JU NEWS
Every gift— whether through endowment, capital support, planned giving or unrestricted contributions— has played a vital role in fueling student success and securing JU’ s longterm sustainability. Together, these investments strengthen the University’ s foundation, ensuring that we continue to drive innovation and opportunity for generations to
come. As this campaign moves forward, the University community remains energized by the shared vision of what’ s still to come. Every act of support, large or small, adds to the growing impact of this effort, helping to write the next chapter of Jacksonville University’ s story.
At JU, the future isn’ t waiting to be made, it’ s already being made, thanks to those who believe in and grow what comes next.
To learn more or to give, visit www. ju. edu / futuremade.
NATIONAL RECOGNITION IN PRESTIGIOUS RANKINGS
Jacksonville University continues to rise among the nation’ s most respected institutions, earning recognition from both U. S. News & World Report and Forbes for its academic excellence, student experience and career preparation.
In the 2026 U. S. News & World Report rankings, Jacksonville University climbed into the top 40 among Regional Universities in the South, marking its 14th consecutive year as one of the Best Regional Universities in the South. The Keigwin School of Nursing made an especially impressive leap, jumping 51 spots in the national rankings of Best Undergraduate Nursing Programs. With some of the highest NCLEX pass rates in
Florida, JU’ s nursing graduates continue to make a meaningful impact on healthcare across the region and beyond.
Jacksonville University also continues to earn recognition across multiple specialty categories, including Best Value Schools, Best Colleges for Veterans, Best Undergraduate Business Programs and Undergraduate Engineering Programs. This breadth of recognition underscores the University’ s ability to pair academic rigor with handson learning experiences that prepare graduates for success in today’ s competitive job market. Adding to this success, Forbes recognized Jacksonville University among America’ s Best Colleges for the second year in a row. This honor highlights JU’ s commitment to fostering a community where learning thrives, students are supported and futures are made.
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