Transform Your Life at Jax State
At Jacksonville State University, we offer a wide range of graduate programs designed for working professionals. With flexible online formats, affordable tuition, personalized support and practice-focused learning opportunities, you’ll be equipped with the skills you need to achieve success in your chosen field. At Jax State, you’ll join a growing, vibrant network of learners dedicated to making a real impact in their careers and communities.
Career-Ready Programs
Emergency Management
The MS in Emergency Management combines theoretical knowledge with practical skills in crisis management, hazard assessment and analytics, with just 30 graduate semester hours required to complete the program. The Emergency Management field offers diverse career opportunities in public service, healthcare, education and private business, with strong job growth prospects according to the Bureau of Labor and Statistics.
Business Administration
Jax State's online MBA programs are AACSB accredited and offer a comprehensive business education with a focus on business and emerging technologies. Ranked nationally and known for our flexibility, Jax State allows you to enhance your career with a General MBA or specialized MBA.
Public Health
The Master of Public Health (MPH) prepares you for leadership roles in public health, with a focus on research, management and advanced practice. Our curriculum includes specialized courses in epidemiology, biostatistics and health policy, along with practical fieldwork, providing you with the skills to design, implement and evaluate public health programs. Graduates of this program may pursue careers in a variety of settings in public health.
Criminal Justice
The Master of Science in Criminal Justice offers a wide range of advanced coursework in criminal justice, including the option for a concentration in criminal justice within the Master of Public Administration degree. You’ll gain the knowledge you need for a career in law enforcement, crime analysis, victim advocacy and more. Whether you’re looking to advance your current career or break into the field, an MS in Criminal Justice helps you get there.
Nursing Practice
The Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) degree at Jax State offers three options, including the BSN-DNP Family Nurse Practitioner track, the BSN-DNP Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner track and the Post-Master's DNP. This leadership-focused program emphasizes advanced clinical practice, leadership, informatics, quality improvement and the translation of evidence into healthcare practice to prepare students for meaningful careers in nursing practice.
All Graduate Programs
Our advanced degree and certificate options span across many in-demand industries, including business administration, emergency management, criminal justice, nursing, public health and more. Whether you’re a first-generation student navigating graduate school or a seasoned professional returning to school, we offer the support and resources you need to succeed.
Hear What Our Alumni Have to Say
From day one, [Jax State] felt like home. [Jax State] totally lives up to that motto of 'Friendliest Campus in the South.'”Royce Woodruff, Doctor of Emergency Management '18
Empowered by The Friendliest Campus in the South
At Jax State, we understand the unique challenges adult learners face while balancing work, family and education. We provide resources specific to online learning to help you succeed in a flexible environment, in addition to mental health counseling, financial aid assistance and more.
Gain Industry Insights
Our faculty are not just professors—they’re professionals with real-world experience in fields like emergency management, criminal justice, business, public health and nursing. Their practical insights and commitment to student success provide you with the tools and expertise to navigate both your studies and the demands of your career.
Investing in Your Future
We offer affordable tuition rates at Jax State to make education more accessible to working professionals. With financial aid options, scholarship opportunities for specific fields and scholarships for military, first responders and educators, you can invest in your education with less financial stress. Our programs are also designed to provide a strong return on investment, helping you reach your goals and make a positive impact in your field.
If you have questions, please call the Financial Aid Office at 256-782-5006.
If you have questions, please call the Financial Aid Office at 256-782-5006.
Meet Your Admissions Team
We understand that navigating the graduate application and admissions process can be overwhelming. That’s why our team is here to help you at every stage. Whether you have questions about financial aid, program prerequisites or balancing your current commitments, we are here to guide you through it all.
Apply to Jax State Today!
By applying to one of Jax State's graduate programs, you're setting yourself up to advance your career and discover exciting new opportunities. Now's the perfect time to take the leap and unlock your potential! Once you have applied, you’ll receive these benefits:
- Guidance from admissions specialists for each program
- An expedited admissions decision
- A range of competitive scholarship opportunities
Questions? We’re Here to Help!
We want to ensure you have all the information you need about your application, our programs or anything else. Please call or text us, or send us an email with any questions you may have.