The JMU College of Business is part of James Madison University, which was founded in 1908 as a women's normal school and grew into one of Virginia's largest comprehensive public universities. The College of Business is accredited by AACSB International and is recognized for its undergraduate programs, with a strong emphasis on teaching quality, experiential learning, and student-faculty engagement. Its undergraduate business program regularly appears in national rankings, and its accounting, finance, and marketing programs are especially well regarded.
The college sits on JMU's Harrisonburg campus in the Shenandoah Valley, where students enjoy a spirited, community-oriented environment with strong school pride. Students benefit from a required business core, small class sizes for a public institution, active student organizations, internships, and a loyal alumni network that supports recruiting in Virginia, Washington D.C., and beyond. The college also offers graduate programs such as the MBA, Master of Accounting, and Master of Science in Business Analytics.
| Type | Public |
| Location | Harrisonburg, Virginia |
| Founded | 1908 |
| Total students | 22,000 |
| Student–faculty ratio | 16:1 |
| Acceptance rate | 77% |
| Graduation rate | 85% |
| Average starting salary | $60,000 |
| In-state tuition | $14,000 |
| Out-of-state tuition | $32,000 |
| Room & board | $12,000 |
| Average financial aid | $10,000 |
| Students receiving aid | 60% |
| SAT range | 1130-1300 |
| ACT range | 24-30 |
| Average GPA | 3.9 |
| Regular deadline | February 1 |
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