Where faith shapes purpose

Johnson University is a Christ-centered community where students grow in faith, deepen their purpose, and prepare for meaningful service in their careers and in the world.

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One degree. Two majors.Bible & Theology, plus the major you came for.
440 acresTen miles from downtown Knoxville.
98%of students receive scholarships.

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98% receive scholarships All 33 bachelor's degrees

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A 2025–2026 College of Distinction

Recognized as a Christian college, and for Business, Education, affordability and as a Tennessee school.

Student life

Discover who you are and who God has called you to be.

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Housing
Residence halls on a 440-acre campus, where many of your professors are also your neighbors.
Activities and clubs
Intramural pickleball and spikeball, student government, preaching teams and waffle nights.
Knoxville
Downtown is ten miles away, and the Smokies are close enough for a Saturday.

Housing
Residence halls on a 440-acre campus, where many of your professors are also your neighbors.
Activities and clubs
Intramural pickleball and spikeball, student government, preaching teams and waffle nights.
Knoxville
Downtown is ten miles away, and the Smokies are close enough for a Saturday.

Spiritual life

At Johnson, faith is woven into everyday life. Through worship, Scripture, and service, you’ll grow in your relationship with Christ as you prepare to live out your purpose.

Students gathered for chapel in the auditorium — Chapel
The whole campus, together, to worship and hear the Word.

A speaker leading an outdoor worship night on the steps of a columned hall — Ministry
Preaching teams, missions and worship nights led by students.

Two students reading together at an outdoor retreat — Formation
Classes and retreats that shape how you think, pray and live.

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Johnson University Athletics

Johnson University is a member of the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA) and the Appalachian Athletic Conference (AAC). Students love playing at our new Athletic & Recreation Complex!