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$4,516Tuition
2,211Students
20%Grad Rate (6-yr)
$35,224Earnings
Public2-yearNJCAAStudy AbroadData: 2023-24

Cost Details

In-State Tuition
$4,516
Out-of-State Tuition
$17,716
Average Net Price
$7,343
Students Receiving Financial Aid
40.6%
Room & Board (Off Campus)
$10,886
Books & Supplies
$1,200
Students Taking Federal Loans
0.0%
Pell Grant Recipients
40.6%

Net Price by Family Income

Average annual net price after grants and scholarships. Source: U.S. Department of Education

Net price by family income bracket
Family Income Average Net Price
$0 – $30,000 $7,058
$30,001 – $48,000 $6,869
$48,001 – $75,000 $8,067
$75,001 – $110,000 $10,143

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Cost Overview

Most families at Jackson State pay around $7,000 annually after aid, regardless of income level. Low-income students ($0-30K) pay $7,058, while middle-income families ($30-48K) actually pay slightly less at $6,869. Higher earners see costs rise to $10,143 for families making $75-110K. Over two years, expect total costs between $14,000-20,000.

The school keeps debt burdens manageable with a 0% federal loan rate among students. About one-third of students receive institutional grants averaging $6,724. With graduates earning a median $35,224 ten years out, the investment pays off quickly for career-focused programs. Nearly all students are Tennessee residents taking advantage of in-state rates.

Working-class families get the best financial deal here. The combination of low net prices and strong job placement makes Jackson State particularly attractive for students seeking affordable workforce training without the debt load of four-year schools.

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