About us
                                     
                
                
                    
Jacksonville State University is a public university located in Jacksonville, AL it was founded in 1883. It provides a full complement of undergraduate and graduate programs in the six academic colleges: College of Arts, Humanities, and Sciences and College of Business and Industry.
This university is affiliated with the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS) hence has well-developed quality and competency in pedagogy among its learning programs. Building upon its core values of creating a diverse and welcoming environment, JSU remains officially titled “The Friendliest Campus in the South."
Quick Facts of Jacksonville State University
| Attribute | Details | 
| Established | 1883 | 
| Location | Jacksonville, Alabama | 
| Academic Colleges | 6 (e.g., College of Arts, Humanities, and Sciences; College of Business and Industry) | 
| U.S. News Ranking | #55 in Regional Universities South | 
| Accreditation | Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS) | 
| Athletic Affiliation | NCAA Division I, Conference USA | 
| Campus Size | 459 acres | 
| Motto | "The Friendliest Campus in the South" |