Jarvis Christian University

Kishia C. James, Ed.D.

Freshman & New Student Move-In Day

arvis Christian University is thrilled to welcome all new students—including first-year freshmen, transfer students, and nontraditional learners—to campus for Fall 2025 Move-In Day. This exciting occasion marks the beginning of your journey at Jarvis, and we are committed to making your transition as smooth, supportive, and memorable as possible.

Whether you’re stepping onto a college campus for the first time, transferring from another institution, or returning to school after time away, Move-In Day is your official welcome into the vibrant Jarvis community—a place where your dreams, goals, and growth matter.

What to Expect?

  •  Warm greetings from faculty, staff, student leaders, and volunteers

  • Assistance with unloading and moving your belongings into residence halls

  • Check-in and housing verification with the Office of Residence Life

  • Opportunities to connect with peers, ask questions, and explore campus

  • Light refreshments, music, and activities to help you settle in

  • Resource tables featuring representatives from Academic Affairs, Financial Aid, Counseling Services, Career Planning, and more

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Lean In, Move Forward, Elevate.

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Reach for the stars. Discover how Jarvis transforms lives through flexible online education designed around your needs—learn more about our accessible degree programs that fit your schedule and goals

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Make a lasting impact on the world. At Jarvis Christian University, we are committed to your total person—your intellectual, spiritual, cultural, and social growth. You’ll not only grow; you’ll thrive.

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Apply for admission to Jarvis Christian University. We offer admissions for freshmen, transfers, international students, and re-admissions. Join the Bulldog family today.

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We offer a variety of workforce training programs designed to equip you with the skills needed for today’s job market. Enhance your current skills or gain new ones, our programs provide practical, hands-on training for career advancement.

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Majors & Degrees

Associates of Arts

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  • Criminal Justice
  • General Studies
  • Religion

Bachelors of Arts

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  • Business Administration
  • Concentration in Accounting
  • Concentration in Computer
  • Information Systems
  • Concentration in Cyber Security
  • Concentration in Management

Bachelors of Business Administration

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  • Business Administration
  • Concentration in Accounting
  • Concentration in Computer
  • Information Systems
  • Concentration in Cyber Security
  • Concentration in Management

Bachelors of Science

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  • Biology
  • Chemistry
  • Criminal Justice
  • Kinesiology
  • MASS Communications
  • Mathematics
  • Nursing (dual degree)

Bachelors of Social Work

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  • Social Work

Bachelors of Science (Teacher Cert.)

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  • 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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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.