Returning

Student at graduation after finishing her degree

Welcome back to Jax State! Whether you will be reapplying for admission, or returning to complete your degree on-campus or online, we look forward to having you back at The Friendliest Campus in the South. Now is a great time to finish what you started, and Jax State has the academic and personal support to get you there!

Events for Returning Students

Ready to return to Jacksonville State University? Join us for our Re-Enrollment Event! Meet with advisors, financial aid, admissions, and more to get all your questions answered and ensure you’re ready to Finish What You Started. Don’t miss out—register now!

Date: July 22, 2024
Time: 5:00-6:00
Location: 11th floor - Houston Cole Library 1101AB

Register Now

Apply

 

Jax State makes the reenrollment process easy!

Step 1 Submit your free Readmission Application
Step 2 Provide official transcripts from each regionally accredited college or university attended since last attending JSU (if applicable)

 

Once we receive your application and all needed transcripts, your Admissions Counselor will reach out with an admissions decision.

Scholarships for Adult Learners

Our JaxApp is one application for all competitive scholarships. Once admitted, follow the “Admitted Next Steps” to submit the JaxApp.

Once readmitted, be sure to apply for our Finish What You Started scholarship. Students returning to Jax State after a year or longer may be eligible for 3 free credit hours when they register for 6 in the first semester of reenrollment.

View the full scholarship terms and application on our Finish What You Started page

To assist working students with paying for college, Jax State partners with select businesses and community organizations to offer business partnership scholarships. Some professions, such as First Responders and P-12 Educators, may also be eligible for partnership scholarships.

Visit our partnership scholarships site to learn more.

Next Steps for Admitted Students

Find Your JSU ID Number

Your username, password, and account instructions can be found in the admissions decision email sent to the personal email address used to apply.

Log In to MyJaxState

Your username and initial password are at the bottom of your acceptance email. You will use this username and initial password to access your MyJaxState account. Here, you can access and view your personal student information, financial aid details, and explore various other options available to you.

Set Up DUO Mobile

To better protect against cybersecurity threats and online fraudulent activities, DUO Two-Factor Authentication is required to access your MyJaxState accounts. Visit MyJaxState and you will be prompted to enroll automatically. You may enroll a mobile phone or tablet.

Log In to Your JSU Email Account (GEM)

Each student is assigned a JSU e-mail account upon admission. The e-mail address is at the bottom of your acceptance email. Your password will be the same as your MyJaxState password. Please start checking this e-mail account frequently as important information from other offices on campus is communicated via this account.

Having trouble accessing your accounts?

Visit our Technology Support website for assistance

Send your Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)

  • April 1 – priority deadline to send FAFSA (students can still send their FAFSA after this date)

Completing your Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is the first step to qualifying for grants, loans, and other funding for your education. Jax State does not require, but HIGHLY recommends completing your FAFSA each year. Jax State's school code is 001020.

Apply for Scholarships

Starting in a Fall Semester? Apply for Competitive Scholarships through the JaxApp! The JAX App is a single application for all 250+ of our competitive scholarships.

Visit the Scholarship Website

Your Academic Advisor will help you set a path to graduation and register for classes. You can find information for your Academic Advisor in your acceptance email.

Payment due dates can be found on the Academic Calendar.

After registering for classes, students will be able to see their account balance on MyJaxState. Find answers to payment FAQ’s.

Finish What You Started

Returning to finish your degree can be intimidating, but we've got your back.

Check out our helpful resources to help you Finish What You Started.

Visit Finish What You Started

Important Dates

Fall 2024

August 21: Classes Begin - Late Registration Fee Charged
August 27: Payment Due and Last Day to Register or Add a Class

Spring 2025

January 8: Classes Begin - Late Registration Fee Charged
January 14: Payment Due and Last Day to Register or Add a Class

Summer 2025

(Multiple Options) May 8, June 2, June 23: Classes Begin - Late Registration Fee Charged
(Multiple Options) May 9, June 3, June 24: Payment Due and Last Day to Register or Add a Class

Fall 2025

September 1 - February 1: Competitive Scholarship Application Period
April 1: Housing Priority Deadline
August 20: Classes Begin - Late Registration Fee Charged
August 26: Payment Due and Last Day to Register or Add a Class

View the Academic Calendar

Contact Us

Want to learn more? Our friendly staff and Admissions Counselors would love to help!

Contact the Admissions Team