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Johnson University

Johnson University is a small, private institution located in Knoxville, tn. Founded in 1893, Johnson University offers undergraduate degrees in 64 majors.

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Key stats

college-type 4 Year, Private
athletics N/A
undergraduates 668 undergraduates
cost $19,274 undergraduate tuition
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Admissions

Will I get into Johnson University? Here’s what we know about who has! SAT/ACT scores are required to apply. Check here for college application deadline info or visit the school’s website.

Acceptance rate 63.2%
SAT score average 1084
ACT score average N/A
Average high school GPA 3.52
Application fee $35
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Key deadlines

June
30
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Academics

The degree program or major you pursue is major! Johnson University is known for one of its top majors: Bible/Biblical Studies. Their student-faculty ratio is 10:1.

Graduation rate
Retention Rate
10 :1
Student to faculty ratio

Popular degree programs

Other
Business and Management
Education and Teaching
Languages and Literature
Social Sciences and Psychology
Health and Medical Professions
Arts, Design, and Humanities

Popular majors

Bible/Biblical Studies
Theological and Ministerial Studies
Business Administration, Management and Operations
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods
Philosophy
Psychology, General
Missions/Missionary Studies and Missiology

Annual tuition & cost

In state

Undergraduate tuition $19,274
Additional expenses
Room & board $8,664
Books & supplies $1,200
Other expenses $1,825
Cost of attendance* $30,963
Average financial aid package $13,856
Estimated cost $17,107 See my potential costs

Out of state

Undergraduate tuition $19,274
Additional expenses
Room & board $8,664
Books & supplies $1,200
Other expenses $1,825
Cost of attendance* $30,963
Average financial aid package $13,856
Estimated cost $17,107 See my potential costs

June 30 FAFSA® deadline

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Student population

Who’s going to be there? Johnson University has a total undergraduate enrollment of 668, with gender binary students split 47% male and 53% female.

Total enrollment

953

Enrollment by gender

Male
Female

Enrollment & ethnicity

White %
58%
African American %
3%
Hispanic American %
2%
Asian %
0%
Native American %
0%
Hawaiian/Pacific Islander %
NA
Multiracial %
2%
Unknown %
35%

Student type

Full-time
Living on campus
International

Campus life

Find your people & try new things

At Johnson University, students love their Student Government Association. Freshmen are required to live on campus.

Campus info

map 7900 Johnson Dr, Knoxville, TN 37998
phone 865-573-4517
address johnsonu.edu/
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Popular clubs & activities

Student government association

International student association

Harvesters (missions)

International justice mission

Students promoting social unity

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Athletics

NCAA Division level
Varsity sportsNo
Intramural sportsYes
greek-life

Greek life

Female
Male

Frequently asked questions

Get answers to common questions about Johnson University to help you figure out where you want to apply.

Where is Johnson University?

Johnson University is located in Knoxville, tn.

What is the acceptance rate at Johnson University? 

The acceptance rate for Johnson University is 63%.

What’s the average GPA for Johnson University?

The average high school GPA for Johnson University students was 3.52.

How much does it cost for 4 years at Johnson University?  

The estimated cost for 4 years at Johnson University including tuition, room and board, and books and other fees is $123,852.

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