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 669, and admissions are selective, with an acceptance rate of 63%. The university offers 41 bachelor's degrees, has an average graduation rate of 66%, and a student-faculty ratio of 10:1. Tuition and fees for students are $17,384.
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- #2 Ranked in Best Online Christian Colleges
Admissions Breakdown
Retention Rate Insight
77% of full-time students stayed to continue their studies the following academic year. These students started in Fall 2020 and returned in Fall 2021.
Graduation Rate Insight
66% of students graduated out of all full-time, first-time students who began their studies in Fall 2015. 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 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 Percentile1000-1175
Learning Environment
Student Body Stats
939
Students enrolled
48%
Online student enrollment
10:1
Student to faculty ratio
Ways Students Can Learn
Demographics
White
78%
Unknown
4%
Black
7%
Hispanic
4%
Two or more races
3%
Non-U.S. Citizen
4%
Asian
1%
American Indian/Alaska Native
0%
Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander
%
Socio-economic diversity
34% 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
447
Student Location Breakout
Bar graph visual depicting student location breakout percentages.48% online, 52% on-campus.
Percent of Programs Online
72% On-campus
28% Online
Types of Online Programs Offered
Certificates100% online
Associate38% online
Bachelor's15% online
Graduate Certificate56% online
Master's22% online
Doctorate100% online
Student Charges
Tuition and Required Fees
| Student Level | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $59,784 | $59,784 |
| Graduate | $54,672 | $54,672 |
Cost of Undergraduate Attendance
Costs based on full-time, first-time degree or certificate-seeking undergraduates for the 2021–2022 academic year.
| Costs to Consider | Price |
|---|---|
| Books and supplies | $1,200 |
| On-campus room and board | $17,758 |
| On-campus other expenses | $2,600 |
| Off-campus (not with family) room and board | Currently unavailable |
| Off-campus (not with family) other expenses | Currently unavailable |
| Off-campus (with family) other expenses | Currently unavailable |
Total Undergraduate Cost
| Total cost by category | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| On-campus | $81,342 | $81,342 |
| Off-campus without family | $60,984 | $60,984 |
| Off-campus with family | $60,984 | $60,984 |
Financial Breakdown
Students Receiving Aid
Federal Grant Aid
38%
State Grant Aid
36%
Institution Grant Aid
79%
Pell Grant
34%
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
Degrees given for the 2021-2022 academic year.
| # | 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. |
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Data collected from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS), [2021-2022]. 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.