PrivateRuralHBCUJarvis Christian University
The Bulldogs
Hawkins, Texas 75765-1470
Data last updated: August 29, 2026
Known for business — close-knit campus
Jarvis Christian University is a private institution in Hawkins with particular strength in business and biology.
A small campus of 730 undergraduates with a 10:1 student-faculty ratio. The rural location provides a peaceful, focused academic environment.
15% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $32,992 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $10,409.
More About This School
Varsity Sports — Bulldogs
History & Fun Facts
- •Jarvis opened its doors as Jarvis Christian Institute, modeled after the Southern Christian Institute located west of Jackson in Edwards, Mississippi.
- •Jarvis is the only historically black college which remains of the twelve founded by the Disciples of Christ Church.
- •Jarvis' first students were educated in the remains of an old logging camp and later in a cabin which became the school's first multi-purpose building.
- •Ervin Religion and Culture Center at Jarvis Christian University; James Nelson Ervin was the first JCU president, with service from 1914 to 1938.
- •Thomas Buchanan Frost came to the school as superintendent in 1912.
Source: Wikipedia
Typical Application Requirements
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Net Price by Family Income
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Net price reflects most recent cohort of federally-aided undergraduates.
Debt & Aid Detail
Net Price Trend
Tuition Trend
Graduate w/ Zero Debt
52.0%
Avg Tuition Increase
0.0%/yr
Median Debt at Grad
$12,000
Programs (24)
Outcomes
Median Earnings After Graduation
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.
Student Life
Student Satisfaction
Retention Rate
49%
Student Body
Race & Ethnicity
Campus Safety
Total Incidents (2024)
4
Peer Average
3
3-Year Trend
Emergency System
Campus security, emergency notification system
Incident Breakdown (2024)
Burglary
Aggravated Assault
Robbery
Motor Vehicle Theft
Sex Offenses
Arson
Drug Arrests
Liquor Arrests
Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).
Location & Lifestyle
Cost of Living
Estimated from TX state average