Overview
Enrollment
| Location | Hawkins, Texas |
| Online | jarvis.edu |
| School Type | Private 4 Year |
| Setting | Distant Rural |
| Religious Affiliation | Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) |
| Size | Small |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad |
Jarvis Christian College, located in the rural East Texas town of Hawkins, is a private historically Black institution affiliated with the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ). Founded in 1912 through a collaboration between the Christian Woman's Board of Missions and philanthropist Major James Jarvis, the college began as an industrial school focused on training African American students. The 243-acre campus features traditional brick buildings and modern educational facilities surrounded by pine forests typical of the East Texas region. The college maintains its liberal arts foundation while offering career-focused programs in criminal justice, business administration, and teacher education, along with specialized programs in solar energy through its renewable energy research center. Jarvis Christian College provides on-campus housing in several residence halls and competes in the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA) as the Bulldogs.
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Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,000 |
| Other Fees | $1,320 |
| Room and Board | $9,880 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $2,680 |
| Total One Year Cost | $25,280 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| General Studies | 25% |
| Business | 22% |
| Education | 18% |
| Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting | 15% |
| Computer and Information Sciences | 3% |
Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=225885 IPEDS survey data for Jarvis Christian College.
Current students may use the Jarvis Christian College GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.
Last updated February 24, 2025