Johnson University

School Overview: Acceptance Rate, Tuition, and More

Knoxville, TN

$16,400

Avg tuition

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About Johnson University

School Type: Private

Status: Non-profit

Accreditation: Regional

Religious Affiliation: Christian, Christian Churches and Churches of Christ  While the student experience is largely unaffected at most schools with religious affiliations, some schools place more of an emphasis on religion. Learn how religious affiliations may impact students' experience.

Johnson University is a small private university located on a rural campus in Knoxville, Tennessee. It has a total undergraduate enrollment of 720, and admissions are selective, with an acceptance rate of 55%. The university offers 38 bachelor's degrees, has an average graduation rate of 63%, and a student-faculty ratio of 8:1. Tuition and fees for students are $16,400.

Admissions Breakdown

Acceptance Rate Insight

This school has a high acceptance rate.

This school accepts students at a higher rate than other schools. High acceptance schools welcome 51-100% of all applicants.

55% of students were accepted during the 2020-2021 school year. Sometimes schools with midrange acceptance rates have higher standards of entry but are still accessible to many students who apply.

Retention Rate Insight

80% of full-time students stayed to continue their studies the following academic year. These students started in Fall 2019 and returned in Fall 2020.

Graduation Rate Insight

63% of students graduated out of all full-time, first-time students who began their studies in Fall 2014. Keep in mind many students who enroll are not typically first-time students, as most are adult learners. Therefore, the number of first-time students is traditionally low.

Application Considerations

Test scores Required

High school transcript Required

High school rank Recommended

Letter of recommendation Required

High school GPA Required

Open admission No

Completion of college prep program Recommended

Test of English as a foreign language (TOEFL) Required

Transfer Credit Policy

Dual enrollment Yes

Credit for qualified life experience* Yes

Advance placement (AP) credits Yes

*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 Percentile 18-24

SAT 25th-75th Percentile 878-1070

Learning Environment

Student Body Stats

This school has a student body of fewer than 5,000 students.

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The student-to-faculty ratio at this school is lower than other schools.

This means there are more faculty for each student, which can create an opportunity for more individualized attention and support in your studies.

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1k

Students enrolled

50%

Online student enrollment

8:1

Student to faculty ratio

Ways Students Can Learn

Online Check Bold
On-campus Check Bold
Hybrid The program is a combination of on-campus and online learning and varies per program. Check Bold
International Online classes are available for students around the world. Check Bold

Demographics

White

80%

Black

7%

Non-U.S. Citizen

4%

Unknown

3%

Hispanic

2%

Two or more races

2%

Asian

1%

American Indian/Alaska Native

0%

Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander

Information not available

Female student population

49%

Socio-economic diversity

44% 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

24

Total Online Enrollment

520

Student Location Breakout

Percent of Programs Online

69% On-campus

31% Online

Types of Online Programs Offered

Certificates Check Bold 100% online

Associate Check Bold 45% online

Bachelor's Check Bold 24% online

Graduate Certificate Check Bold 50% online

Master's Check Bold 21% online

Doctorate Check Bold 100% online

Student Charges

Tuition and Required Fees

Student Level In-state Out-of-state
Undergraduate $16,400 $16,400
Graduate $11,750 $11,750

Cost of Undergraduate Attendance

Costs based on full-time, first-time degree or certificate-seeking undergraduates for the 2020–2021 academic year.

Costs to Consider Price
Books and supplies $1,200
On-campus room and board $7,952
On-campus other expenses $2,420
Off-campus (not with family) room and board $10,160
Off-campus (not with family) other expenses $3,310
Off-campus (with family) other expenses $3,310

Total Undergraduate Cost

Total cost by category In-state Out-of-state
On-campus $27,972 $27,972
Off-campus without family $31,070 $31,070
Off-campus with family $20,910 $20,910

Financial Breakdown

Students Receiving Aid

Federal Grant Aid

45%

State Grant Aid

32%

Institution Grant Aid

81%

Pell Grant

44%

Average Aid Awarded

Federal Grant Aid $4,701
State Grant Aid $5,340
Institution Grant Aid $4,910
Pell Grant Aid $4,402

Financial Outlook

$23k

Average student debt after graduation

$28k

Average salary 6 years after starting school

Varsity Athletic Teams

NAIA Division II

of the overall student body is a member of an athletic team.

Participation

Men Women
  • Basketball
  • Soccer
  • Softball
  • Tennis
  • Volleyball
  • Baseball
  • Basketball

Degrees Awarded by Program

Degrees given for the 2020-2021 academic year.

1

Business, Management, Marketing, And Related Support Services

BA

MA

DOC

2

Communication, Journalism, And Related Programs

BA

MA

DOC

3

Education

BA

MA

DOC

4

English Language And Literature/Letters

BA

MA

DOC

5

Health Professions And Related Clinical Sciences

BA

MA

DOC

6

History

BA

MA

DOC

7

Parks, Recreation, Leisure, And Fitness Studies

BA

MA

DOC

8

Theology And Religious Vocations

BA

MA

DOC

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Data collected from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS), [2020-2021]. In the absence of IPED data, information was collected directly from the school and is accurate as of the date of collection. Contact the school directly for the most current and complete information.