Jacksonville State University is a public university in Jacksonville, Alabama, founded in 1883. The Gamecocks compete in Conference USA at the Division I FBS level, having been elevated from the FCS in 2022. JSU is a comprehensive regional university known for its programs in education, nursing, criminal justice, business, and music. The university is situated in the Appalachian foothills of northeast Alabama, providing students with a classic small-city university experience. JSU has a strong regional identity and a growing residential campus that serves students from across Alabama and the s…
