Jacksonville University is a private institution. Founded in 1934, it operates as an independent, nonprofit university offering undergraduate and graduate programs. Unlike public universities, which receive state funding, Jacksonville University relies on tuition, donations, and endowments.
The university is regionally accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC). Its private status allows for greater autonomy in curriculum design, admissions policies, and financial management, though tuition costs are typically higher than public alternatives.
