Johnson University

Johnson University

Southeast Region
Rural Campus Setting
Very Small Size
708 Undergrad Enrollment
11:1 Student:Faculty
Doctor's degree Highest Degree
Accepts Tuition Rewards

From Johnson University

Do you have a vision for a better world? If so, what is your part in it, and what preparation do you need to be successful? For more than 120 years, Johnson University has helped bright, service-minded students answer that very question. Our challenging curriculum and Christ-centered environment provide a powerful combination that fosters strong bonds, bold purpose and endless possibilities.

Nestled among the foothills of the Smoky Mountains, Johnson University Tennessee holds accreditation by SACSCOC and ABHE and is one of the finest and most respected Christian universities in the country.

Johnson University Tennessee is part of the Johnson University System, which offers more than 70 bachelor’s, master's, Ph.D., and associate's programs across three campuses—in East Tennessee, Central Florida and online. All programs include an Arts & Sciences Core, a Bible & Theology Core and a professional major or minor—designed to equip individuals for Christian ministries and other strategic vocations to extend the kingdom of God.

Johnson University offers majors in Teacher Education, Business and Management of Nonprofit Organizations, Preaching and Youth Ministry, Media and Worship Ministry, Counseling/Human Services, Intercultural Studies (Missions), Sport and Fitness Leadership, Nursing,  Life Sciences and more. For a full list of programs, visit https://johnsonu.edu/academics/bachelors-degrees/tennessee/. 

JUTN offers a variety of NAIA sports for men and women. Visit our athletics website for more information at https://johnsonu.edu/athletics/. Apply today at JohnsonU.edu/Apply!

Neighborhood

Located in a residential area of Knoxville, Johnson University's campus offers a quieter setting while remaining accessible to the city's amenities. Students can easily reach downtown Knoxville's restaurants, shops, and entertainment venues, with convenient access to local parks and outdoor recreation. The neighborhood provides a good balance between a peaceful college environment and proximity to urban conveniences for weekend activities and dining options.
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20
Minimal Biking
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Restaurants & Bars
Daily Needs
Grocery & Services
Shopping & Entertainment
Shopping & Entertainment
Health & Wellness
Gyms, Parks & Hospitals
Transit Access
Rail (subway, train, light rail)
Bus stops & stations

Admissions & Enrollment

  REQ Required REC Recommended CON Considered NR Not Required
Highschool GPA
Highschool Rank
Highschool Record
College Preparatory Program
Recommendations
Admission test scores
· REQ = Required
· REC = Recommended
· CON = Considered
· NR = Not Required
Standardized Tests % Submitted Score Range  
SAT 22 890 - 1090  
ACT 67 19 - 24  
Freshmen Class Total Men Women Another
Number of applicants 610 39 % 60 % -
Number admitted 328 38 % 61 % 1 %
Number enrolled 181 37 % 62 % -
Does not fall into either of the mutually exclusive binary categories provided

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Majors & Degrees

Degree is in the top 10 based on undergradate enrollment.
Degree is in the top 5 based on enrollment at the postgraduate level.
Area of Study Major Assoc. Bachelor Master Doctor Cert.
Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services
Business Administration and Management
Non-Profit/Public/Organizational Management
Organizational Leadership
Organizational Behavior Studies
Communication, Journalism, and Related Programs
Mass Communication/Media Studies
Broadcast Journalism
International and Intercultural Communication
Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication
Communications Technologies/Technicians and Support Services
Recording Arts Technology/Technician
Education
Bilingual and Multilingual Education
Educational/Instructional Technology
Special Education and Teaching
Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services
Early Childhood Education and Teaching
Elementary Education and Teaching
Junior High/Intermediate/Middle School Education and Teaching
Kindergarten/Preschool Education and Teaching
Secondary Education and Teaching
Teacher Education, Multiple Levels
English/Language Arts Teacher Education
History Teacher Education
Music Teacher Education
Physical Education Teaching and Coaching
Teaching English as a Second or Foreign Language/ESL Language Instructor
English Language and Literature/Letters
English Language and Literature
General Literature
Family and Consumer Sciences/Human Sciences
Family and Community Services
Human Development and Family Studies
Foreign Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics
Applied Linguistics
Health Professions and Related Programs
Pre-Nursing Studies
Community Health Services/Liaison/Counseling
Marriage and Family Therapy/Counseling
Mental Health Counseling/Counselor
Public Health
History
History
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
General Studies
Mathematics and Statistics
Mathematics
Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies
Biological and Physical Sciences
Parks, Recreation, Leisure, Fitness, and Kinesiology
Sport and Fitness Administration/Management
Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness
Philosophy and Religious Studies
Applied and Professional Ethics
Philosophy and Religious Studies
Religion/Religious Studies
Psychology
Psychology
Social Sciences
Development Economics and International Development
Theology and Religious Vocations
Bible/Biblical Studies
Missions/Missionary Studies
Lay Ministry
Pastoral Studies/Counseling
Urban Ministry
Youth Ministry
Religious/Sacred Music
Divinity/Ministry
Visual and Performing Arts
Music
Digital Arts

Athletics

NAIA Division II
Sport Men Women
Baseball
Basketball
Soccer
Softball
Tennis
Volleyball

Mission Statement

To educate students for Christian ministries and other strategic vocations framed by the Great Commission in order to extend the kingdom of God among all nations.