Johnson University Admission Requirements

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Johnson University Admission Overview

Johnson University admission requirements are moderately competitive. Last year Johnson University admitted 65.1% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 3.52 GPA (A-) and SAT 960-1110 / ACT 18-24. Johnson University is test-optional, so you choose whether to send SAT or ACT. Those figures describe last year's class, not a score you must hit.

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Johnson University is test-optional. You choose whether to send SAT or ACT.

Source: IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Johnson University Acceptance Rate

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Acceptance rate

65.1%

Admission Standards

Very Easy

Applicant Competition

Low

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Acceptance Rate

The Johnson University acceptance rate is 65.1%. Last year, 517 of 794 applicants were admitted. That is the 13th lowest acceptance rate in Tennessee.

Admission Selectivity

How hard is it to get into Johnson University and can you get accepted?

Johnson University is a moderately competitive school to get into, admitting a large majority of applicants. You have a strong chance of acceptance if you meet last year's profile.

Johnson University typically attracts "A-" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.52. Most incoming freshmen graduate in the top half of their high school class. 32% of those admitted chose to enroll.

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Johnson University GPA

GPA of enrolled freshmen

Avg. High School GPA

3.52

Typical High School Grades

A-

Average GPA (4.0 Scale) 3.52

0.0 1.0 2.0 3.0 4.0

Average GPA

Enrolled freshmen at Johnson University typically have around a 3.52 GPA (A-) on a 4.0 scale. That is last year's class average, not a cutoff. Enrolled students typically have very good grades in high school. Johnson University is test-optional. If you withhold SAT or ACT, GPA carries more weight.

The school ranks #20 in Tennessee for highest average GPA.

See additional colleges accepting applicants in the 3.5 GPA range.

Competitiveness by GPA Ranges

Share of last year's freshmen in each GPA range, compared with the rest of the class.

High school GPA ranges for enrolled Johnson University freshmen
High School GPA	Freshmen Within Range	Competitiveness
4.0	6.21%	Good
3.75 to 3.99	35.17%	Avg +
3.50 to 3.74	19.31%	Avg -
3.25 to 3.49	13.1%	Avg -
3.00 to 3.24	14.49%	Reach
2.50 to 2.99	11.03%	Reach
2.00 to 2.49	0.69%	Reach
1.00 to 1.99	0%	Reach
less than 1.00	0%	Reach

What do these figures mean?

GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2024

Johnson University SAT Scores

SAT scores of enrolled freshmen

SAT Range

960-1110

Freshmen who sent SAT

25%

25th Percentile Scores

Reading 490
Math 470
Composite 960

75th Percentile Scores

Reading 570
Math 540
Composite 1110

Average SAT

Enrolled testers at Johnson University typically score around a 1040 SAT (middle 50% 960–1110) out of 1600. That is last year's class, not a cutoff. The average SAT of enrolled testers is about the 47th percentile nationally. Johnson University ranks #25 in the state of Tennessee for highest average SAT composite score.

SAT Range (25th-75th Percentile) 960 to 1110

800 1000 1200 1400 1600

SAT policy

Johnson University is test-optional. You choose whether to send SAT. If you send a score, it is considered.

View other colleges which accept students in the 1040 SAT score range.

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

How SAT scores compare with last year's enrolled testers

This table compares SAT ranges with last year's enrolled testers and the school's acceptance rate. It is not a personal chance of admission. If you withhold SAT, skip this table.

SAT ranges vs last year's enrolled testers at Johnson University
SAT Score (1600 scale)	Competitiveness	Admission Chances
1110+	Above 75th	>78%
1040 to 1110	Avg +	66%-78%
960 to 1040	Avg -	49%-66%
Below 960	Below mid-50	<49%

What do these figures mean?

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Johnson University ACT Scores

ACT scores among enrolled freshmen

ACT Range

18-24

Freshmen reporting ACT

78%

25th Percentile Scores

English 17
Math 16
Composite 18

75th Percentile Scores

English 24
Math 24
Composite 24

Average ACT

Incoming testers at Johnson University typically have around a 21 ACT (mid-50 18–24) on the 36 scale. That reflects last year's enrolled testers, not a cutoff. That average sits near the 57th percentile of ACT takers nationwide. Johnson University places #23 among colleges in Tennessee for highest average ACT composite.

ACT Range (25th-75th Percentile) 18 to 24

1 9 18 27 36

ACT policy

You may apply to Johnson University without ACT. A score you do send is still reviewed.

See colleges with similar ACT profiles in the 21.0 ACT score range.

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

How ACT scores compare with last year's enrolled testers

This table compares ACT ranges with last year's enrolled testers and the school's acceptance rate. They are not your individual odds. If you leave ACT off your application, you can skip this table.

ACT bands compared with last year's enrolled testers at Johnson University
ACT Score (36 scale)	Competitiveness	Admission Chances
24+	Above 75th	>78%
21 to 24	Avg +	65%-78%
18 to 21	Avg -	49%-65%
Below 18	Below mid-50	<49%

How to read these figures

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Estimate How You Compare

See how your GPA and scores compare with last year's enrolled testers. You can mark that you will withhold scores.

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Admission Statistics

Admission and enrollment rates by gender are detailed in the table below.

Johnson University admission statistics
	Women	Men	Total
Applied	462	332	794
Accepted	303	214	517
Acceptance Rate	66%	64%	65%
Enrolled	97	70	167
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield)	32%	33%	32%

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Application Requirements

What are the requirements for admission to Johnson University and what student information is used for admission decisions?

Johnson University application requirements
Requirement	Used for Admission
Test Scores	Not required for admission, but considered if submitted (Test Optional)
High School GPA	Required to be considered for admission
High School Class Rank	Not considered for admission, even if submitted
Completion of College Preparatory Program	Not required for admission, but considered if submitted
Recommendations	Required to be considered for admission
Demonstration of Competencies	Not required for admission, but considered if submitted

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Fall 2027 Application Deadline

Applications Due

Aug 1, 2027

Days left to Apply

335

Applicants have 335 days left until the Fall 2027 term applications are due on Aug 1, 2027.

Application Fee

The cost for prospective students to apply to Johnson University is $35.

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Credits Accepted

High school credits accepted at Johnson University
Credit Type	Accepted
AP Credit	Yes
Dual Credit	Yes
Credit for Life Experiences	No

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Admission summary

Johnson University is test-optional for 2024-25. Last year it admitted 65.1% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 3.52 GPA (about an A- average). Send SAT/ACT if you are at or above this campus mid-50 (960-1110); otherwise withhold. Mid-50 scores, where shown, are enrolled testers, not cutoffs.

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025