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James Madison University

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James Madison University's campus is nestled in the scenic Shenandoah Valley, offering views of the nearby Massanutten Mountain. Students enjoy a spirited and engaged atmosphere with a strong emphasis on undergraduate education and community involvement. JMU is known for its passionate student body and school pride, fostered by traditions like the "Purple Out" at sporting events. The university's location in Harrisonburg provides access to both outdoor recreation and a vibrant college town environment.

Programs Analyzed

Avg Grad Earnings

$47,308/yr

Avg DegreeOutlook Score

55/100

Tuition, In-State (Sticker)

$13,576/yr

Out-of-state: $30,790/yr

Financial Aid & Net Price

What students actually pay after grants and scholarships, by family income. 17% of students receive Pell Grants and 30% take federal loans.

Family Income	Avg Net Price/yr	4-Year Net Cost	Net-Price ROI
$0 – $30K	$10,582	$42,328	11.2x
$30K – $48K	$12,172	$48,688	9.7x
$48K – $75K	$17,150	$68,600	6.9x
$75K – $110K	$23,171	$92,684	5.1x
$110K+	$28,869	$115,476	4.1x
Sticker price (no aid)	$13,576	$54,304	8.7x

Net price = tuition + fees + room & board minus grants and scholarships. ROI = average 10-year graduate earnings ÷ 4-year net cost. Source: IPEDS Student Financial Aid survey via College Scorecard.

All Programs at James Madison University

39 degree programs ranked by DegreeOutlook Score. Click any program for full AI scenario analysis and 10-year earnings projections.

Program	DW Score	Earnings	AI Risk	ROI
Computer and Information Sciences, General Compare across schools	88	$81,761/yr	Very High	19.2x
Finance and Financial Management Services Compare across schools	86	$67,849/yr	Very High	19.9x
Information Science/Studies Compare across schools	85	$80,173/yr	Very High	19.5x
Registered Nursing & Nursing Administration Compare across schools	83	$76,490/yr	High	13.7x
Accounting and Related Services Compare across schools	83	$71,563/yr	Very High	15.3x
Economics Compare across schools	79	$62,286/yr	Very High	16.8x
Business Administration Compare across schools	78	$65,931/yr	High	14.2x
Systems Science and Theory Compare across schools	74	$65,683/yr	Moderate	17.7x
Health and Medical Administrative Services Compare across schools	74	$53,913/yr	High	12.8x
Marketing Compare across schools	72	$61,692/yr	Very High	14.8x
Mathematics Compare across schools	69	$58,810/yr	Very High	14.3x
Public Administration Compare across schools	69	$48,396/yr	High	11.8x
Engineering, General Compare across schools	67	$71,176/yr	High	15.2x
Hospitality Administration/Management Compare across schools	62	$46,915/yr	High	11.0x
Science, Technology and Society Compare across schools	59	$54,235/yr	Moderate	13.9x
Political Science and Government Compare across schools	59	$42,128/yr	Very High	11.6x
International Relations Compare across schools	56	$44,667/yr	High	11.3x
Geography and Cartography Compare across schools	54	$45,094/yr	High	10.2x
Chemistry Compare across schools	51	$45,799/yr	High	7.4x
Linguistic & Comparative Compare across schools	51	$45,122/yr	Very High	10.6x
Communication and Media Studies Compare across schools	51	$42,769/yr	High	11.2x
Health and Physical Education/Fitness Compare across schools	51	$35,955/yr	Moderate	11.0x
Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions Compare across schools	51	$33,971/yr	Moderate	11.4x
Geological and Earth Sciences/Geosciences Compare across schools	48	$48,118/yr	High	9.5x
Legal Research and Advanced Professional Studies Compare across schools	45	$40,966/yr	High	10.2x
Liberal Arts and Sciences Compare across schools	44	$49,408/yr	Low	8.9x
Biology, General Compare across schools	44	$34,159/yr	High	10.2x
Foods, Nutrition, and Related Services Compare across schools	43	$24,860/yr	High	10.0x
History Compare across schools	42	$29,000/yr	High	9.6x
Psychology, General Compare across schools	41	$31,734/yr	High	9.5x
Sociology Compare across schools	40	$31,513/yr	High	9.4x
Fine and Studio Arts Compare across schools	39	$33,501/yr	Moderate	8.3x
Anthropology Compare across schools	39	$30,686/yr	High	9.0x
Biotechnology Compare across schools	37	$41,832/yr	High	6.7x
Music Compare across schools	37	$36,106/yr	High	7.4x
Social Work Compare across schools	37	$31,687/yr	Moderate	9.0x
English Language and Literature, General Compare across schools	28	$26,049/yr	Very High	8.0x
Philosophy and Religious Studies, Other Compare across schools	22	$28,712/yr	Very High	4.3x
Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft Compare across schools	22	$24,306/yr	Moderate	4.6x

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