Transcript Jackson Statex

By: Cresseda James
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Jackson State University
1400 John R. Lynch Street
Administration Tower
Jackson, MS
39217-0280
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Jackson State University was Founded in
1877.
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It had seven name changes over the years.
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It was founded as Natchez Seminary in 1877 by
the American Baptist Home mission Society
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The school was first established in Natchez,
MS, for the moral, religious and intellectual
improvement of Christian leaders of the
colored people of Mississippi and the
neighboring states.
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In November 1882 the school was moved to
Jackson, MS
In March 1899 the name was then changed
to Jackson College.
The curriculum was expanded to include a
graduate program and bachelor’s programs
in the arts and sciences.
The name was again changed to Jackson
State College in 1956.
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The University produces technologicallyadvanced, diverse, ethical, global leaders
who think critically, address societal
problems and compete effectively.
Tuition- $333.00/per credit hour
 Meals all access 7 days +50 Tiger Bucks$1,337.00
 Designated Fees:
 Add/Drop fee- $25
 Testing fee $15
 Mail Box Rental- $38
 Transcript- $7.50
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Caller ID fee- $21
Graduate Admissions Fee- $25
Theses Fee- $75
Cap and Gown Fee- $30
Parking Decal- $40
Dissertation Fee- $100
Photo I.D.- $25
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Men- baseball, basketball, football, golf,
indoor and outdoor track, tennis and cross
country
It’s the same for women except its softball
and volleyball and dance
GO JSU TIGERS!