Transcripts are also not required. You will not be eligible for financial aid while non-degree seeking. You won't be eligible for English or Math classes unless you can prove you're eligible for them. We encourage all degree and certificate seeking students to apply for financial aid and scholarships. Begin by completing the Free Application for Federal Student.
Processing usually takes four to six weeks so apply early.
The ACT is required if you are under 21 years old and degree-seeking. You must have an admissions application on file and pay your fee in the Business Office before testing. The residual test is for Jackson State students only and is not transferable to any other institution. You are only eligible to take our residual ACT if you have never taken the ACT before. This free exam takes approximately three hours and is required before you register.