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James Madison University Acceptance Rates & Admissions Statistics

What Does the Admissions Department at James Madison University look for in an applicant?

Review the admissions stats from recent freshman classes to have a better understanding of your chances of being admitted to James Madison University.

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Understanding Admissions Statistics

Reviewing the admissions stats at James Madison University can help you determine your likelihood of acceptance. Take a look at the SAT and ACT scores of previous applicants to help you understand your chances of being accepted. If you find your scores are lower than the average freshman, try retaking the exam to better your score or reviewing colleges looking for scores matching your own.

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Selectivity (Fall 2021): What’s the Acceptance Rate for Students?

Open Admissions No
Selectivity of College Less Selective
Acceptance Rate 86%

Acceptance and Enrollment Stats (Fall 2021)

Applicant Total 21,176
Accepted 18,265
Enrolled 4,762

Applicants: Men - Women  38 to 62
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100%
Accepted: Men - Women  36 to 64
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100%
Enrolled: Men - Women  42 to 58
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100%

Average Test Scores

About 26% of students accepted to JMU submitted their SAT scores. When looking at the 25th through the 75th percentile, SAT Evidence-Based Reading and Writing scores ranged between 580 and 660. Math scores were between 560 and 650.

SAT Reading and Writing Scores for James Madison University  ( 580 to 660 )
200
800
SAT Math Scores for James Madison University  ( 560 to 650 )
200
800

JMU received ACT scores from 5% of accepted students. When looking at the 25th through the 75th percentile, ACT Composite scores ranged between 24 and 29.

ACT Composite Scores for James Madison University  ( 24 to 29 )
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36

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