Find your fit
Put Christ over all • Belong in community • Get a highly ranked education

A Christ-centered university for students who want a top-notch education
• Do you want connect with others and be part of a community?
• Do you want to impress employers?
• Do you value Christ-centered education?
• Do you want a worthwhile college experience?
• Are personal growth and academic excellence important to you?
• Do you want to be further equipped to honor God and serve others?
(livestream visits available)
Prepare for a successful career and a life of purpose
The three parts of JBU's holistic education
Think critically & pursue truth
Become a lifelong learner who's able to adapt to whatever the future holds.
Engage in faith & community
Honor God and develop meaningful relationships as you plug in and grow.
Develop career skills & serve others
Prepare to impress employers, do good work and make a difference.
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Ranked #1 in Arkansas
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Arkansas' Best Value Private University
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#10 in the South
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Top 30 in the U.S. for Financial Aid
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Arkansas' Top-Ranked Regional University
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College of Distinction
JBU equips you to get a great job right out of college or to start grad school.
Mechanical Engineering | Electrical Engineering | Digital Cinema |
Nursing | Computer Science | Kinesiology |
Family & Human Services | Graphic Design | Education |
Biology | Business | …and more |

Our professors will know your name and personally invest in your success.
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13:1 student-to-professor ratio
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Average class size of 20 students
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96% career placement rate (class of 2019, 94% knowledge rate)
Academics
The job you have in ten years may not exist yet. We'll help you prepare for that. Our unique approach to education equips you to think, work and live well.
Tuition & Financial Aid
Paying for college is overwhelming, but we can help. We'll provide a customized financial plan that will work for you and your family.
Campus Life
Hard work is important, but so is your mental and spiritual health. At JBU, you'll be welcomed into a community of good friends and caring mentors that will help you thrive and enjoy life.
Faith
"Christ Over All" has been our motto since the beginning in 1919. Our interdenominational culture offers a unique opportunity for you to broaden your understanding of Christ. It fosters a safe place for you to ask hard questions, seek truth and grow in love and commitment to Jesus.
Admissions and Visits
Choosing a college is a big decision. Your admissions counselor will be here to guide you. Wondering if JBU is the right fit? The best way to find out is with a campus visit.
(livestream visits available)