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Jarvis Christian University

Mission Statement

Jarvis Christian University is a historically Black institution, affiliated with the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ), offering degrees at the associate, baccalaureate, and master’s levels. The mission of the University is to prepare a diverse population of lifelong learners intellectually, socially, spiritually, and personally through providing interactive services and using varied modalities of instructional delivery.

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Jarvis Christian University

Majors & Degrees

  • Bachelor of Science
    • Biology
    • Chemistry
    • Criminal Justice
    • Kinesiology
    • MASS Communications
    • Mathematics
    • Nursing (dual degree)
  • Bachelor of Social Work
    • Social Work
  • Bachelor of Science (Teacher Cert.)
    • Business Education (6-12)
    • Elementary Education (EC-6)
    • English/Reading/Language Arts (4-8)
    • English/Reading/Language Arts (8-12)
    • History (8-12)
    • Life Sciences (8-12) Biology
    • Mathematics (4-8)
    • Mathematics (8-12)
    • Physical Sciences (8-12) Chemistry
    • Science (4-8)
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Jarvis Christian University

Latest News

Jarvis Christian University Offers Early Start Summer Program to Jumpstart College Success

Wednesday, April 30, 2025
Jarvis Christian University is excited to announce its 2025 Early Start Summer Program (ESSP), a dynamic initiative designed to give incoming students a head start on their college journey. Scheduled... Continue Reading

Jarvis Christian University Invites Rising Seniors to Apply for 2025 I-RISE STEM Summer Bridge Program

Monday, April 28, 2025
Jarvis Christian University is proud to announce the return of its highly impactful I-RISE Summer Bridge Program (Interdisciplinary Research Infusion into Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics Education), designed to prepare... Continue Reading

Jarvis Christian University Announces TeeJ Mercer as 2025 Commencement Speaker

Friday, April 25, 2025
Jarvis Christian University is proud to announce that TeeJ Mercer—philanthropist, author, media veteran, and founder of the nationally celebrated Move-In Day Mafia—will serve as the keynote speaker for the university’s... Continue Reading

Rev. Dominique Grate Earns CFRE Certification, Marking Milestone in Advancement Leadership at Jarvis Christian University

Wednesday, April 23, 2025
Hawkins, TX – April 2025 — Jarvis Christian University proudly congratulates Rev. Dominique Grate, Interim Vice President for Institutional Advancement and Development, on earning his Certified Fund Raising Executive (CFRE)... Continue Reading
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Jarvis Christian University

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May 3

Commencement

Jarvis Christian University Commencement is a momentous celebration honoring the academic achievements and dedication ...

May 19

Summer I Traditional Begins

The first day of classes for Summer I at Jarvis Christian University marks the beginning of an accelerated and enrichi...

Jun 13

Last Day of Class for Summer I Traditional

The last day of classes for Summer I at Jarvis Christian University signifies the successful completion of an intensiv...

Jun 16

Summer II Traditional Begins

The first day of classes for Summer II at Jarvis Christian University marks the beginning of an accelerated and enrich...

Jul 14

Last Day of Class for Summer II Traditional

The last day of classes for Summer II at Jarvis Christian University signifies the successful completion of an intensi...

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Jarvis Christian University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges to award associate and baccalaureate degrees. Contact the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, Georgia 30033-4097, or call 404-679-4500, or visit www.sacscoc.org for questions about the accreditation of Jarvis Christian University. To view PDFs, you may download Adobe Reader here.