- 4 Year
- HARRISONBURG, VA
James Madison University
- grade AOverall Grade
- 4 Year
- HARRISONBURG, VA
- Rating 3.81 out of 5 3,016 reviews
COVID-19 Update for Prospective Students and Families:
In this time of uncertainty, we are more committed than ever to helping you find your way. The university is open and operating with health and safety guidelines in place. We are offering virtual information sessions along with on-campus sessions and guided tours. Learn More
Report Card
- Academicsgrade B+
- Valuegrade A+
- Diversitygrade B+
- Campusgrade A+
- Athleticsgrade A+
- Party Scenegrade A+
- Professorsgrade A minus
- Locationgrade B+
- Dormsgrade A minus
- Campus Foodgrade A+
- Student Lifegrade A+
- Safetygrade B
About
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.
Upcoming Events
Upcoming Events
Academic Open House
Harrisonburg, Virginia
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We invite you to come to an Academic Open House for a first-hand look at what makes the Madison Experience so special. Build your own schedule around your interests and get to know campus. Spend the day with Admissions counselors, professors, tour guides and students.
Virtual Academic Open House
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Join us for a virtual open house! Student panels, live chats with professors and academic information sessions are just some of what we have planed to help you learn more about JMU and the Madison Experience.
Academic Open House
Harrisonburg, Virginia
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We invite you to come to an Academic Open House for a first-hand look at what makes the Madison Experience so special. Build your own schedule around your interests and get to know campus. Spend the day with Admissions counselors, professors, tour guides and students.
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. 197 responses
- 60%
- of students agree that the workload is easy to manage. 197 responses
Majors
Most Popular Majors
- Community Health Services and Counseling467 Graduates
- Communications415 Graduates
- Liberal Arts and Humanities334 Graduates
- Information Science237 Graduates
- Nursing228 Graduates
- Psychology228 Graduates
- Biology173 Graduates
- Finance171 Graduates
- Marketing168 Graduates
- Business146 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. 251 responses
- 48%
- of students say varsity sports are a big part of campus life. 283 responses
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After College
- 92%
- of students feel confident they will find a job in their field after graduation. 110 responses