Wear comfortable shoes and prepare for the weather. Alabama weather can be unpredictable so be prepared and enjoy the walk around "the Friendliest Campus in the South."
Access to Jacksonville State University’s networks is provided in support of students’ academic and research activities, as well as reasonable and appropriate personal use. For more information, please review Jax State's Wireless Policy.
When you arrive for your visit you will need to go to the Parking Office on the fourth floor of Theron Montgomery Building (TMB) to obtain a visitor parking permit. Your permit will be valid for a maximum of 10 business days and may be used to park in valid parking spaces. Please note that you may not park on the unmarked white curbs reserved for university vehicles, on yellow curbs, or in handicapped spaces unless you have a valid handicapped hangtag and/or license plate. Likewise, you cannot park in silver (student) or red (faculty/staff) parking lots. There is no parking on Trustee Circle, except for those spaces reserved for campus tour participants.
For further information about parking on campus - including designated parking zones - please visit: Parking Regulations.
Jacksonville is located in Calhoun County, in east central Alabama. We are about midway between Birmingham, Ala., and Atlanta, Ga., just north of I-20. Calhoun County is great place to enjoy numerous outdoor pursuits like hiking, kayaking, and biking, as well as ample opportunities to explore diverse arts, culture, restaurants and shopping! We hope you'll plan to explore the area while you're visiting JSU!
View the Visit Calhoun County Website
Other nearby metro areas have a lot to offer, as well, if you're going to be in the area for an extended visit:
Etowah County (Cities of Gadsden, Attalla, and Rainbow City)
Talladega County (Cities of Talladega, Sylacauga, Lincoln, and Childersburg)
There are two hotels in Jacksonville and even more choices in nearby Oxford and Anniston, all of which are ready to welcome you!
Local Hotel Discounts
There are multiple on-campus restaurants, including:
Visit the Sodexo Website for more information
