Apr 2, 2025 · Our students double major – a major in Bible & Theology and a major of their choice. Our campus is 440 beautiful acres – but just 10 miles from downtown Knoxville. Many of our faculty live on campus.

From its beginning as the School of Evangelists in 1893 to Johnson Bible College in 1909 to Johnson University in 2011, JU has been a place of deep faith, consistent prayer, and hard work. Explore our history in the interactive timeline below!

The Johnson University mission is 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. Explore our site to learn more about the JU mission, our academic programs, and student life on our campus.

Johnson could be the place that changes your future, your relationships, and your faith. Each of Johnson’s undergraduate programs includes both a Bible and Theology major and an arts and sciences core; seven different schools house the various majors and areas of professional study.

We believe Johnson is a place where you can learn about yourself, learn about God, and take your next steps toward the life you’re longing for. Take a look around, and reach out if we can help! Can we connect with you?

At Johnson University, we’re dedicated to helping students discover how to use their passions and gifts to make a difference for Christ. Whether they are called to global missions, church leadership, or other strategic vocations, our Christ-centered education equips students to serve the Kingdom of God and live out their faith in meaningful ways.

Johnson University Online helps students improve themselves spiritually, personally, and professionally at an affordable cost. Reasonably priced education; Associate, bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral degree options; Variety of professional disciplines; Biblically-based education; Opportunities to nurture your faith

Johnson often claimed the only endowment Johnson Bible College had was “the Lord and a herd of Holstein cows.” The operation of the farm, however, was greatly reduced beginning in the 1960s, due to the wide availability of government-sponsored scholarships, grants, and loans, and new agricultural requirements and standards.

Whether you're an incoming freshman, a transfer student, or a graduate student, this is the place to begin your application and join our community. Welcome to Johnson!

Discover the sports we offer and get to know the coaches in Johnson University's athletic programs.