John Brown University

Siloam Springs, Arkansas

Private nonprofitBachelor's to graduateFounded 1919Distant townSEVP certified

About

John Brown University (JBU) is a private Christian university in Siloam Springs, Arkansas, United States. Founded in 1919, JBU enrolls approximately 2,250 students from over 30 states and 40 countries across its traditional undergraduate, graduate, online, and concurrent education programs. JBU is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and competes athletically in the Sooner Athletic Conference. The 200-acre (0.81 km2) main campus in northwest Arkansas has been the home of the university since its founding in 1919. As of the 2025–26 academic year, JBU has around 1,400 traditional undergraduate students on campus, with the majority living in university housing. In addition, the university operates a location in Little Rock, Arkansas, which offers graduate counseling programs.

Cost per year

Tuition and fees (out of state): US$32,710
Estimated total for international students: US$45,418

Net price calculatoradmissions.jbu.edu

International students at public universities pay the out-of-state rate. The estimated total adds housing, food and books to that tuition; it is derived from Scorecard figures, so check the university's own cost page.

Students

Undergraduates: 1,471
Graduate students: 402
International undergraduates: 10%
Students per teacher: 15 to 1

Admissions

Admission rate: 76%
SAT: Reading and writing 550–690 · Maths 520–650
ACT: 21–28

Test scores show the middle 50% of admitted students.

Outcomes

Graduation rate: 77%
Median earnings 10 years after starting: US$58,769

Earnings are for students who received US federal aid, so they may not reflect international graduates.

Programmes (58)

Bachelor's degrees43 subjects

Accounting and Related ServicesBiochemistry, Biophysics and Molecular BiologyBiology, GeneralBusiness Administration, Management and OperationsBusiness/Commerce, GeneralBusiness/Managerial EconomicsChemistryCommunication and Media StudiesComputer ScienceConstruction ManagementCriminal Justice and CorrectionsData AnalyticsDesign and Applied ArtsElectrical, Electronics, and Communications EngineeringEngineering, GeneralEnglish Language and Literature, GeneralEntrepreneurial and Small Business OperationsFilm/Video and Photographic ArtsFinance and Financial Management ServicesGraphic CommunicationsHistoryHuman Development, Family Studies, and Related ServicesInternational BusinessInternational/Globalization StudiesLiberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and HumanitiesManagement Information Systems and ServicesMarketingMathematicsMechanical EngineeringMusicOutdoor EducationPastoral Counseling and Specialized MinistriesPhilosophyPolitical Science and GovernmentPsychology, GeneralRadio, Television, and Digital CommunicationRegistered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical NursingReligious Music and WorshipRomance Languages, Literatures, and LinguisticsSports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/FitnessTeacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and MethodsTeacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject AreasTheological and Ministerial Studies

Master's degrees12 subjects

Business Administration, Management and OperationsComputer/Information Technology Administration and ManagementCurriculum and InstructionDesign and Applied ArtsEducation, GeneralEducational Administration and SupervisionMental and Social Health Services and Allied ProfessionsParks, Recreation, and Leisure Facilities ManagementSecurity Science and TechnologySpecial Education and TeachingStudent Counseling and Personnel ServicesTeacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods

Associate's degrees2 subjects

Construction ManagementLiberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities

Graduate certificates1 subject

Data Analytics

Subjects and degree levels reported to the US Department of Education. See the university's course catalogue for course-by-course details.