James Madison University is a public research university in Harrisonburg, Virginia. Founded in 1908 as the State Normal and Industrial School for Women at Harrisonburg, the institution was renamed Madison College in 1938 in honor of President James Madison and then James Madison University in 1977. The university is situated in the Shenandoah Valley, just west of Massanutten Mountain.
Source: WikipediaWhat does this school look for?
Annual Applications
23,922
Acceptance
80%
Graduation Rate
82%
Median SAT Score
1205
Median ACT Score
25
How much does it cost to attend?
Tuition (in-state)
$7,250
Fees (in-state)
$5,080
Averages for 10 years after enrolling
Avg Earnings
$63,300
Employed
94%
What's it like to attend this school?
Full time on-campus stats
Student Body
21K
Under-Grads
20K
Graduates
2K
Where will you be attending?
Location
800 South Main Street, Harrisonburg VA 22807
On Campus Crime Rates
Property Crime
6 per 100K
Violent Crime
0 per 100K
City Crime Rates
Property Crime
21 per 100K
Violent Crime
2 per 100K
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Who are James Madison University's Most influential alumni?
James Madison University 's most influential alumni faculty include professors and professionals in the fields of Criminal Justice, Mathematics, and Communications
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