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Johnson Bible College was established in 1893 as the School of the Evangelists by Ashley S. Johnson. It received its present name in 1909, and currently occupies a 350-acre campus in Knoxville, Tennessee. Every year, the college offers enrollment to more than 800 students from over 30 states and 10 foreign countries.
Johnson Bible College offers a number of associate's, bachelor's, and master's degree programs. Undergraduate courses are available in subjects like teacher education, preaching and church leadership, youth ministry, church music, intercultural studies, and counseling. Graduate programs are also offered in bible and educational technology, holistic education, marriage and family therapy, and teacher education.
The athletics department of JBC sponsors teams in basketball, baseball, soccer, cross country, and volleyball. The college is a member of the National Christian College Athletic Association.
Johnson Bible College can be found in Knoxville, TN (a rural site not far from an urban area). One of the defining characteristics of the school is its status as a Christian Churches and Churches of Christ school. Johnson Bible College is a private, not-for-profit institution. The Master's degree is the highest degree at the school.
The most common majors at Johnson Bible College are in education and teaching and religion and philosophy.
The school does not have an open admissions system. Not everyone who applies is accepted. Only 25% of students scored 480 or lower in 2007-2008 on the verbal SAT test. Math SAT scores at Johnson Bible College centered around 470 to 560, but ranged both higher and lower.
In 2007-2008, 901 students were enrolled in the school.
Johnson Bible College has a residential or campus feel. Student dorms or apartments are common at the school. Johnson Bible College offers students meal plans.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"www..jbc.edu/college/geninfo_mission.php"
More complete details are provided below.
Johnson Bible College
7900 Johnson Dr
Knoxville, TN 37998
General Phone: (865) 573-4517
http://www.jbc.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Religion and Philosophy | 124 | bible studies |
| Education and Teaching | 42 | elementary school teaching |
| Therapy and Counseling | 11 | marriage and family therapy |
Number of programs and degrees for Johnson Bible College in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 105 | 2 |
| Master's degree | 51 | 3 |
| Associate's degree | 21 | 1 |
In 2007-2008, Johnson Bible College had a total enrollment of 901 students (839 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 50% |
| Women | 50% |
| Full-Time | 100% |
| Part-Time | 0% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 85% |
| Graduate | 15% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 91% |
| Black | 1% |
| Hispanic | 1% |
| Asian | 1% |
| American Indian | 1% |
| Unknown | 5% |
| (Foreign Students) | 1% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 1% |
| 18-19 | 33% |
| 20-21 | 29% |
| 22-24 | 16% |
| 25-29 | 6% |
| 30-34 | 4% |
| 35-39 | 3% |
| 40-49 | 5% |
| 50-64 | 4% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Indiana | 24% |
| Tennessee | 18% |
| Ohio | 14% |
| Virginia | 7% |
| Pennsylvania | 5% |
| Kentucky | 5% |
| Missouri | 4% |
| North Carolina | 4% |
| Georgia | 3% |
| Florida | 3% |
| (International Students) | 2% |
| West Virginia | 2% |
| Alabama | 1% |
| Texas | 1% |
| New York | 1% |
| South Carolina | 1% |
| Michigan | 1% |
| Montana | 1% |
| Kansas | 1% |
| New Jersey | 1% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 80 % |
Johnson Bible College offers campus housing for 576 of its 839 (full-time) students. Freshmen are required to live on campus.
(Please refer to our profile of Knoxville, Tennessee for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Tennessee Colleges).
The school offers students a meal plan with 17 meals per week.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 213 | 202 | 95% | 118 | 58% |
| Men | 98 | 90 | 92% | 59 | 66% |
| Women | 115 | 112 | 97% | 59 | 53% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 480 | 612 |
| SAT Math | 470 | 560 |
| SAT Writing | 487 | 562 |
| ACT Verbal | 20 | 26 |
| ACT Math | 18 | 26 |
| ACT Composite | 20 | 26 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | recommended |
| Class Rank | required |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | recommended |
| Recommendations | required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 32% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 64% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
| Other Standardized Tests | not required |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 7,780 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 7,780 |
| Room and board | $ 4,890 |
| Room charge | $ 2,250 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 3,100 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,300 |
| Other expenses | $ 3,650 |
Financial Aid:
Johnson Bible College participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 349500)
Tenure Status of Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 25 | 5 |
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 13 | $57,405 | 3 | $58,110 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 5 | $54,943 | 0 | * |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 7 | $47,916 | 1 | * |
| Instructor | academic year | 0 | * | 1 | * |
| All faculty total | academic year | 25 | $54,255 | 5 | $52,124 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Elementary Education and Teaching
RELIGION AND PHILOSOPHY
Bible/Biblical Studies
THERAPY AND COUNSELING
Marriage and Family Therapy/Counseling
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Johnson Bible College Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 5% |  |
| Lowest tuition & fees (in-state) (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 11% | |
| Degrees concentrated in limited number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 13% | |
| % of accepted students who choose to enroll (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 15% | |
| % of degrees in education and teaching (vs. all colleges) | Top 17% | |
| Male % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 18% | |
| % of degrees in religion and philosophy (vs. all colleges) | Top 20% | |
Notable:
Christian Churches and Churches of Christ affiliation Accepts some high school credits Grants credits for AP courses Offers distance learning Career counseling Career services Student employment services On-campus day care Remedial classes for students Option to study abroad Offers part-time study On-campus library Offers campus housing Offers a board (meal) plan
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