Jarvis Christian University SAT Scores, ACT Scores, Acceptance Rate, and Admissions Requirements
Jarvis Christian’s 100% acceptance rate means admission is not the main filter; your strategy should be making sure you are ready to persist once you arrive. With a 48% freshman retention rate, look closely at advising, academic support, and finances. If you submit ACT scores, aiming above 17 can help show stronger preparation.
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Jarvis Christian University facts and stats
Jarvis Christian University is a rural institution with an undergraduate enrollment of 577 students. Jarvis Christian has a freshman retention rate of 48% and a 6-year graduation rate of 15%. The student-to-faculty ratio is 10:1.
Hawkins, TX
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Key Jarvis Christian University application dates
Key dates
Regular Decision
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Early Action
Not offered
Early Decision
Not offered
Priority Deadline
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Financial Aid Priority
April 15
Test dates
August 22, 2026
Registration deadline: August 7, 2026
September 12, 2026
Registration deadline: August 28, 2026
October 3, 2026
Registration deadline: September 18, 2026
September 19, 2026
Registration deadline: August 14, 2026
October 17, 2026
Registration deadline: September 11, 2026
December 12, 2026
Registration deadline: November 6, 2026
If you choose to submit scores to test-optional Jarvis Christian, take your first SAT or ACT by the spring of junior year and use the summer before senior year and the fall of senior year for retakes that could improve a superscore. Since Jarvis Christian does not offer Early Decision or Early Action, check its Regular Decision deadline before choosing a fall retake date.
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What you'll actually pay
Jarvis Christian is a private not-for-profit, so the same tuition and fees rate applies to all students. Tuition and fees are $11,720, and 89% of students receive aid. Submit the FAFSA by the April 15 priority deadline for financial aid consideration.

At Jarvis Christian University, the total cost of attendance includes $11,720 in tuition and fees plus room and board. Financial aid is common, with 89% of students receiving aid and an average aid package of $10,530, which can reduce the amount families pay directly. For context, the average debt at graduation is $29,296.
Student life at Jarvis Christian University
85% of undergrads live on campus
Freshman housing: No guarantee
Fraternities and sororities are active on campus.
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