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    James Madison University

    James Madison University

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    Uni facts

    Harrisonburg, USA
    • Type
      Public
    • Rank
      2020
    • International students
      531
    • Nationalities
      43
    • Total programs
      67
    • Acceptance rate
      72%

    Study abroad at James Madison University

    Named after the fourth president of the United States, James Madison University (JMU) is a public research university based in Harrisonburg, Virginia, USA. JMU is surrounded by the mountains of Virginia’s Shenandoah Valley, just two hours from the nation’s capital of Washington, D.C.

    The university offers 77 undergraduate, 46 graduate, and 8 doctoral degrees, as well as pathway programs for international students. These programs prepare you for your studies, and when you’re ready, you’ll continue your chosen mainstream degree program at JMU education.

    There are more than 350 clubs and organizations available on campus, including things like astronomy, film and skiing. The University Recreation Center (UREC) and University Park provide are range of sporting and fitness facilities, including a gym, swimming pool, climbing wall, yoga studio, and indoor and outdoor sports courts.

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    Why study at JMU?

    • Great value

      JMU has ranked in the top 10% for international student value (College Factual/Chegg, 2017)

    • Student staff ratio

      The University as a student staff ratio of 16:1 which helps students get a personalized education

    Life as an international student

    Support is on hand from your first day at JMU. If you join a pathway program, you’ll study at the International Study Center which gives you the best of both worlds. You’ll get the full JMU campus experience, plus the care of a supportive community that will help you adapt and thrive as an international student.

    The International Study Center has 20 support facilities including the University Health Center, the Office of Academic and Career Planning, and Learning Centers. There are also a wealth of services, courses, and excursions available that are aimed at helping international students adapt and excel at JMU.

    Many international students live on campus for their first year, and there are many options of residence halls and apartments. All rooms include wireless internet, cable TV, all utilities, access to study lounges and a variety of recreational areas. After the first year, you can choose from a selection of nearby off-campus housing.

    Student life & facilities

    Group of students planning a presentation in a living room
    • Library
      • Computer labs
      • Group Study Rooms
      • Quiet Areas
    • Healthcare & Medical
      • Physiotherapy
      • Travel Vaccinations
      • Campus Pharmacy
      • Counselling & Mental Health Services
      • Campus Doctor
      • Emergency Contraception
    • No. of All Weather Sports Pitches
      • No. of Baseball Pitches
      • No. of Tennis Courts
      • No. of Basketball Courts
      • No. of Athletics Track
      • No. of volleyball courts
    • Transport
      • Campus Bus Service
      • Bike Rental
      • Car Rental
      • Campus parking
      • On-Campus Shuttle
    • Food & Restaurants
      • Bars 2
      • Restaurants 24
      • Cafe’s 2
    • Fitness Centre
      • Machines
      • Free Weights
      • Fitness Classes
      • Personal Trainers
      • Treatment Rooms
      • Fitness Center Physiotherapist
    • Sports Facilities
      • No. of Natural Turf American Football Pitches
      • Sport facilities
      • No. of Natural Turf Soccer Pitches
    • Praying Rooms
      • Chaplaincy
      • Group Praying Rooms
    • IT Support
      • Campus Wireless Connectivity
    • Clubs & Organisations
      • No. of Clubs & Organizations 300
    • Tutoring Support
      • Academic Tutoring & Support

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    James Madison University programs

    Fees and funding

    • Direct admission

      $24,150

    • 1 semester

      $12,075

    • 2 semesters

      $24,150

    • 3 semesters

      $33,650

    • 4 semesters

      $41,150

    Location

    James Madison University

    800 S Main St, Harrisonburg, VA 22807

    Located just two hours from Washington, D.C., the city of Harrisonburg, Virginia blossoms in the heart of the Shenandoah Valley. The Friendly City provides a variety of things to see and places to eat. And it doesn’t hurt to end each day with a stunning sunset grazing across the Blue Ridge Mountains.