Johnson University
School Overview: Acceptance Rate, Tuition, and More
About Johnson University
School Type: Private
Religious Affiliation: Christian Churches and Churches of Christ
Status: Non-profit
Military Friendly: No
Accreditation: regional
Johnson University is a small private university located on a rural campus in Knoxville, Tennessee. It has a total undergraduate enrollment of 708, and admissions are selective, with an acceptance rate of 54%. The university offers 44 bachelor's degrees, has an average graduation rate of 62%, and a student-faculty ratio of 11:1. Tuition and fees for students are $18,428.
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- #2 Ranked in Best Online Christian Colleges
Admissions Breakdown
Acceptance Rate
Full-Time Student Retention Rate
Six-Year Graduation Rate of Full-Time, First-Time Students
Application Considerations
Test scoresRequired to be considered for admission
High school transcriptRequired to be considered for admission
High school rankNot considered for admission, even if submitted
Letter of recommendationRequired to be considered for admission
High school GPARequired to be considered for admission
Open admissionNo
Completion of college prep programNot required for admission, but considered if submitted
Test of English as a foreign language (TOEFL)Required to be considered for admission
Transfer Credit Policy
Dual enrollmentYes
Credit for qualified life experience*Yes
Advance placement (AP) creditsYes
*This can include previous jobs, trainings, licenses/credentials, or seminars. You may need to complete an exam or provide a portfolio to earn credit.
SAT & ACT
ACT 25th-75th Percentile19-24
SAT 25th-75th Percentile890-1090
Learning Environment
Student Body Stats
950
Students enrolled
45%
Online student enrollment
11:1
Student to faculty ratio
Ways Students Can Learn
Demographics
White
75%
Unknown
4%
Black
7%
Hispanic
5%
Two or more races
2%
Non-U.S. Citizen
5%
Asian
1%
American Indian/Alaska Native
0%
Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander
%
Socio-economic diversity
32% of students received an income-based Federal Pell Grant intended for low-income students.
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Online Programs
Offers Online Programs
Yes
Online Programs
23
Total Online Enrollment
427
Student Location Breakout
Bar graph visual depicting student location breakout percentages.45% online, 55% on-campus.
Percent of Programs Online
75% On-campus
25% Online
Types of Online Programs Offered
Certificates100% online
Associate35% online
Bachelor's14% online
Graduate Certificate40% online
Master's22% online
Doctorate100% online
Student Charges
Tuition and Required Fees
| Student Level | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $18,428 | $18,428 |
| Graduate | $9,990 | $9,990 |
Cost of Undergraduate Attendance
Costs based on full-time, first-time degree- or certificate-seeking undergraduates.
| Costs to Consider | Price |
|---|---|
| Books and supplies | $1,200 |
| On-campus room and board | $9,278 |
| On-campus other expenses | $4,206 |
| Off-campus (not with family) room and board | $11,139 |
| Off-campus (not with family) other expenses | $4,206 |
| Off-campus (with family) other expenses | $4,206 |
Total Undergraduate Cost
| Total cost by category | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| On-campus | $33,112 | $33,112 |
| Off-campus without family | $34,973 | $34,973 |
| Off-campus with family | $23,834 | $23,834 |
Financial Breakdown
Students Receiving Aid
Federal Grant Aid
35%
State Grant Aid
45%
Institution Grant Aid
89%
Pell Grant
32%
Average Aid Awarded
Financial Outlook
$22k
Average student debtafter graduation
$28k
Average salary 6 years after starting school
Varsity Athletic Teams
NCAA Division I-FCS
of the overall student body is a member of an athletic team.
Participation
- Baseball
- Basketball
- Soccer
- Tennis
- Softball
- Volleyball
Degrees Awarded by Program
| # | Programs | BA | MA | Doc |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Business, Management, Marketing, And Related Support Services. | |||
| 2 | Communication, Journalism, And Related Programs. | |||
| 3 | Communications Technologies/Technicians And Support Services. | |||
| 4 | Education. | |||
| 5 | English Language And Literature/Letters. | |||
| 6 | Family And Consumer Sciences/Human Sciences. | |||
| 7 | Foreign Languages, Literatures, And Linguistics. | |||
| 8 | Health Professions And Related Programs. | |||
| 9 | History. | |||
| 10 | Parks, Recreation, Leisure, Fitness, And Kinesiology. | |||
| 11 | Philosophy And Religious Studies. | |||
| 12 | Psychology. | |||
| 13 | Theology And Religious Vocations. | |||
| 14 | Visual And Performing Arts. |
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