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Johnson University offers a variety of scholarships for both undergraduate and graduate students. Click the Quick Links to find out more!
The Johnson Promise
Johnson Promise is for first-time, full-time freshmen who are eligible for the Tennessee Education Lottery (HOPE) Scholarship and the maximum Pell Grant. Unlike other scholarships available to Tennessee residents, Johnson Promise provides last-dollar tuition assistance and program access.
“Last-dollar” programs consider any additional public funding or grant the student is eligible for, like a federal Pell Grant. The amount of last-dollar funding that will be provided to cover tuition and program fees will vary from student to student and will depend on other public funding for which the student is eligible. Last-dollar programs only cover the last-dollar amount of costs left over after other financial aid is applied. The Johnson Promise will only cover the last-dollar amount of tuition and program service fees. It does not pay for books or other post-secondary expenses, including but not limited to course fees, meal plan costs, late registration fees, etc.
| Semester | Year Total | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition and fees | $10,159 | $20,318 |
| Pell and other federal grants | $4,197.50 | $8,395 |
| TN State Aid Scholarships | $5,000 | $10,000 |
| Johnson Promise Scholarship | $961.50 | $1923 |
| Balance | $0 | $0 |
This new program provides the support students need to be successful and to reach their dreams of earning a college degree. In addition to last-dollar assistance, the Johnson Promise provides:
- Free participation in pre-college programs, including Royal Welcome (new student orientation), Genesis Weekend, and early move in
- Participation in Johnson’s first-year “Success, Calling, and Purpose” course designed to support a successful transition to college
- Free access to the Academic Support Center and Career Services
- First-year student mentor small groups
Undergraduate Merit Scholarships
Amount/Description:
Amount varies. Based on highest ACT or SAT score and final cumulative GPA from high school or college. College transcript is used in lieu of a high school transcript for those who were enrolled in an institution of higher education seeking a degree and who attempted and completed 12 credit hours of course work.
Requirements:
• Must be full-time (minimum of 12 credits per semester)
• Initial scholarship is awarded the first year
• After first year awarded, the student must maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0
• Awards are tracked after every two semestersFor students not awarded a President’s Scholarship their initial year, if a 3.0 or higher cumulative GPA is achieved after their first year, the student may qualify for $900 annually for consecutive years. If a 4.0 cumulative GPA is achieved after their first year, the student may qualify for $1,800 annually for consecutive years. The student must maintain a 3.0 or better for continuation of the award.
This award is limited to four years of attendance at Johnson University Tennessee.
Contact the Financial Aid Office for more information.
Amount/Description:
For those who have competed and placed at national, state, or Johnson University competitions, awards are assessed based on review of the certificates upon submission. The award varies based on level of competition and placement as follows regardless of junior or senior high level:LEVEL 1ST PLACE 2ND PLACE 3RD PLACE 4TH PLACE NACC $2,000/YR (2 YRS) $1,500/YR (2 YRS) $1,000/YR (2 YRS) $500/YR (2 YRS) JOHNSON $2,000 FRESHMAN YR. $1,000 SOPHOMORE YR. $1,500/YR (2 YRS) $1,000 FRESHMAN YR. $500 SOPHOMORE YR. $0 STATE $2,000 FRESHMAN YR. $1,500 FRESHMAN YR. $1,000 FRESHMAN YR. $0 Requirements:
Johnson University also offers a participation award of $500. Requirements for this one-year award are:
- Minimum participation of three years in church-organized Bible Bowl competition at the senior high level.
- Certificate amounts take priority over three-year participation award.
- Complete the Bible Bowl Scholarship Application.
Requirements for certificate amount:
- The amount is determined by the level of competition. The awards cannot be stacked with multiple certificates and scholarship is awarded for the highest placement during years of competition. Please contact the Financial Aid Office to discuss.
Click here to apply.
Amount/Description:
Up to $5,000 annually (select students)Requirements:
- Often awarded to a sophomore or junior.
- Awarded to those who are working in or have great promise for impacting the area outside the US for Christ.
Click here to apply.
Amount/Description:
For those who have competed and placed at national, state, or local competitions. Awards range from $500 to $6,000 (over four years) as follows:LEVEL 1ST PLACE 2ND PLACE 3RD PLACE NATION & STATE $6,000 ($750 PER SEMESTER FOR FOUR YEARS) $4,000 ($500 PER SEMESTER FOR FOUR YEARS) $2,000 ($250 PER SEMESTER FOR FOUR YEARS) LOCAL $1,000 (1ST YEAR) $750 (1ST YEAR) $500 (1ST YEAR) Requirements:
Johnson awards scholarships to the following preaching competitions:
• TCTC – state amounts according to the table.
• PreachFEST – amounts according to the Dean of the School of Congregational Ministry.
• Preacher Boy – local amounts.
• Ohio Teens for Christ – national or state placement, or as according to certificates presented.
• Stone Campbell Journal – $2,500 one time for freshman year.The PreachFEST scholarships that are awarded vary in amounts. If a student receives $2,000 or less it will be awarded at the beginning of their freshman year at Johnson. If the award is above $2,000 it will be split over the four years of their undergraduate work. Scholarships will be awarded based on the highest placement.
Contact the Financial Aid Office for more information.
Undergraduate Program Scholarships
Amount/Qualifications:
$1,000 annually (select students). Click here to apply.Amount/Qualifications:
$1,000 annually (select students). Click here to apply.Amount/Qualifications:
$1,000 annually (select students). Click here to apply.Amount/Qualifications:
$1,000 annually (select students). Click here to apply.Amount/Qualifications:
$1,000 annually (select students). Click here to apply.Amount/Qualifications:
Up to $1,000 annually (select students). Click here to apply.Amount/Qualifications:
$1,000 annually (select students). Click here to apply.Amount/Qualifications:
$1,000–$1,500 annually, four years only
• Freshman through junior year, automatic $1,000
• Senior year with 3.0 cumulative GPA, $1,500Contact the Financial Aid Office for more information.
Amount/Qualifications:
$375—$750 annually, four years only
• Freshman year, automatic $375
• Sophomore through junior year with 2.5 cumulative GPA, $500
• Senior year with 3.0 cumulative GPA, $750Contact the Financial Aid Office for more information.
Amount/Qualifications:
$1,000 annually (select students). Click here to apply.Amount/Qualifications:
$1,000 annually (select students). Click here to apply.Amount/Qualifications:
$1,000 annually (select students). Click here to apply.Amount/Qualifications:
$1,000 annually (select students). Click here to apply.Amount/Qualifications:
$1,000 annually (select students). Click here to apply.
Minority Scholarships
Amount/Qualifications:
Amount: $1,200 per academic year up to a maximum of $4,800 for four years.Requirements:
• Sophomore, junior, or senior minority student pursuing a teaching degree. Recipient will be selected by Teacher Education Committee.Contact the Financial Aid Office for more information.
Students are deemed eligible for this scholarship based on their self-reported ethnicity during the enrollment process, the registrar’s survey, and/or their high school transcripts. Students who are interested must inquire with the financial aid office. Students receive $1,000 annually.
In addition, the student must maintain a 2.5 or higher high school or college GPA. Once the student receives the scholarship they do not need to re-apply every year. It would be renewed the following year when the counselor awards the students. Click here to apply.
Service Scholarships
Amount/Qualifications:
Amount: 1/3 to 1/2 tuition annuallyRequirements:
• Parent(s) serves as an international missionary (outside the United States)
• Full-time degree-seeking studentAdditional Details:
• Students will receive qualifying institutional aid first.
• Once aid is determined, if it does not exceed $2,000 annually, the student will receive 1/2 of tuition.
• If aid exceeds $2,000, the student will receive 1/3 of tuition.
• Total institutional aid cannot exceed annual tuition.
• Cannot be used in conjunction with Christian Ministry Scholarship or International Scholarship.Click here to apply.
Amount/Qualifications:
Amount: $1,000-$2,000 annuallyRequirements:
• Open to dependent undergraduate students (incoming freshman – rising senior) whose parent(s) meet the following within ministry:
• Works 30 hours or more per week in a preaching/teaching role at a local church congregation.
• The ministry is the family’s primary source of income.
• Full-time degree-seeking student.
• Verification of parent’s or applicant’s employment with documents of income.
• Cannot be used in conjunction with a Missionary Scholarship.If student receives $2,000 or more in institutional aid annually, the student is only eligible to receive $1,000 annually.
Click here to apply.
Amount/Qualifications:
Amount varies. The student must be selected to be a summer recruitment team member. Contact the Financial Aid Office for more information.
Qualifying Scholarships
Amount/Qualifications:
Amount: 1/3 tuition annuallyRequirements:
• Married student (married at least three years)
• Both spouses enrolled full-time and seeking degrees at Johnson University
• One award per household
• Cannot be used in conjunction with Married Student ScholarshipContact the Financial Aid Office for more information.
Amount/Qualifications:
Amount: $400 per studentRequirements:
• Have either two or more children at Johnson or a child and parent at Johnson University Tennessee. Cannot be used in conjunction with Married Student or Tuition Reduction ScholarshipsClick here to apply.
Amount/Qualifications:
Johnson University is a member of the Tuition Exchange scholarship program through which dependents of eligible employees may attend other Tuition Exchange institutions through a reciprocal scholarship program. Tuition Exchange scholarships are not guaranteed and are based on a balance between students exported and imported to the institution. Further information is available at Tuitionexchange.org.Amount/Qualifications:
Amount: 1/3 to ½ tuition annuallyRequirements:
• Student from foreign country
• Full-time degree-seeking student
• Not eligible for United States government aid
• Can work on work-study program earning wages to cover half room and board
• Approval from Financial AidStipulations to receiving International Student Scholarship:
• Student will receive qualifying institutional aid first. Please contact the Financial Aid Office to determine other Johnson awards that can be used in conjunction with this scholarship.
• Once aid is determined, if it does not exceed $1,000 annually, the student will receive 1/2 of tuition.
• If aid exceeds $1,000, the student will receive 1/3 of tuition.
• Total institutional aid cannot exceed annual tuition.Click here to apply.
Amount/Qualifications:
Amount: $1,000 annuallyRequirements:
• Full-time degree-seeking student
• First-generation college student (neither parent has a college degree)
• EFC of 7500 or less
• 2.50 or higher high school or college GPAClick here for the application procedures and application form.
Amount/Qualifications:
Amount: VariesRequirements:
• Composite ACT score of 19 or higher preferred; minimum composite ACT score of 17
• Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher preferred; minimum cumulative GPA of 2.67
• Graduate of one of the following institutions:-
- Austin-East, Fulton, South Doyle, West, Central
- Future of Hope
• Eligible recipient of the Federal Pell Grant
Click here for the application procedures and application form.
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Need-Based Scholarships
Amount/Qualifications:
Amount: Up to $3,000 annually, four years onlyRequirements:
• Full-time degree-seeking student (minimum of 12 credits per semester)
• Initial scholarship is awarded the first year. After the first year, the student must maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.75 each semester to remain eligible in the subsequent semester. Awarding procedure:
• The amount awarded is determined by the Financial Aid Office. It is calculated based on the individual facts and circumstances of each student.Contact the Financial Aid Office for more information.
Graduate Scholarships
Amount/Description:
The following scholarships are awarded during the spring semester by the Counseling Department. The scholarships are annual awards that start in the fall. All awards require the student to maintain full-time enrollment status (at least 9 credits per term).• Program Scholarship: $1,500 per year. Criteria considered for the Program Scholarship include:
• Academic (GPA, MAT/GRE scores, previous academic performance in GCP)
• Contribution to diversity (enhancement of diversity within the GCP, including but not limited to race, gender, socioeconomic, age, and background)
• Professional Promise (potential for success as a professional counselor, vision and passion for field, unique interests within ministry of counseling)
• Graduate Assistantship: $2,200 per year. The student engages in professional development activities for a prescribed number of hours per week under the direct supervision and mentorship of FT faculty members.Click here to apply.
Amount/Description:
The following scholarship is awarded each spring for the upcoming academic year. The award is earned during the fall (50%) and spring semester (50%). The Teacher Education Graduate Committee is responsible for selecting the award recipients.To obtain the award the candidate must have passed all chapels attempted and have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher. The award amount depends on the candidate’s cumulative GPA as follows:
Cumulative GPA Award 3.9 – 4.0 $2,000 3.75 – 3.89 $1,750 3.5 – 3.74 $1,500 3.25 – 3.49 $1,250 3.0 – 3.24 $1,000 Contact the Financial Aid Office for more information.