Jarvis Christian College

Pr7631 Highway 80 E, Hawkins, TX 75765

http://www.jarvis.edu/

School Description

Provided by Jarvis Christian College

From the time the student enters until the time the student leaves, the development of the student and the preparation of students intellectually, socially, and personally to function effectively in a global and technological society is the number one priority of Jarvis Christian College. Our goal is not only to teach the students the skills and knowledge that they need but to teach them to think.

For nearly 100 years, Jarvis Christian College has served as a beacon, guiding many men and women to academic and professional heights that they may not have ever considered possible. The process of motivating, educating, and molding young scholars is an honor that is not taken lightly by any of the dedicated faculty, staff, and administrators of the College.

At Jarvis Christian College, we are committed to helping students reach their full potential. Our drive towards excellence helps to inspire our vision of becoming one of the nation's leading schools for higher learning.

The challenges of the academic curriculum will motivate you to study hard and utilize all of the technological tools available to assist you.

The programs of the College Church will inspire you to enhance your spiritual life. Finally, the variety of social events and activities will assist you in developing interpersonal skills and a lifelong network.

At Jarvis Christian College education involves the whole person. We offer over 30 registered clubs, teams and organizations for our current students. Special events help stimulate the academic year. The campus offers all the laughter, intimacy and excitement that are essential to a complete college experience.

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Jarvis Christian College

From Wikipedia, The Free Encyclopedia

Jarvis Christian College is an independent four year, historically black college affiliated with the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ). It is located in Hawkins, Texas. It was founded in 1912, and is currently headed by President Cornell Thomas.

History

Built by Thomas Buchanan Frost in 1912 with only a mule cart and his own will. The Jarvis' commissioned him to build the school after he graduated from their institution in Mississippi.

Athletics

Jarvis Christian College has appeared in the NAIA Men's Division I Basketball Tournament three times (2003, 2008, and 2009.)

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Quick Facts

Chance of Admission:
Location:
Southwest
Setting:
Rural Setting
Type:
Private
Affiliation:
Christian Church (Disciples of Christ)
Size:
Small (Under 2,000 Undergrad)

Students & Campus Life

Undergraduate Enrollment:
654
On Campus Housing:
Available
Full Time Students:
98%
Athletic Programs:
Available
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Expenses

Average Tuition:
$ 6,980
Students Receiving Aid:
93%
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Admissions

Application Fee:
$ 25
Selectivity:
Open Admissions
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Degree Programs at Jarvis Christian College

Bachelor's Level Programs

  • Arts & Humanities

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    • English Language and Literature See more schools with programs in English Language and Literature
      • English Language and Literature
        A general program that focuses on the English language, including its history, structure and related communications skills; and the literature and culture of English-speaking peoples.
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      • History
        A program that focuses on the general study and interpretation of the past, including the gathering, recording, synthesizing and criticizing of evidence and theories about past events. Includes instruction in historiography; historical research methods; studies of specific periods, issues and cultures; and applications to areas such as historic preservation, public policy, and records administration.
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      • General Music
        A general program that focuses on the introductory study and appreciation of music and the performing arts. Includes instruction in music, dance, and other performing arts media.
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    • Religion/Religious Studies See more schools with programs in Religion/Religious Studies
      • General Religion/Religious Studies
        A program that focuses on the nature of religious belief and specific religious and quasi-religious systems. Includes instruction in phenomenology; the sociology, psychology, philosophy, anthropology, literature and art of religion; mythology; scriptural and textual studies; religious history and politics; and specific studies of particular faith communities and their behavior.
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  • Business

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      • Business Administration and Management
        Generally, this program prepares individuals to plan, organize, direct, and control a firm or organization. To aid them in taking a leading role in business, individuals in this program study management theory, human resources management and behavior, accounting and other quantitative methods, purchasing and logistics, organization and production, marketing, and business decision-making.
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  • Education

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      • Elementary Education and Teaching
        A program that prepares individuals to teach students in the elementary grades, which may include kindergarten through grade eight, depending on the school system or state regulations. Includes preparation to teach all elementary education subject matter.
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      • Physical Education Teaching and Coaching
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      • Reading Teacher Education
        A program that prepares individuals to diagnose reading difficulties and to teach reading programs at various educational levels.
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      • Secondary Education
        A program that prepares individuals to teach students in the secondary grades, which may include grades seven through twelve, depending on the school system or state regulations. May include preparation to teach a comprehensive curriculum or specific subject matter.
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  • Interdisciplinary Studies

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  • Life Science

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  • Mathematics and Statistics

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    • General Mathematics
      A general program that focuses on the analysis of quantities, magnitudes, forms, and their relationships, using symbolic logic and language. Includes instruction in algebra, calculus, functional analysis, geometry, number theory, logic, topology and other mathematical specializations.
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  • Natural Sciences

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      • General Chemistry
        A general program that focuses on the scientific study of the composition and behavior of matter, including its micro- and macro-structure, the processes of chemical change, and the theoretical description and laboratory simulation of these phenomena.
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  • Security and Protective Service Careers

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    • Criminal Justice/Safety Studies
      A program that focuses on the criminal justice system, its organizational components and processes, and its legal and public policy contexts. Includes instruction in criminal law and policy, police and correctional systems organization, the administration of justice and the judiciary, and public attitudes regarding criminal justice issues.
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  • Social Sciences

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      • Sociology
        A program that focuses on the systematic study of human social institutions and social relationships. Includes instruction in social theory, sociological research methods, social organization and structure, social stratification and hierarchies, dynamics of social change, family structures, social deviance and control, and applications to the study of specific social groups, social institutions, and social problems.
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  • Technology

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      • Computer and Information Sciences
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Students

General

Full-Time vs. Part-Time
Full-Time 98%
Part-Time 2%
Race/Ethnicity
African-American 98%
Other 1%
Caucasian 1%
Hispanic 0%
Asian 0%

Geography

In State vs. Out-of-State
In-State 86%
Out-of-State 14%
Top States for Incoming Freshman
Texas 86%
Illinois 5%
Kentucky 2%
Colorado 1%
Arkansas 1%
Percent of Students International: 0%

Housing

On-Campus Housing Available: Yes
Percent of Students Living On-Campus: 133%
Freshman Students Required to Live on Campus: No

Athletics

Member of: NAA, NAIA
Sports Include: Basketball (Red River Athletic Conference)
Baseball (Red River Athletic Conference)
Tuition & Fees (undergraduate) Expenses  
Published Tuition and Fees:
$ 6,980    
Average Tuition for Full-Time Undergrads:
$ 6,280    
Required Fees for Full-Time Undergrads:
$ 700    
Financial Aid Avg. Amount Received % of Students Receiving Aid  
Federal Grants:
$ 3,750 87%  
State and Local Grants:
$ 3,652 70%  
Institutional Grants:
$ 3,450 64%  
Student Loans:
$ 2,810 76%  
Any Aid:
  93%  

Selectivity (Undergraduate Only)

Acceptance Rate: 100% (Open Admissions)

Application Requirements (Undergraduate Only)

Application Fee: $ 25.00

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Jarvis Christian College
Hawkins, TX 75765
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