit policies.

IV. Transient Students (students concurrently enrolled at another college/university)

Transient students will not be considered degree-seeking students at JSU but rather taking courses to transfer to the insti­tution where the degree is being pursued. Transient students planning to transfer JSU credits to another institution should consult the appropriate dean or registrar at that institution to determine the appropriate coursework.  Should a transient student wish to continue taking courses as a transient student in future terms, a new transient letter will be required in each future term in which the student wishes to enroll.  Please note that transient students are not eligible for Title IV funds. For more information, please contact the Financial Aid Office.

Students who seek admission to the university as a transient student must satisfy all requirements for admission, as follows:

• Application for admission
• Official transient letter
• Eligible to re-enter the institution last attended.

For international transient student requirements, see section VIII, D.

V. Non-Degree-Seeking Students (students enrolled in courses outside of a degree plan)

Non-degree students are those taking courses for personal enrichment, professional development, or outside of a degree plan. Non-degree seeking students are not eligible for Title IV funds. For more information, please contact the Financial Aid Office. Students who seek admission to the university as a non-degree-seeking student must satisfy all requirements for admission, as follows:

• Application for admission
• Official transcript, transient letter, or letter of good standing from the current or previous college or university OR final high school transcript demonstrating high school graduation if the student never attended a college/university 
• Eligible to re-enter the institution last attended

For international non-degree seeking student requirements, see section VIII, C.

VI. Transfer Prep (Concurrent Enrollment) Students

Transfer Prep (concurrent enrollment) students can earn JSU credit while simultaneously attending a community college. Transfer prep students will not be considered degree-seeking students at JSU but rather taking courses for JSU credit while enrolled at a community college. Transfer Prep students may only take course(s) allowable of the Transfer Prep student type and their academic program and may not earn more JSU credits than allowable by their Transfer Prep program. Transfer prep students are not eligible to receive Title IV funds from JSU but can request funding from their home institution to cover their JSU course(s) in some instances. For more information, students should contact the Financial Aid Office of their home institution.

Students who seek admission to the university as a Transfer Prep student must satisfy all requirements for admission, as follows:

• Completed Transfer Prep admission application
• Official transcript from current community college documenting necessary coursework
• Must be enrolled at a community college and in good standing
• Must meet course-specific, and in some cases, program-specific requirements for their intended Transfer Prep program

Ultimately, admissions decisions for Transfer Prep students are at the discretion of the Senior Lead Advisor for the applicable academic college. Senior Lead Advisors may consider factors such as overall degree progress, eligibility for admission to professional programs, and successful completion of past coursework in their evaluation of admissibility.

International Transfer Prep students must also meet standard requirements for international student admission and immigration regulatory requirements.

VII. Dual Enrollment Admission

Dual Enrollment allows high school students the opportunity to earn credit simultaneously for high school and college. Students who seek admission as Dual Enrollment students must satisfy all requirements for admission as follows:

• Complete the Dual Enrollment admission application
• Must have earned at least a 3.0 or better high school grade point average on a 4.0 scale. High school administrator appeals will be considered for students who do not meet the minimum GPA requirement.
• Must have completed the ninth grade before enrolling as a Dual Enrollment student.
• Must have written authorization from a school administrator (counselor/principal/superintendent) through an official High School Authorization Form.
• Students applying for dual enrollment who are present in the United States but are not US citizens must also demonstrate lawful presence in the country in an immigrant or non-immigrant category that is eligible for university study.
• Dual Enrollment credit for high school units may be granted by the school system. High school units may be earned in addition to college credits with the permission of the superintendent.
• Dual Enrollment students wishing to take summer term university courses must seek additional approval from the JSU Coordinator of Dual Enrollment Academics.
• Dual Enrollment students must be concurrently enrolled in high school and are subject to all rules and regulations of the university as well as its rights and privileges.
• To maintain program eligibility, a student must earn a "C" or better in all attempted university coursework and maintain a 2.50 grade point average in all JSU coursework.
• A student who earns less than a "C" in a JSU Dual Enrollment course will be placed on Dual Enrollment probation for one full spring or fall term and must re-apply for admission to the Dual Enrollment program. Dual Enrollment probation does not extend beyond high school completion. Probation for Dual Enrollment students means that no additional courses may be taken until the student has completed the probationary period or graduated from high school.
• A student whose overall JSU grade point average falls below 2.50 may take only one JSU course per fall and spring semester, and no summer courses, until the overall JSU grade point average reaches at least a 2.50.
• JSU reserves the right to revoke admission to the university or continuation in the Dual Enrollment program based on a recommendation by a school administrator.

VIII. International Student Admission

International students are broadly defined as those who are not citizens of the United States. Documentation and requirements may vary if permanent residency, asylum, or refugee status has been granted. Required documents may also vary if all secondary and/or post-secondary work has been completed in the United States. The definition of each student type can be found in Sections I-VII. 

A.  International Freshman Admission

1. Completed admission application

2. Proof of English proficiency with minimum score on one approved exam (see below), unless from an exempted country. Below are approved English proficiency exam providers. The chosen test must have been taken within the last two years and be sent to the university from the test agency. ACT and SAT scores are subject to the validity time range outlined in Section I, B. 

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Exempted Countries: Anguilla, Antigua and Barbuda, Australia, Bahamas, Barbados, Belize, Bermuda, Botswana, British Virgin Islands, Canada (except Quebec), Cayman Islands, Dominica, Fiji, Gambia, Ghana, Grenada, Guyana, Ireland, Jamaica, Kenya, Kiribati, Liberia, Malawi, Marshall Islands, Montserrat, Micronesia, Namibia, Nigeria, New Zealand, Sierra Leone, Solomon Islands, South Africa, St. Helena, St. Kitts and Nevis, St. Lucia, St. Vincent and the Grenadines, Tanzania, Trinidad and Tobago, Uganda, United Kingdom, US Virgin Islands, Zambia, and Zimbabwe.

3. Proof of higher secondary school graduation (varies by country) and a cumulative 2.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale. A list of credentials by country can be found at this link. In general, the credential provided should be the same credential required for university entry in the country where secondary school work was completed. For provisional admission, applicants may upload unofficial documents to their application portal. Documents uploaded by the student are considered unofficial unless they can be verified through official online databases by the Admissions Office (e.g., exam results). All documents, both official and unofficial, must be submitted in English. Unofficial documents may grant provisional admission, but official documents will be required prior to enrollment in the second term. Students who fail to provide official documents to the Admissions Office prior to registration opening for the next semester will have a hold placed on their student account. JSU reserves the right to require official documents in the application stage should the documents appear unoriginal. The following documents are considered official:

• Documents submitted directly to the Office of Admissions by the issuing school, college, university, or exam board in English.
• Exam scores submitted by the student that can be corroborated online by the Office of Admissions.
• Original paper documents turned into the Office of Admissions in English.
  • ​If original paper or electronic documents are not in English, they must be translated by a NACES member translation service.
  • If a cumulative GPA is not provided, it may be calculated by JSU on an unweighted scale. If the GPA is provided by a NACES-member agency, this will be the GPA of record and GPA will not be re-calculated.
  • To avoid holds related to unofficial documents, it is recommended that students submit official copies, evaluations, or translations in the admission process.

4. Copy of valid passport

5. Financial Statement stating required balance. This will be used only for I-20/DS-2019 issuance purposes. An I-20 is only issued after a student’s admittance to the university and once the international enrollment deposit is paid by the student.

B.  International Transfer Admission

1. Completed admission application

2. Official transcripts of domestic post-secondary coursework.  International transfer students are required to present one official transcript or letter of non-attendance from each institution which is self-reported on their application, noted on official transcripts, or indicated by the National Student Clearinghouse. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure transcripts are sent to JSU. All transcripts must be sent to JSU directly from the institution. JSU accepts transcripts sent electronically through sending networks or email, by mail, or in an envelope sealed by the institution.

3. Official transcripts of international post-secondary coursework (if applicable). If post-secondary coursework was completed internationally, official transcripts and course-by-course evaluations by a NACES member agency are also required.

4. Copy of valid passport

5. Financial Statement stating required balance. This will be used only for I-20/DS-2019 issuance purposes. An I-20 is only issued after a student’s admittance to the university and once the international enrollment deposit is paid by the student.

6. Proof of English proficiency with minimum score on one approved exam (see Section VIII, A, 2), unless from an exempted country. The chosen test must have been taken within the last two years and be sent to the university from the test agency. Those students who have earned 24 transferable hours from regionally accredited institution(s) may request to have the English proficiency requirement waived by contacting intladmissions@jsu.edu.

7. If the student is attending another college/university on a F1/J1 Visa, the “International Student Transfer Form” must be submitted.

8. If fewer than 24 transferable hours have been earned, the student must also meet international freshman requirements.

C. International Non-Degree Seeking Admission

1. Completed admission application

2. If currently or previously enrolled domestically or internationally at a college or university, one of the following: official transcript, official letter of good standing, or transient letter. If never enrolled at a post-secondary institution, proof of high school graduation as outlined in Section VIII, A, 3.

3. Copy of valid passport

4. Financial Statement stating required balance. This will be used only for I-20/DS-2019 issuance purposes. An I-20 is only issued after a student’s admittance to the university and once the international enrollment deposit is paid by the student.

5. Proof of English proficiency, unless from an exempted country, as outlined in Section VIII, A, 2. The chosen test must have been taken within the last two years and be sent to the university from the test agency. Jacksonville State partners with international colleges and universities to promote exchange between institutions. International students who are participating in these exchange partnership programs may have the English proficiency requirement waived if nominated by the exchange partner.

D. International Transient Admission: International students are considered transient instead of non-degree seeking only if they are attending a domestic, regionally or nationally accredited postsecondary institution. The requirements for admission are as follows:

1. Application for admission

2. Official transient letter, sent directly from the domestic institution

3. Proof of English proficiency, unless from an exempted country, as outlined in Section VIII, A, 2. 

4. Proof of eligible lawful presence in a valid immigrant or non-immigrant category that is eligible for university study.

5. Copy of valid passport 

E. The application for admission to JSU will not be complete without the documents listed above and the non-refundable application fee. Students applying with an approved JSU recruitment agent will be able to apply without the application fee, so long as the agency is properly connected to the application. Applications and all related materials must be received by the deadlines:

• June 1- fall semester
• November 1 – spring semester

Prospective international undergraduate students who are denied admission to the University may make an appeal to the Undergraduate Admission Appeals Committee.

Eligible Immigrants for Domestic Student Admission

JSU may consider for admission non-citizens of the United States who are unable to meet international admissions requirements in cases where there is documentation of eligible lawful presence in the United States.

Applicants may demonstrate eligibility through official documents that verify that they meet the required criteria. Applicants are subject to a formal review and may be subject to meet additional admissions requirements, such as English proficiency if secondary school was completed outside the United States and the student is from a country not exempt from this requirement. 

Falsification of Admissions Documents

I. Identity Verification: To protect the institution, the Office of Admissions may require additional verification of identity during the application process, post-admission, or post-enrollment. Efforts to verify identity may include, but are not limited to, submission of identity documents with corroborating photo, virtual meeting, or in-person presentation of documents. The method of identity verification may vary by student and is solely at the discretion of the Admissions Office and Jacksonville State University. Applicants or admitted students whose identity is unable to be verified may be denied admission and/or have access to University systems revoked. When fraudulent activity is confirmed, the corresponding application will be withdrawn and not re-considered for admission or appeal.

II. Fraudulent documents or falsified answers: At the point of application, applicants certify that their answers are true and correct. If falsified information is identified on the admissions application, the application may be withdrawn and may not be re-considered for admission. If falsified or modified documents, including but not limited to, transcripts, test scores, or identity verification materials, are identified during or after the admission process, the application will be withdrawn and will not be re-considered for admission. Those admitted prior to the identification of falsified information will have their admission revoked and access to University accounts suspended.

Nondiscrimination

Jacksonville State University has filed with the Federal Government an Assurance of Compliance with all requirements imposed by or pursuant to Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and the Regulation issued thereunder, to the end that no person in the United States shall, on the ground of age, religion, race, color, sex, disability, veteran’s status, or national origin, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be otherwise subjected to discrimination under any program or activity sponsored by this institution. Under this Assurance, this institution is committed not to discriminate against any person on the ground of age, religion, race, color, sex, disability, veteran’s status, or national origin in its admission policies and practices or any other policies and practices of the institution relating to the treatment of students and other individuals, including the provision of services, financial aid and other benefits, and including the use of any building, structure, room, space, material, equipment, facility or other property. Any person who believes himself/herself, or any specific class of individuals, to be subjected to discrimination prohibited by Title VI or the Act and Regulation issued thereunder may, by himself/herself or a representative, file a written complaint with the United States Commissioner of Education or with this institution, or both.

Self-Disclosure of Disciplinary History

JSU will consider applicants for admission who disclose disciplinary history on their application. The Office of Community Standards will review documentation provided by the applicant and make a recommendation for an admissions decision. The Office of Admissions will apply the recommended admissions decision which supersedes any other requirements for an admissions decision. Should a student wish to appeal their admissions decision based on their disclosed disciplinary history, they may consult the Vice President for Student Affairs. All undergraduate applicants must respond to detailed disciplinary history questions. Answering the affirmative does not disqualify any applicant. Any applicant answering in the affirmative will be given the opportunity to explain the circumstances and what the applicant learned from the experience. Students must disclose any of the following: 

• Pending disciplinary action (including, but not limited to, probation, removal, or suspension) from any high school or any institution of higher learning
• Have you ever been charged with or are you currently charged with, or have you ever pled guilty to, pled no contest to (nolo contendere), or been convicted of a felony?
• Have you been found responsible or found at fault in any proceeding or action (including disciplinary, criminal, or civil action) for an act involving sexual assault, sexual misconduct, dating violence, domestic violence, stalking, sexual exploitation, or aggravated assault? 
• At the time of my admission to Jacksonville State University, I agree to abide by applicable Title IX regulations and Jax State's Sex-based Harassment and Misconduct Policy, Jax State’s Code of Student Conduct. I understand that violating any applicable Title IX regulations or Jax State’s policies could result in my admission to Jax State being revoked.  
• I certify that all the information provided on my application is true, correct, and complete. I understand that withholding information requested in this application or giving false information may make me ineligible for admission to or continuation at Jacksonville State University. I understand that once my application has been submitted, it may not be altered in any way. 

Should a student answer falsely, inaccurately, or fail to disclose information to disciplinary and certification questions on the application, they will be subject to having their admission to the university revoked. The Office of Community Standards requires students who answer in the affirmative to complete a student conduct certification form prior to being assessed for an admissions decision. This form allows for a release of disciplinary records. Students must be academically eligible to return to any institution of higher learning they have attended to be admissible. 

Application Fee Waiver

JSU will accept requests from applicants who have a financial need to waive the admissions application fee (domestic students only). Requests for first time freshman applicants include ACT/CollegeBoard fee waivers, NACAC fee waivers, and letters/emails from a high school administrator or counselor that addresses the financial need. JSU also waives fees of any student applying from a Title I school. Requests for First Time Transfer applicants include documentation of Pell-eligible Student Aid Index (SAI). More information can be found at https://studentaid.gov/understand-aid/types/grants/pell. Applicants may indicate they will be requesting a fee waiver when applying. Supporting documentation will be required to waive the fee.

Residency

Students who have resided in the State of Alabama or approved Georgia counties (Bartow, Carroll, Chattooga, Coweta, Douglas, Floyd, Haralson, Heard, Paulding or Polk) for more than 12 months must certify their present intent to maintain substantial connections with the state of Alabama on their application.  Students who do not complete this certification on their application, or who list a permanent address other than Alabama or one of the ten Georgia counties, will be considered as out-of-state residents.   Students who indicate their citizenship status as Permanent Resident will have their residence classified as "International Out-of-State."  Students who are not classified as in-state residents will be charged at the out-of-state rate.  The Office of the Registrar will consider in-state tuition waivers and residency change requests prior to the start of each term. 

Admissions Appeals

Any student who does not initially meet admission requirements (due to not meeting the minimum ACT/SAT score requirement (currently waived), the minimum high school grade point average requirement, the minimum college/university grade point average requirement or academic suspension from a prior institution) and is denied admission to the university may appeal their admissions decision to the Undergraduate Admission Appeals Committee. The Undergraduate Admission Appeals Committee is a standing committee whose members are appointed by the President of the University. To appeal an admissions decision, the student should submit an Admissions Appeal Form explaining any extenuating circumstance(s) and why an exception to admission requirements should be granted. First-Time Freshmen should provide two (2) official letters of recommendation from a high school teacher for which they have taken core classes (English, History, Math, Science) that reference the student applicant’s academic ability and preparedness. First Time Transfer students should provide one (1) official letter of recommendation from a former teacher (high school or college), school administrator, or employer that references the student applicant’s academic ability and preparedness. The institution reserves the right to reject by action of the Office of Admissions the application of any individual whose characteristics or actions are considered detrimental to the institution. A student who is denied admission to the university by the Undergraduate Admission Appeals Committee may send their appeal to the Vice President for Enrollment Management. A student whose appeal is denied by the Vice President for Enrollment Management has the right to appeal to the president of the university whose decision is final. 

Any student who has earned JSU credit at any level and does not meet standard admissions requirements will be automatically reviewed by either the Undergraduate Admissions Appeals Committee or the Academic Reinstatement Committee for admission. 

Immunization Requirements 

All students admitted to JSU for the first time must meet the JSU Immunization Requirements and submit proof of immunization through the Medicat Immunization Portal.

• MMR - Measles, Mumps, Rubella - Students born after 1956 -2 doses of MMR at least 28 days apart after 12 months of age OR a copy of a lab report showing proof of immunity from measles (rubeola), mumps, and rubella can be submitted in lieu of the vaccine
• VARICELLA - (Chickenpox/Shingles) - Students born after 1979- 2 doses of Varicella vaccine at least 28 days apart OR healthcare provider documented history with the date of the disease OR (or documented history of chicken pox by provider)
• HEPATITIS B - Three doses are required for all students or a blood test showing immunity. All students will be required to have all three doses of the hepatitis B vaccine as outlined in the following schedule. The second dose should be at least 28 days after the first dose and the third dose at least 16 weeks after first dose and at least 8 weeks after the second dose. If there is no time to complete a series before enrollment, an appointment may be made at the Student Health Center when the next dose of vaccine is due.
• TUBERCULOSIS SCREENING: ​Students who are screened and found to have a positive screening test will not be permitted to attend classes until follow-up testing determines there is no active Tuberculosis disease. All TB testing must be performed in the United States.

Medicat is connected to Alabama Shots Immunizations Registry.  It is recommended that students check to see if their immunization information is already on file before entering dates and uploading documentation of immunization record via the “upload” tab.

Medicat’s medical records system also enables students to electronically request their immunization records if they received vaccines in another state utilizing the Verivax icon on the Medicat Patient Portal (service is not available for AK, HI, NC, NH, ME, VT, or DC currently).  International students or students from one of the states listed above, please use the manual process outlined on the portal to submit required vaccines.

If there are any immunizations required that are not “complete”, students will need to upload for verification via the “upload” tab.

Students can access the Medicat Immunization Portal to complete the above requirements by following the steps below:

• Log into your MyJaxState
• Select the Student
• Select Medicat Immunization Portal

Immunization Exemption Request Form

If you wish to request an exemption for religious, philosophical, or medical grounds or if your classes are fully online and you will not be on campus, you will find the Immunization Exemption Request Form under “Forms”. Please note, the Student Health Center advises all adults to be properly immunized.

Students that have not completed the immunization requirements by the first day of class may be prohibited from registering for classes the following semester.

Orientation

First-time freshman students under the age of 25 must attend an orientation session prior to the semester they wish to attend. The orientation/advisement session includes a brief introduction to campus life, academic advisement, schedule preparation, and registration. Following registration, students can obtain an I.D. card and automobile registration. Questions regarding orientation should be directed to the Office of First and Second Year Experience at gamecockorientation@jsu.edu.