Thank you for wanting to know more about the admission process at James Madison University. Whether you are an prospective freshman applicant or a returning JMU student, we have outlined a process for you. There are lots of suggestions within this site that can help make your application as competitive as possible.
The Admissions Committee has no equation or magic combination of grade point average and standardized test scores that ensures your admission to the university. The committee reviews each applicant's qualifications individually, examining a variety of characteristics that indicate academic background and potential for success. Our philosophy is not only to admit qualified students but to graduate successful seniors.
Admission to the university is competitive. We receive applications from students representing over 2,000 different high schools. Because high school programs and grading systems vary widely, the secondary program cannot be rigidly prescribed. However, in general, we expect candidates for admission will have completed college preparatory courses in English, mathematics, natural science, social science and foreign language.
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To request printed information about JMU and our programs, please complete our Information Request Form. You may also contact your regional admissions counselor by clicking here.
If you have additional questions, please see our Frequently Asked Questions page.
