Skip to main content
CollegeHelpGuide
Johnson University logo

Johnson University

Knoxville, TN·Private nonprofit·743 students
Last updated: March 22, 2026

A good fit for students who want small classes and close faculty access. earnings-to-debt ratio is tight. a private nonprofit school with 743 students.

65%
Accept
743
Students
$22,063
Net Price
57%
Grad Rate
$31,700
Earnings
10 yr
$21,500
Debt

About This School

Johnson University is a private nonprofit institution located in Knoxville, Tennessee with approximately 743 undergraduate students enrolled. Johnson University has an open or accessible admissions process, with an acceptance rate of 65%. The average net price after financial aid is $22,063 per year. The graduation rate is 57%, and the typical graduate earns $31,700 within 10 years of enrollment.

Johnson University is a private Christian university headquartered in Kimberlin Heights, Tennessee, United States. Rooted in the tenets of the Restoration Movement, it maintains affiliation with the Christian churches and churches of Christ.

Worth considering if you're looking for a tight-knit Christian university with a clear faith-based mission rooted in the Restoration Movement — the relatively low median debt of $13,500 is a genuine plus. However, the numbers tell a mixed story: a 62% graduation rate and median earnings of just $31,700 a decade out suggest many students either don't finish or struggle to find high-paying work afterward. If career earnings matter to your family's long-term financial picture, go in with open eyes and ask hard questions about job placement in your specific field.

Founded
1893
Setting
Fringe rural
Religious Affiliation
Pentecostal Holiness Church
Avg Faculty Salary
$6,075

Popular Programs

Psychology12%
Education12%
Business & Marketing8%
Visual & Performing Arts5%
Communications3%
Health Professions2%

Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.

Notable Alumni

Oren E. Long

Source: Wikidata. Used for context only.

Admissions

Test Policy: Considered but not required

SAT Scores

Average Composite1078
Reading 75th %ile570
Math 75th %ile540

ACT Scores

Midpoint Composite22

Cost & Financial Aid

In-State Tuition
$21,122
Out-of-State Tuition
$21,122
Avg Net Price
$22,063
after aid

Net Price by Family Income

Under $30k$17,246
$30–48k$19,212
$48–75k$23,206
$75–110k$25,075
$110k+$24,860

Average annual cost after grants/scholarships, by household income. Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.

Financial Aid

Students receiving Pell Grants39%
Median debt at graduation$21,500

Full Cost

After Graduation

Graduation Rate
57%
within 6 years
Retention Rate
69%
freshmen returning
Earnings (10 yr)
$31,700
after enrollment
Median Debt
$21,500
at graduation

Earnings 6 Years After Enrollment, by Gender

Male graduates$31,200
Female graduates$24,800

Gap: 21% less for female graduates. National avg ~16%.

Will This School Pay Off?

Median Debt
$21,500
at graduation
Earnings (6 yr)
$28,200
after enrollment
Earnings (10 yr)
$31,700
after enrollment
Earnings-to-Debt Ratio: 1.5x

Worth scrutinizing. Median earnings relative to debt are tight.

Earnings data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. These are means across all graduates, not specific to any major.

Student Body

White71%
Black6%
Hispanic/Latino7%
Asian1%
Two or more races3%
International9%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (743 undergraduates).

Contact & Location

Address

Johnson University

7900 Johnson Dr

Knoxville, TN 37998

View on Google Maps →

Other Schools in Tennessee

Browse all Tennessee schools →

Sources & Methodology

Data

Primary data source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Accessed via automated sync. Latest values may come from different reporting years depending on the metric.

Contextual Enrichment

School overview from Wikipedia. Used for context only, not as a primary data source for admissions, cost, or outcomes claims.

Important Caveats
  • Earnings figures are institution-level averages, not major-specific.
  • Some metrics are based on Title IV financial aid recipients only.
  • Some values may be privacy-suppressed or rolled up by the Department of Education.
  • Contact the school directly for current admissions requirements and costs.
Trademarks

All school names, logos, and trademarks are the property of their respective owners. Their use on this page is for identification purposes only and does not imply endorsement or affiliation with CollegeHelpGuide.