Welcome Back — Readmit
For students who previously attended Jackson State University but did not attend during the previous fall or spring semester. Streamlined seven-step process starts with re-admission — no need to visit the campus you already know. FAFSA-eligible for federal financial aid.
Continue where you left off
Jackson State University® is an environment that inspires you to grow, learn, and reach beyond the ordinary. This is a “home away from home” where every student can find their place.
Our team in Undergraduate Admissions and Recruitment is committed to assisting prospective students and their families through the acceptance and enrollment process by providing essential information to help students successfully transition into the university. This webpage will provide you with the necessary information to guide your educational goals.
Test-Optional Policy Notice
The published policy statement reads: “Jackson State University is test optional for the 2023-2024 and 2024-2025 academic years.” Note for readmit students: ACT/SAT scores are typically not required for readmission since you already have JSU coursework on your record. Please contact Undergraduate Admissions at 1-866-843-3578 to confirm current requirements.
Who is a readmit student?
Returning to JSU after a semester away
A readmit student is someone who previously attended Jackson State University but did not attend during the previous fall or spring semester. The readmit process helps you return smoothly to JSU while acknowledging your prior enrollment history.
No Campus Visit Required
Unlike freshmen or transfer students, readmit students skip the campus visit step — you already know JSU.
Immunization May Be On File
If you previously submitted a shot record during your prior enrollment, you may not need to resubmit — check with the Health Center.
Streamlined 7-Step Process
No Move-in Day, no Welcome Week, no Merit Scholarship steps — those apply to first-time freshmen only.
Seven steps to return to JSU
Complete these seven sequential steps to return as a JSU student. Notice: Step 1 is re-admission — not a campus visit — because you already know JSU.
Get Re-admitted to JSU
Applying to Jackson State University takes two easy steps:
- Submit an online application at
jsums.orgby clicking the “Apply” link on the homepage. - Submit an official transcript for all colleges or universities you have attended since leaving JSU.
Please allow at least 7-10 business days from the receipt of all required documents for an admission decision.
How to Submit Documents
The official transcript may be sent electronically via e-Scrip Safe or Parchment web accounts; or Clearinghouse (email for clearinghouse is transcripts@jsums.edu). If sending via any other method, please call 1-866-THEEJSU (866-843-3578) for further instructions.
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e-Scrip Safe
Electronic via web account
Parchment
Electronic via web account
Clearinghouse
Email transcripts@jsums.edu
Hand Delivered
Must be in a sealed envelope
Mailed
Must be sent in school envelope
Other Methods
Call 1-866-THEEJSU
Jackson State University
Undergraduate Admissions
P.O. Box 17330
Jackson, MS 39217
jsums.org/admissions
Complete the FAFSA
Complete the Free Application for Federal Student
Aid (FAFSA) online at www.fafsa.ed.gov
and request the results be forwarded to the Financial Aid
Office at Jackson State University.
JSU Code: 002410
Use this federal school code when completing your FAFSA to ensure your results are sent to Jackson State University. Contact the Financial Aid Office at 1-866-THEEJSU (866-843-3578) to check the status of your award.
Set Up Your FAFSA in P.A.W.S.
- Go to
jsums.organd click on P.A.W.S. - Log in using your User ID (J Number) and PIN.
- Click “Financial Aid”.
- Click “Award” and select the appropriate aid year.
- If you have a direct loan offer, you must accept the loan before funds can be disbursed to your student account.
- You must also complete a Master Promissory Note (MPN) and Entrance Counseling at studentaid.gov. Your results will be electronically sent to Jackson State University.
Check for Missing and/or Unsatisfied Requirements
- Go to
jsums.organd click on JSU P.A.W.S. - Login using your NET ID and NET ID Password.
- Click on Financial Aid.
- Click on Eligibility Requirements and select Aid Year.
- Click Submit.
- Review Student Requirements, Holds, Academic Progress.
- If you have Unsatisfied Requirements, please submit documents to the Financial Aid Office immediately.
Accept Your Award Offer
- Go to
jsums.organd click on JSU P.A.W.S. - Login using your User ID and PIN.
- Click on Financial Aid.
- Click “Award”.
- Click “Award for Aid Year”.
- Click “Accept Award Offer” tab and follow the instructions.
Send Immunization Record
If you plan to attend classes on one of JSU’s campuses and have not previously submitted a shot record, you must submit proof of immunization compliance for measles, mumps and rubella. Online students exempted.
Submit a copy of your shot record or your state’s immunization compliance form directly to the Health Center.
For more detailed information about JSU’s health screening requirements, including exemptions, international health screening requirements, and the Health Center’s mailing address, visit our web page at jsums.edu/healthservices.
Apply for Campus Housing
Housing applications are available at
jsums.org/housing. The office is located in
Campbell College Suites-North.
How to Apply — 11-Step Housing Application Process
Both new and returning students will access the new housing application by following the steps below:
- Visit your JSU PAWS account.
- Enter your J# (ex.
J00000000) and NET ID Password. - Select the “Student” tab at the top of page. Then, select the “Housing” link.
- After selecting the “Housing” link, you will select “THD: JSU Housing Self-Service.”
- After selecting “THD: JSU Housing Self-Service,” you will be directed to the THD Housing Self-Service Portal where you will need to enter your login information.
- Your login information will be as follows: Username:
oneJ#(ex.oneJ00000000) · Password: NetID (must set up in your PAWS account). - You will be directed to your own personal Student Housing Portal. Once there, you will select “Apps & Forms” and then select the housing application for your classification and proper term.
- You will be directed to agree to the “Terms and Conditions” by signing your name and clicking “Continue.”
- After clicking “Continue,” you will proceed to answer all questions.
- You will be then directed to pay your specified housing fee.
- Your final step will be paying your fee. Please note that your housing application will not be processed without receiving payment.
$100 non-refundable housing application fee (New and Transfer Students) or $75 room reservation fee (Returning Students). Readmit students are Returning Students, so the $75 fee applies.
New Student Orientation / Register for Classes
If you are a traditional readmit student taking a class online or on campus, you will need to complete New Student Orientation before registering for classes. For more information regarding New Student Orientation, please visit jsums.edu/orientation. If you will be enrolled in an online program, please contact JSUOnline.
Complete Registration or Set Up a Payment Plan
“Completing Registration” is the phrase used to describe the Business Office acknowledgement or verification of how fees are to be paid for the current semester. Once this information is officially communicated to the Business Office, we will accept the charges and payments for the current semester which in turn protects the student’s classes from being purged.
Two Ways to Officially Communicate
- Automatic Registration Complete — The most popular way. Once a student has selected classes (along with housing and meal plan), the system will review all eligible accepted financial aid. If the remaining balance is less than $200, the student’s registration will be completed automatically.
- Online Payment Plan — The plan divides the balance due into four (4) installments. The initial installment plus $100 (the deferment fee) is required to complete registration. The remaining three (3) installments are due in 30-day increments.
Late fees of $70 begins on the 1st day of class. Complete registration on time to avoid additional charges.
Verify Status via JSU PAWS
- Select the “Student” tab.
- Select “Registration”.
- Select “Fall Registration Service”.
- Select “Check Registration Status”.
- If registration is complete, a congratulatory message will be displayed.
- If not, a message will display instructing you to your next required step.
Get Your Student Identification
To enhance the safety and security of the campus community, faculty, staff and students are required to obtain a University-issued photo ID card. The University mandates that all faculty, staff, and students display his/her ID card visibly at all times while on campus. Readmit students are able to obtain their ID after Step 6 registration is complete.
The source states: “First-year students are able to obtain their ID after registration is complete (Step 8).” But this page has only 7 steps — Step 8 does not exist. This is a copy-paste from the HSE/Home-Schooled 12-step pages. Additionally, Readmit students are NOT first-year students — they previously attended JSU. Rebuild corrects the reference to Step 6 (the actual registration completion step) and updates “First-year students” to “Readmit students”.
Priority deadlines
Two schedules — Traditional and JSUOnline
Priority Deadlines
- Fall Semester August 21st
- Spring Semester January 15th
- First Summer Session May 27th
- Second Summer Session June 26th
Priority Deadlines
- Spring – 1st 8 Weeks January 7th
- Spring – 2nd 8 Weeks March 4th
- Summer May 15th
- Fall – 1st 8 Weeks August 20th
- Fall – 2nd 8 Weeks October 11th
Ready to Return to JSU?
Contact JSU Undergraduate Admissions at 1-866-843-3578 for personalized assistance with your readmission application. Welcome back to your JSU journey.
Contact Information
Undergraduate Admissions
P.O. Box 17330
Jackson, MS 39217