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The stunning James Madison University campus includes housing, recreational and academic buildings
James Madison University Student Success Center
Ranked the #2 public university in southern USA: U.S. News & World Report Best Colleges 2015
The 16:1 student to faculty ratio means you get more time with your teachers
More than 19,000 students study at JMU
James Madison University is highly ranked and offers value for money
Graduates can join the active JMU Alumni Association
A truly All-American college experience that offers great value for money
Your studies
JMU has strong academic programs with an emphasis on collaboration, group work, and great teaching. It also provides great value when compared to schools of equal rank.
A selective admissions process means that JMU students are among the best in the world. Classes have a 16:1 student to professor ratio, giving you a more interaction as you study. With over 122 degree programs to choose from, you are sure to find the right path towards your career goals. With a JMU degree, 86% of students are able to find a job within 6 months of graduation.
The university’s business program is frequently ranked as one of the top business schools in the USA. Students who get a business degree from JMU are more than ready for the challenges of a global business career.
Life on campus
JMU students are typically friendly and approachable, and are extremely welcoming to students from overseas. Cheering for the university’s athletic teams (know as the Dukes) is one of many popular social activities, and JMU students “bleed purple” with school spirit. The university also has over 350 student clubs and organizations, which should be more than enough to help you fill your study breaks.
JMU’s lovely campus is located in Harrisonburg, Virginia. It boasts a large 'quad', or common area, as well as a planetarium. The town is surrounded on all sides by wooded mountains where you can hike and explore.
James Madison University will give you a great education and let you make lots of new friends from all over the world. It really is the perfect place to get a well-rounded American college experience.
Come and explore everything James Madison has to offer
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Undergraduate majors
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77
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Graduate programs
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Not available through Study Group
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Academic entry requirements
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Academic entry requirements 2.5 GPA (4.0 scale)
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English Language requirements
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International Year One from equivalent of TOEFL iBT 45 (no official score required)
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Graduate admissions tests
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N/A
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Most popular majors
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- Undergraduate: Business; Management; Marketing; Health Professions; Communications; Journalism
- Graduate: IT; Visual and Performing Arts; Computer Science
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Institution type
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Public University
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Ranking
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- #2 public university (#7 among both public and private universities) in southern USA; #3 most innovative schools in southern USA; #4 best undergraduate teaching in its category: U.S. News & World Report Best Colleges 2018
- #1 Business Schools with the Best ROI (Poets&Quants, 2018)
- Best 382 Colleges in America; Best Southeastern Green Colleges; #5 Best Campus Food in the USA: Princeton Review 2018
- #41 best (top 5%) undergraduate business school in the USA: Bloomberg Businessweek magazine 2016
- #125 America's Top Colleges; #84 America's Best Value Colleges: Forbes.com 2018
- #42 Best Values in Public Colleges in America: Kiplinger Magazine 2017
- #46 Best Colleges: Money 2017-2018
- Top 20 Colleges Most Likely to Pay Off (Money, 2016)
- Top 20% in student engagement of public and private universities (The Wall Street Journal / Times Higher Education, 2016)
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Specialized accreditations
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AACSB, ABET, ACS, APA, NASM, NASAD, National Association of Schools of Dance, National Association of Schools of Theatre, NASP, NCATE, CAATE, Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education, Association of University Health Programs in Health Administration, ARC-PA, CIDA, CACREP, CSWE, Society for Public Health Education, International Association of Counseling Services, NLNAC, American Dietetic Association, American Speech-Language-Hearing Association, Association for IT Professionals
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Average class size
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29
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Student-to-faculty ratio
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16:1
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Student population
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22,664
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International student population
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563
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Countries represented
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66
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Number of alumni
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127,000+
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Location
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Harrisonburg, Virginia
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Campus setting
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Urban - small city
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Campus size
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3 km2
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Nearest big city
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Washington, DC (209 km)
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Student clubs and organizations
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350 including Financial Management Association, Habitat for Humanity and International Student Association
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The crowd supports the University's athletic teams which go by the name "Dukes"
Explore the Shenandoah Valley and beautiful mountain ranges
350+ clubs and societies catering to a wide range of interests
You can get involved in the active arts program
There are many dining options to explore on campus
A Farmers Market is held regularly in Harrisonburg, offering a variety of local produce for you to try
Harrisonburg is known as the cycling capital of the Shenandoah Valley. Ready to get on your bike?
Social life
Student life at JMU centers around the university campus. Impressive in both scale and facilities, the campus is one of the most scenic in the USA, offering mountain views east and west – and it is only 2 hours from Washington, DC.
As a JMU student you can choose from over 350 student clubs and organizations that are ready to welcome you. The large, picturesque campus is home to friendly students from across the USA and around the world. By taking part in clubs, activities and events you will quickly become a part of the University’s strong community.
On campus you can see the stars in the planetarium. Play sports outdoors in the beautiful and historic quad, pack a picnic and study under the willow trees by Newman Lake, and attend critically acclaimed shows at the Forbes Center for Performing Arts. If you're looking for an active university experience, JMU will not disappoint.
Home life
The large, picturesque campus is home to friendly students from across the USA and around the world. You can choose to live on or off campus. Whatever you decide, it is easy to find a safe and comfortable home away from home to suit your needs.
Location
Harrisonburg is located in the Shenandoah Valley and is surrounded by beautiful mountain ranges for you to explore – on foot, by bike or on horseback. The small city of Harrisonburg, Virginia welcomes a wide range of cultures and nationalities and holds an annual International Festival. There are also many parks, shops, a movie theater and a quaint downtown with a range of restaurants.
Find out more about student life and James Madison University and the International Study Center
International Year One
- 2 semester - $23,650
- 3 semester - $33,150
- 4 semester - $40,650 (English for Academic Purposes + International Year 3-Semester.)
Room and board (per semester)
Undergraduate Direct Entry (per year)
- US university fees are given in United States Dollars (USD). Canadian university fees are given in Canadian Dollars (CAD).
- Prices are estimated and subject to change without notice.
- For details on all University fees and approximate costs of getting a North American degree, please contact a Student Enrolment Advisor.