Welcome to your new neighborhood! It's all here. Get ready to be surprised. Nestled in the heart of Virginia's picturesque Shenandoah Valley, our campus is a place where beauty and peace meet. Come see for yourself.

#7

of 1,396 Best College Campuses in America

—Niche.com, 2023


About Harrisonburg

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Located just two hours from Washington, D.C., the city of Harrisonburg, Virginia blossoms in the heart of the Shenandoah Valley. The Friendly City provides a variety of things to see and places to eat. And it doesn’t hurt to end each day with a stunning sunset grazing across the Blue Ridge Mountains. This college town is situated in one of the country’s richest areas for recreation and adventure. Welcome to your new backyard.

 



2

hours from Washington, D.C. and Richmond, Virginia


20

minutes from the nearest airport (SHD)


25

miles from Shenandoah National Park


 

Begin your JMU journey

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