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Johnson University

#12 in Best Value Colleges in Tennessee
  • 4 Year
  • Knoxville, TN
  • 269 reviews
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    B
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Academics
      B-
    2. Value
      B+
    3. Diversity
      B
    4. Campus
      A
    5. Athletics
      D+
    6. Party Scene
      C-
    7. Professors
      B-
    8. Location
      B-
    9. Dorms
      A+
    10. Campus Food
      A-
    11. Student Life
      B
    12. Safety
      A+
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    Johnson University is an above-average private, Christian university located in Tennessee. It is a small institution with an enrollment of 690 undergraduate students. The Johnson University acceptance rate is 98%. Popular majors include Biblical Studies, Divinity, Ministry, and Pre-Theology, and Marriage and Family Therapy and Counseling. Graduating 63% of students, Johnson University alumni go on to earn a starting salary of $27,100.
    About Johnson University...
    Athletic Division
    NCCAA Division II
    Athletic Conference
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    Address
    7900 Johnson Dr
    Knoxville, TN 37998
    Website
    johnsonu.edu

    Johnson University Rankings

    Niche rankings are based on rigorous analysis of key statistics from the U.S. Department of Education and millions of reviews.

    Admissions

    Acceptance Rate
    98%
    Application Deadline
    June 1
    SAT Range
    980-1240
    ACT Range
    19-25
    Application Fee
    $35
    SAT/ACT
    Required
    High School GPA
    Required
    Early Decision/Early Action
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    Test Prep

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    Cost

    Net Price
    $15,639/ year
    National
    $15,523
    Average cost after financial aid for students receiving grant or scholarship aid, as reported by the college.
    Average Total Aid Awarded
    $7,785/ year
    National
    $7,535
    Students Receiving Financial Aid
    98%

    Academics

    Professors
    B-
    Based on faculty accomplishments, salary, student reviews, and additional factors.
    Student Faculty Ratio
    9:1
    Evening Degree Programs
    Yes
    86%
    of students agree that professors put a lot of effort into teaching their classes.14 responses
    76%
    of students agree that it is easy to get the classes they want.17 responses
    71%
    of students agree that the workload is easy to manage.17 responses

    Majors

    Most Popular Majors
    • Biblical Studies
      192 Graduates
    • Divinity, Ministry, and Pre-Theology
      42 Graduates
    • Marriage and Family Therapy and Counseling
      33 Graduates
    • Missionary Studies
      26 Graduates
    • Religious Vocations
      24 Graduates
    • Elementary Education
      18 Graduates
    • Non-Profit and Public Management
      17 Graduates
    • Communications
      9 Graduates
    • Physical Education Teaching and Coaching
      6 Graduates
    • Business
      4 Graduates

    Students

    Full-Time Enrollment
    690Undergrads
    Part-Time Undergrads
    124
    Undergrads Over 25
    8%
    Pell Grant
    54%
    Varsity Athletes
    20%
    Poll
    What one word or phrase best describes the typical student at this school?
    Based on 12 responses
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    • Friendly and caring people
      100%

    Campus Life

    Freshmen Live On-Campus
    92%
    Poll
    84%
    of students say they don't have Greek life.19 responses
    Poll
    81%
    of students say varsity sporting events are attended, but not a huge part of campus life.21 responses
    Poll
    What one word or phrase best describes your school?
    Based on 11 responses
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    • A positive schooling experience.
      73%
    • Home away from home
      18%
    • An extremely negative schooling experience.
      9%

    After College

    Median Earnings 6 Years After Graduation
    $29,800/ year
    National
    $33,028
    Graduation Rate
    63%
    National
    49%
    Employed 2 Years After Graduation
    91%
    National
    83%
    89%
    of students feel confident they will find a job in their field after graduation.9 responses
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    Johnson University Reviews

    269 reviews
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    Amazing community, even as a socially anxious person I had easily found friends. Class size is kept small, with some only having 10 students or as big as 40, but that is generally just for the freshman level courses. Professors are all friendly, flexible and understandable. Great Christian Atmosphere!
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    I love Johnson University! The Tennessee campus professors are so kind and help you with anything that you may need. I am dyslexic, and the school has made getting my education very enjoyable!
    It's my first year attending Johnson and I'd have to say my experience has been good overall. If you are looking for a good Christian education, Johnson is the place for you. The professors are very friendly and have a passion for the material. The campus community is very tight-knit. I feel like I've met some of my best friends for life at JU. The only bad side of it all is that being surrounded by a bunch of people who are like-minded can start to feel a little boring. Other than that, Johnson University is a great school!