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| Mission |
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The purpose of Johnson Bible College is to educate students for specialized Christian ministries with emphasis on preaching and provides programs in Christian leadership and community service. [More] |
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| Location / Campus Facilities |
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JBC's 350 acre campus is located 12 miles southeast
of Knoxville, Tennessee. [Map]
Two modern dormitories, housing
294 students each, and the 30,000 sq. ft. Richardson Hall exemplify a commitment to providing quality facilities
that enhance the academic, spiritual and personal development
of our students. [More] |
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| Accreditation |
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Johnson is accredited by the Association for Biblical Higher
Education (5575 South
Semoran Boulevard, Suite 26, Orlando, FL 32822-1781, Phone: 407-207-0808) and by the Commission on Colleges of the
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools to award associate,
bachelor's and master's degrees. Inquiries to the Commission (1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, Georgia 30033-4097, Telephone: 404-679-4500) should relate only to the accreditation status of the institution. The teacher education program is
approved by the Tennessee State Board of Education.
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| Academic |
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A variety of associate, bachelor, and master's degrees are available. [More] |
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| Undergraduate |
| Every undergraduate student completes a major in Bible with an accompanying major or minor in one of the following vocational areas: |
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- Preaching and Church Leadership
- Preaching and Youth Ministry
- Teacher Education:
- Pre-Kindergarten and Kindergarten
- Early Childhood Education (Pre/K-3)
- Elementary Education (K-6)
- English as a Second Language (K-12)
- Dual Licensure—Elementary Education (K-6) and English as a Second Language (K-12)
- Middle School Education/History (4-8)
- Middle School Education/Literature (4-8)
- Children’s Ministry
- Children’s Ministry and Preschool/Day Care
- Church Music
- Counseling
- Intercultural Studies:
- Islamic Studies
- Applied Linguistics
- Missions
- Urban Studies
- Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages
- Leadership and Ministry Preparation (adult degree completion)
- Management of Non-Profit Organizations
- Media Ministry
- Music/Worship Ministry
- Youth Ministry
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| Graduate |
| The following graduate programs are offered: |
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- New Testament
(distance learning)
- Master of Arts Post-baccalaureate Teacher Education K-6 (MAP)
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- Holistic Education
- Marriage and Family Therapy / Professional Counseling
- Bible & Educational Technology
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| Tuition and Costs: 2009-10 Academic Year |
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Tuition and Fees (year) |
$8,610 |
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Room & Board (year) |
$4,890 |
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Total (year) |
$13,500 |
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In the 2008/09 school year, students came from 34
states and 10 foreign countries. The table below further
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the fall enrollment of 801. |
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Men |
Women |
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Undergraduate |
348 |
337 |
685 |
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Graduate |
75 |
41 |
116 |
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Total |
423 |
378 |
801 |
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Johnson is a nondenominational college
associated with the Independent Christian Churches/Churches
of Christ
whose
heritage
is rooted
in the Restoration Movement (also known as the Stone-Campbell
Movement). While the majority of students come from these
churches, followers of Christ from many denominations
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Johnson Bible College is a member of the National Christian
College Athletic Association (NCCAA) and offers varsity
athletics in men ’s
and women’s basketball and soccer, men’s baseball, and women’s volleyball. [More] |
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Founded in 1893 by Ashley S. Johnson, Johnson Bible College enjoys a rich heritage as the second oldest continuing Bible College in the United States. [More] |
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