Johnson University

About Johnson University

Visitors to Johnson University in Knoxville talk about the grounds more than anything else, calling the campus beautiful, clean and calm. Several reviewers praise professors who care about their students and staff who stop to help, though one visitor found the person they met less than friendly. The university holds a 4.7 rating from 128 Google reviews.

Arranging a campus visit at Johnson University

The university's website lists preview days and individual campus visits. Families can also ask for a visit from its recruitment team. The offices keep weekday hours from 8:30 am to 5:00 pm, so a tour fits best between Monday and Friday.

Knoxville averages 54.8 inches of precipitation a year, per NOAA normals for 1991-2020. The same normals put the city at 3911 heating degree days and 1364 cooling degree days.

Choosing a degree path at Johnson

The school describes itself as a Christian university. Its founders, Ashley and Emma Johnson, opened it in 1893 and were its first two presidents. Today its website names degrees from the associate level up to the doctorate, along with online, honors and certificate programs.

Applicants should settle which route applies to them before starting. The university lists separate paths for transfer, graduate and dual enrollment students, among others. It also names a veterans support center and disability services for students who need them.

Working out costs with Johnson University

The university says affordability has been part of its aim since its earliest years. Its website lists pages for tuition, scholarships and financial aid, and it covers housing and dining under student life. Before applying, families can run the TN Net Price Calculator on the university's website to estimate their own cost.

In the business's own words

Johnson University was founded in 1893 by Ashley and Emma Johnson, who served as the school’s first two presidents. From the beginning the University has been marked by strong leadership, a clear mission, and a focus on affordability.

From the business's Google listing, checked Oct 2026.

What the listing mentions

• Wheelchair accessible entrance
• Wheelchair accessible parking
• Wheelchair accessible restroom
• On-site parking
• Free parking lot

From the business's Google listing, checked Oct 2026.

Google Reviews

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