Here's what Jackson State actually looks for, pulled from the real admitted-student numbers — not a wish list. Use these as the bar to clear, then see where your own profile lands.
The admitted middle 50% lands at 3.2–3.65, so this is reachable with solid grades and a coherent application.
Most admitted students score in the 860–1040 SAT / 15–19 ACT range. Many selective schools are test-optional right now — check Jackson State's current policy, but a score inside this band only helps.
Hitting these numbers gets you into the pile. It doesn't get you in. Jackson State accepts 68.0% of applicants, which means most students with the "right" GPA and scores still get turned down. Course rigor, essays, recommendations, and a clear spike are what separate admits from the rest of the qualified pool.
Want your real number instead of a range? Run your full profile and Candor estimates your odds at Jackson State, calibrated to actual outcomes.
Ranges are CDS-based estimates from recent cycles. Always confirm current requirements and test policy on Jackson State's official admissions site before you apply.