C
Average
Score: 45/100
Overall (traditional)
F
Outcome Rating
12/100 · earnings-weighted

Jarvis Christian University

4-Year Private Non-Profit HBCU
📍 Hawkins, Texas 75765
ℹ️
Rating Context: ⚠️ Limited Data Available. Some metrics for this institution are incomplete or unavailable, which may affect the overall grade. Consider researching this school directly for the most current information.

Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (D) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 15%
Outcomes
D
42/100
Affordability
C
52/100
Resources
B
67/100
Experience
C+
55/100
Prestige
F
13/100

Two ratings: the overall grade compares colleges the conventional way (outcomes, cost, resources, experience, reputation). The Outcome Rating asks what students earn: 60% wage-adjusted earnings 10 years after enrolling, 25% graduation, 15% retention. Methodology

Quick Stats

800
Total Enrollment
15%
Graduation Rate
49%
Retention Rate
10.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price

Earnings, Debt & Completion

What happens to students who enroll at Jarvis Christian University, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.

$32,992
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$27,077
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$27,000
Median debt at graduation
15.2%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
58.8%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 82% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 2nd percentile among bachelor’s-degree-focused colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (TX wage index 0.97). This drives the Outcome Rating.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved Oct 2026. Earnings are for federally aided students who enrolled, whether or not they graduated.

Earnings by Major at Jarvis Christian University

Median pay of bachelor's degree graduates by field of study, and how each program ranks against every college reporting that major — by raw pay and adjusted for state wage levels. Same school, very different paychecks.

Major1 yr after4 yrs aftervs. nationalRank (pay)Rank (wage-adj.)Median debt
Business Administration, Management and Operations$34,996$48,225-29%#1116 of 1176#1127$32,500
Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness$25,621$36,576-33%#608 of 610#607$21,351

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working; small programs are not reported.

For parents & investors

The Jarvis Christian University Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $256,397
  • Avg rent near campus: $972/mo — vs ~$549/mo campus room rate
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 75771 (4.0% cap, Lindale)

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $10,400 $10,400
Room $4,940
Board $4,044
Total Cost (On-Campus) $25,280 $25,280

Financial Aid

89%
Receive Any Aid
58%
Receive Pell Grants
48%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Student Demographics

800
Total Students
53%
Women
83%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 2%
Hispanic 17%
Black 63%
Two or More 1%
Non-Resident 4%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

Hybrid (Some Online) 76%
Fully Online 25%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 83%
25-64 (Adult) 16%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Jarvis Christian University?
Acceptance rate data is not available for this institution. Many schools with open enrollment or specialized programs do not report traditional acceptance rates.
How much does it cost to attend Jarvis Christian University?
Tuition at Jarvis Christian University is $10,400 for in-state students and $10,400 for out-of-state students .
What is the graduation rate at Jarvis Christian University?
The graduation rate at Jarvis Christian University is 15%. This graduation rate is low, which may reflect the institution's student population, program types, or other factors worth investigating.
Is Jarvis Christian University a good school?
Jarvis Christian University has a Repit College Score of 45/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (D): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (C): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (B): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (C+): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (F): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend Jarvis Christian University?
Jarvis Christian University has a total enrollment of 800 students. Most students (83%) are traditional college-age (18-24).

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: October 2026 | Methodology