James Madison University
- AOverall Grade
- 4 Year
- Harrisonburg, VA
- 2,980 reviews
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At James Madison University, we do it differently. We pride ourselves on an unprecedented academic exploration that is heavy on learning by doing. Our approachable faculty have the gift of engaging students in ways that lead to meaningful intellectual breakthroughs. Our students are challenged and supported. The Madison Experience includes a beautiful campus and surrounding area, vibrant outside-the-classroom experiences and lifelong friendships. There is always something to do here. From professors who care to classmates who are hungry to learn, life at JMU changes our students for the better. Better learning. Better careers. Better lives.
James Madison University Rankings
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Academics
- 83%
- of students agree that professors put a lot of effort into teaching their classes.152 responses
- 44%
- of students agree that it is easy to get the classes they want.195 responses
- 60%
- of students agree that the workload is easy to manage.195 responses
Majors
Community Health Services and Counseling
448 GraduatesCommunications
384 GraduatesLiberal Arts and Humanities
326 GraduatesInformation Science
240 GraduatesNursing
240 GraduatesPsychology
234 GraduatesBiology
195 GraduatesFinance
178 GraduatesMarketing
159 GraduatesHospitality and Tourism Management
155 Graduates
Media Arts and Design Major at JMU
JMU's School of Media Arts and Design (SMAD, as we call it) offers a unique program of study that prepares students for careers in mass media and communications. Concentrations within the major allow students to pursue interests in video production, photography, journalism, interactive design and creative advertising.
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Campus Life
- 56%
- of students say that Greek life is average, and no one will treat you differently if you don't join.249 responses
- 48%
- of students say varsity sports are a big part of campus life.281 responses
After College
- 92%
- of students feel confident they will find a job in their field after graduation.110 responses