Jacksonville University

A trip to Florida would be incomplete without mentioning Jacksonville. Jacksonville houses one of the most prestigious private universities in the United States, the Jacksonville University. When you travel to Jacksonville a visit to the Jacksonville University is an absolute must. The University houses itself is at the banks of river St Johns.

Founded in the year 1934 and christened William J. Porter University, it was renamed Jacksonville Junior College a year later. In 1956 the name was again changed and it is now known as the Jacksonville University and the Dolphin has been chosen as their mascot.

The popularity of the University is quite evident with students from 27 countries having enrolled in various different courses. In 2006, Jacksonville University was among the first tier encompassing 150 other master's universities for the fourth consecutive year featuring in "America's best Colleges" list of the U.S. News and World Report.

The University's academic curriculum focuses on preparing the students in their chosen field so as to do their best in the graduation stage. The learning is not restricted to classrooms alone. The students are provided with ample opportunities with internship programs being set up at civic organizations and related business fields.

Information on Jacksonville University on Wikipedia

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jacksonville_University

The University offers over 70 majors and seven bachelor's degree courses to its students. The graduation courses include programs in business, orthodontics, nursing and education. Students also have the option of applying to the Adult Degree Program which conducts classes on weekends and evenings for their convenience.

The official website of Jacksonville University

http://www.ju.edu/about.aspx

Their sports team ranks very high with regular participation at the NCAA Division I level. They have also produced professional basketball players such as Artis Gilmore, Dee Brown and Otis Smith.

The Official Webpage of the Jacksonville Dolphins

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A Jacksonville travel guide would be best suited to let you know all that this long standing university has to offer.

Jacksonville University Address
2800 University Blvd North
Jacksonville, FL 32211

Contact:
Tel: (904) 256-8000
Tel: (800) 225-2027
Email: admissions@ju.edu

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Website: http://www.ju.edu/