Johnson University
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$16,400
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About Johnson University
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.
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.
Learn more about how we determine school awardsThe 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.
Learn more about how we determine school awards1k
Students enrolled
50%
Online student enrollment
8:1
Student to faculty ratio
Ways Students Can Learn
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
Percent of Programs Online
69% On-campus
31% Online
Types of Online Programs Offered
Certificates 100% online
Associate 45% online
Bachelor's 24% online
Graduate Certificate 50% online
Master's 21% online
Doctorate 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
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
- Basketball
- Soccer
- Softball
- Tennis
- Volleyball
- Baseball
- Basketball
Degrees Awarded by Program
Degrees given for the 2020-2021 academic year.
1Business, Management, Marketing, And Related Support Services
BA
MA
DOC
Business Administration and Management, General
BA
MA
DOC
Non-Profit/Public/Organizational Management
BA
MA
DOC
Organizational Leadership
BA
MA
DOC
2Communication, Journalism, And Related Programs
BA
MA
DOC
Mass Communication/Media Studies
BA
MA
DOC
International and Intercultural Communication
BA
MA
DOC
3Education
BA
MA
DOC
Physical Education Teaching and Coaching
BA
MA
DOC
Teaching English as a Second or Foreign Language/ESL Language Instructor
BA
MA
DOC
Early Childhood Education and Teaching
BA
MA
DOC
Teacher Education, Multiple Levels
BA
MA
DOC
Secondary Education and Teaching
BA
MA
DOC
Elementary Education and Teaching
BA
MA
DOC
Educational/Instructional Media Design
BA
MA
DOC
4English Language And Literature/Letters
BA
MA
DOC
English Language and Literature, General
BA
MA
DOC
5Health Professions And Related Clinical Sciences
BA
MA
DOC
Community Health Services/Liaison/Counseling
BA
MA
DOC
Public Health, General (MPH, DPH)
BA
MA
DOC
Mental Health Counseling/Counselor
BA
MA
DOC
Marriage and Family Therapy/Counseling
BA
MA
DOC
6History
BA
MA
DOC
History, General
BA
MA
DOC
7Parks, Recreation, Leisure, And Fitness Studies
BA
MA
DOC
Health and Physical Education, General
BA
MA
DOC
8Theology And Religious Vocations
BA
MA
DOC
Youth Ministry
BA
MA
DOC
Pastoral Studies/Counseling
BA
MA
DOC
Divinity/Ministry (BD, MDiv
BA
MA
DOC
Religious/Sacred Music
BA
MA
DOC
Bible/Biblical Studies
BA
MA
DOC
Missions/Missionary Studies and Missiology
BA
MA
DOC
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