Verified College DataA Doctoral University (which undergraduates attend) with high research activityNCAA Division I

James Madison University

Harrisonburg, VA, United States

86% admit rate82% graduationpublic

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Graduation outcomesB
RetentionA
Editorial depthB+

James Madison University

James Madison University is a public institution in Harrisonburg, VA. IPEDS-reported enrollment is approximately 4,762 students. The published admit rate is 86%. Out-of-state tuition is listed at $34,664 before aid. The graduation rate in federal outcomes data is 82%. CollegesRef separates verified metrics from this editorial overview — confirm figures on the admissions, financial, and outcomes tabs before making decisions.

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