Christian college
#23 Best Christian colleges for criminal justice in AmericaWilliam Jessup University
Rocklin, CA · Private nonprofit · 4-year · Other Protestant
Real cost
Average price after aid $28,062 a year
Median debt at graduation: $23,700 (all students)
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William Jessup University is a Christian university in Rocklin, California, near Sacramento. Its 2026-27 catalog names the integration of faith and learning as the primary goal of education, and the Bible and theology core requires Old Testament and New Testament courses. Campus Ministries offers chapel several times a week, small Spiritual Formation Groups, and local and global outreach.
Faith life at a glance
A week at William Jessup University
MonToday
- 7:00PMWorship night
TueToday
No set time
WedToday
- 9:30AMChapel
ThuToday
No set time
FriToday
- 9:30AMChapel
SatToday
No set time
SunToday
No set time
No set time: Tue, Thu, Sat, Sun
Times as the college publishes them. Check before you plan a visit.
In the college’s own words
Source: jessup.edu“Campus Ministries exists to help students grow in an active, personal relationship with Jesus Christ.”
Source: jessup.edu“The primary goal of education at Jessup University is the integration of faith and learning.”
Source: jessup.edu“At Jessup, we are passionate about reaching our local community to meet both physical and spiritual needs.”
Questions students ask
What's a normal week?
Jessup offers three chapel experiences each week: The Porch on Monday nights, and morning chapels on Wednesdays and Fridays.
Source: jessup.eduWhere do I find community?
Spiritual formation small groups meet at many times through the week, most often on Mondays from 9:30 to 10:20 a.m.
Source: jessup.eduCan I serve or go on mission trips?
Jessup offers domestic and international Global Outreach trips each year and partners with ministries in the Greater Sacramento area.
Source: jessup.eduRankings
Where this college places on our top lists. Lists are worked out from official data and our faith research; places in the top quarter of each list are shown. See every list
In America
- Christian colleges with the most faculty per student in America#15 of 132
- Christian colleges with the strongest worship and chapel in America#27 of 142
- Best small Christian colleges in America#22 of 104
- Christian colleges that spend the most on teaching in America#30 of 132
- Best Christian colleges for criminal justice in America#23 of 99
- Christian colleges that require the most Bible and theology in America#30 of 125
In California
Academic Excellence
Each measure counts for the share shown.
- Graduation rate 35% of scoreThis measure counts for 35% of the Academic Excellence score.56%
- First-year retention 20% of scoreThis measure counts for 20% of the Academic Excellence score.77%
- Entering students' test scores 15% of scoreThis measure counts for 15% of the Academic Excellence score.SAT 1,150
- Student-to-faculty ratio 15% of scoreThis measure counts for 15% of the Academic Excellence score.10 to 1
- Instructional spending per student 15% of scoreThis measure counts for 15% of the Academic Excellence score.$11,189
Bars show points on each measure’s scale. How Academic Excellence is computed.
Source: College Scorecard (College Scorecard, most recent cohorts (data release 06/10/2026))
Faith scorecard
Each area’s grade and what we found. Tap an area to see the findings and their sources.
Worship and chapel
84 of 100 points · 7 of 7 found
- Yes: Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.Chapel services during the week3 or more a week (Three chapel experiences a week: The Porch on Monday, morning chapels on Wednesday and Friday.)
Sources (2)
- Chapel and Worship | Jessup Universityjessup.edu/community/campus-ministries/chapel-and-worship · verified Oct. 20, 2026
“We have three unique chapel experiences every week.”
- Jessup University Catalog 2026-2027jessup.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/2026-2027-Catalog-Final_2.pdf · verified Oct. 20, 2026
“Three times a week we join together as students, faculty, staff, and administration to worship”
- Chapel and Worship | Jessup Universityjessup.edu/community/campus-ministries/chapel-and-worship · verified Oct. 20, 2026
- Yes: Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.Chapel attendance expected of studentsRequired, with a set number of services each term (Required with a set number each term. The catalog says 20 times per semester for full-time students; the Campus Ministries page says 10 chapel gatherings each semester. Both are recorded at the required level; the conflict is in gaps.)
Sources (2)
- Jessup University Catalog 2026-2027jessup.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/2026-2027-Catalog-Final_2.pdf · verified Oct. 20, 2026
“it is required for all full-time students to attend Chapel regularly, 20 times per semester”
- Campus Ministries | Jessup Universityjessup.edu/community/campus-ministries · verified Oct. 20, 2026
“Traditional undergraduate students are required to attend 10 Chapel gatherings each semester.”
- Jessup University Catalog 2026-2027jessup.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/2026-2027-Catalog-Final_2.pdf · verified Oct. 20, 2026
- Yes: Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.Student worship nights or praise servicesEvery week (The Porch is a student-led worship night every Monday at 7 PM.)
Sources (1)
- Chapel and Worship | Jessup Universityjessup.edu/community/campus-ministries/chapel-and-worship · verified Oct. 20, 2026
“The Porch | Monday Nights 7 – 7:50 pm in the Student Union The Porch chapels are late-night chapels where students lead worship and preach the word.”
- Chapel and Worship | Jessup Universityjessup.edu/community/campus-ministries/chapel-and-worship · verified Oct. 20, 2026
- Partly: Partly: the school meets some of this item and earns part of the points.Prayer opportunities (prayer rooms, prayer groups, days or weeks of prayer)Now and then (Monthly Encounter Chapels include prayer stations.)
Sources (1)
- Chapel and Worship | Jessup Universityjessup.edu/community/campus-ministries/chapel-and-worship · verified Oct. 20, 2026
“Stations range from week to week but often include different spaces dedicated to worship, prayer, silence and solitude”
- Chapel and Worship | Jessup Universityjessup.edu/community/campus-ministries/chapel-and-worship · verified Oct. 20, 2026
- Yes: Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.Campus pastors or chaplains serving studentsFull-time campus pastor or chaplain (A named campus pastor, chaplain or dean of chapel serves students on the college staff.)
Sources (1)
- Campus Ministries | Jessup Universityjessup.edu/community/campus-ministries · verified Oct. 20, 2026
“PJ Garza Director of Campus Ministries”
- Campus Ministries | Jessup Universityjessup.edu/community/campus-ministries · verified Oct. 20, 2026
- Yes: Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.A chapel or worship space on campusYes (The catalog lists a prayer chapel among current campus facilities.)
Sources (1)
- Jessup University Catalog 2026-2027jessup.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/2026-2027-Catalog-Final_2.pdf · verified Oct. 20, 2026
“student unions, a bookstore, prayer chapel, soccer field and”
- Jessup University Catalog 2026-2027jessup.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/2026-2027-Catalog-Final_2.pdf · verified Oct. 20, 2026
- Partly: Partly: the school meets some of this item and earns part of the points.Published weekly schedule of chapel, worship and prayer3 or 4 times a week (3 weekly times documented: 2 chapel, 1 worship night, 0 prayer.)Computed from the verified chapel services, worship nights and prayer times listed on the college's page (each day a time is offered counts once).
Bible and theology
96 of 100 points · 6 of 6 found
- Yes: Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.Bible or theology courses required of all bachelor's students3 or more courses (Every program requires an 18-unit Bible and Theology minor. The minimum for every student is three courses (BIBL105, BIBL106 and THEO152, or THEO352 for transfers). Counted as three courses. THEO152 is therefore not counted in T3.)
Sources (1)
- Jessup University Catalog 2026-2027jessup.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/2026-2027-Catalog-Final_2.pdf · verified Oct. 20, 2026
“All programs at Jessup are based upon an 18-unit minor in Bible and Theology, which include the following core courses:”
“Old Testament Literature and Interpretation (BIBL105) New Testament Literature and Interpretation (BIBL106)”
“CONTEMPORARY DISCIPLESHIP (3 units) – REQUIRED THEO 152 Gospel Worldview for Freshman”
“Non-ministry major students who transfer in 60 units or more toward degree will take nine units of biblical studies”
- Jessup University Catalog 2026-2027jessup.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/2026-2027-Catalog-Final_2.pdf · verified Oct. 20, 2026
- Yes: Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.Required courses include study of the Old and New TestamentsRequired of all students (BIBL105 Old Testament Literature and Interpretation and BIBL106 New Testament Literature and Interpretation are required of all students.)
Sources (1)
- Jessup University Catalog 2026-2027jessup.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/2026-2027-Catalog-Final_2.pdf · verified Oct. 20, 2026
“Old Testament Literature and Interpretation (BIBL105) New Testament Literature and Interpretation (BIBL106)”
- Jessup University Catalog 2026-2027jessup.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/2026-2027-Catalog-Final_2.pdf · verified Oct. 20, 2026
- Partly: Partly: the school meets some of this item and earns part of the points.Christian worldview or faith-and-learning courses required1 course (PHIL 452 Christian Perspective is the required integrative capstone; the catalog says required core courses emphasize a personal Christian worldview.)
Sources (1)
- Jessup University Catalog 2026-2027jessup.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/2026-2027-Catalog-Final_2.pdf · verified Oct. 20, 2026
“Required core courses emphasize development of a personal Christian worldview”
“INTEGRATIVE CAPSTONE (3 units) - REQUIRED PHIL 452 Christian Perspective”
- Jessup University Catalog 2026-2027jessup.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/2026-2027-Catalog-Final_2.pdf · verified Oct. 20, 2026
- Yes: Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.Faith integrated across the curriculum (stated in academic or faculty policy)Yes
Sources (1)
- Jessup University Catalog 2026-2027jessup.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/2026-2027-Catalog-Final_2.pdf · verified Oct. 20, 2026
“The primary goal of education at Jessup University is the integration of faith and learning.”
- Jessup University Catalog 2026-2027jessup.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/2026-2027-Catalog-Final_2.pdf · verified Oct. 20, 2026
- Yes: Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.Bible, theology or ministry major offeredYes (Biblical Studies - Theology BA (120 units).)
Sources (1)
- Jessup University Catalog 2026-2027jessup.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/2026-2027-Catalog-Final_2.pdf · verified Oct. 20, 2026
“Biblical Studies - Theology Undergraduate Major BA”
- Jessup University Catalog 2026-2027jessup.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/2026-2027-Catalog-Final_2.pdf · verified Oct. 20, 2026
- Yes: Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.A published statement of faithYes
Sources (1)
- Jessup University Catalog 2026-2027jessup.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/2026-2027-Catalog-Final_2.pdf · verified Oct. 20, 2026
“We believe in one God, the maker of heaven and earth: Father, Son and Holy Spirit, as revealed in the Holy Bible and made known in Jesus Christ our Lord;”
- Jessup University Catalog 2026-2027jessup.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/2026-2027-Catalog-Final_2.pdf · verified Oct. 20, 2026
Christian community
Not enough information · 3 of 7 found
- Partly: Partly: the school meets some of this item and earns part of the points.Spiritual life staff (pastors, ministers and professional staff)1 to 2 (Two named Campus Ministries staff on the staff page (Director and Assistant Director).)
Sources (1)
- Campus Ministries | Jessup Universityjessup.edu/community/campus-ministries · verified Oct. 20, 2026
“PJ Garza Director of Campus Ministries”
“Jerome Williams Assistant Director of Campus Ministries, Discipleship & Spiritual Formation”
- Campus Ministries | Jessup Universityjessup.edu/community/campus-ministries · verified Oct. 20, 2026
- Not enough information: Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.Retreats or spiritual emphasis weeks each yearNot enough information: not found in official sources.
- Yes: Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.Bible studies, small groups and Christian student organizationsMany (Spiritual Formation Groups, most meeting on Mondays, with groups offered at various times through the week.)
Sources (1)
- Jessup University Catalog 2026-2027jessup.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/2026-2027-Catalog-Final_2.pdf · verified Oct. 20, 2026
“Jessup University offers a variety of school-sponsored spiritual formation small groups to encourage students to grow in their faith.”
“The majority of Jessup SFGs are offered on Mondays from 9:30AM to 10:20AM, but groups are offered throughout the week at various times.”
- Jessup University Catalog 2026-2027jessup.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/2026-2027-Catalog-Final_2.pdf · verified Oct. 20, 2026
- Not enough information: Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.Faculty affirm the college's statement of faithNot enough information: not found in official sources.
- Not enough information: Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.Faith life in residence halls (hall Bible studies, resident ministry leaders)Not enough information: not found in official sources.
- Not enough information: Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.Help finding a local church (church fairs, rides, partner churches)Not enough information: not found in official sources.
- Yes: Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.Office or senior leader for spiritual life or Christian missionYes (Campus Ministries office led by a Director.)
Sources (1)
- Campus Ministries | Jessup Universityjessup.edu/community/campus-ministries · verified Oct. 20, 2026
“Campus Ministries exists to help students grow in an active, personal relationship with Jesus Christ.”
- Campus Ministries | Jessup Universityjessup.edu/community/campus-ministries · verified Oct. 20, 2026
Missions and service
68 of 100 points · 6 of 6 found
- Yes: Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.Service or outreach officeYes (Campus Ministries Local and Global Outreach office.)
Sources (1)
- Local and Global Outreach | Jessup Universityjessup.edu/community/campus-ministries/local-and-global-outreach · verified Oct. 20, 2026
“At Jessup, we are passionate about reaching our local community to meet both physical and spiritual needs.”
- Local and Global Outreach | Jessup Universityjessup.edu/community/campus-ministries/local-and-global-outreach · verified Oct. 20, 2026
- Partly: Partly: the school meets some of this item and earns part of the points.Service hours or service-learning in the curriculumAvailable (Service is one of several ways to earn Spiritual Life Credits, not a required service course.)
Sources (1)
- Campus Ministries | Jessup Universityjessup.edu/community/campus-ministries · verified Oct. 20, 2026
“SLCs are a graduation requirement for traditional undergraduate students and can be earned through approved activities such as Chapel, Spiritual Formation Groups, mentorship, local church involvement, and outreach opportunities.”
- Campus Ministries | Jessup Universityjessup.edu/community/campus-ministries · verified Oct. 20, 2026
- Partly: Partly: the school meets some of this item and earns part of the points.Missions trips offered to studentsSome (Domestic and international Global Outreach trips each year.)
Sources (1)
- Jessup University Catalog 2026-2027jessup.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/2026-2027-Catalog-Final_2.pdf · verified Oct. 20, 2026
“Jessup offers domestic and international Global Outreach trips each year.”
- Jessup University Catalog 2026-2027jessup.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/2026-2027-Catalog-Final_2.pdf · verified Oct. 20, 2026
- Partly: Partly: the school meets some of this item and earns part of the points.Partnerships with local churches and ministries for serviceSome (Ongoing partnerships with Greater Sacramento ministries.)
Sources (1)
- Local and Global Outreach | Jessup Universityjessup.edu/community/campus-ministries/local-and-global-outreach · verified Oct. 20, 2026
“We have ongoing partnerships with ministries in the Greater Sacramento area that help to meet the immediate needs of the homeless population”
- Local and Global Outreach | Jessup Universityjessup.edu/community/campus-ministries/local-and-global-outreach · verified Oct. 20, 2026
- Partly: Partly: the school meets some of this item and earns part of the points.Cross-cultural or global ministry programsSome (One annual international Global Outreach Program with international partners.)
Sources (1)
- Local and Global Outreach | Jessup Universityjessup.edu/community/campus-ministries/local-and-global-outreach · verified Oct. 20, 2026
“Every year we offer international service opportunities through our Global Outreach Program.”
“Every team serves alongside one of our international partners who are committed to making Jesus known among the nations.”
- Local and Global Outreach | Jessup Universityjessup.edu/community/campus-ministries/local-and-global-outreach · verified Oct. 20, 2026
- Yes: Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.Service explicitly rooted in the Christian missionYes
Sources (1)
- Local and Global Outreach | Jessup Universityjessup.edu/community/campus-ministries · verified Oct. 20, 2026
“Faith comes alive when we put it into action.”
- Local and Global Outreach | Jessup Universityjessup.edu/community/campus-ministries · verified Oct. 20, 2026
Strengths
- Chapel meets three times a week for the whole campus: Monday night student worship and Wednesday and Friday morning chapels.
Sources (2)
- Chapel and Worship | Jessup Universityjessup.edu/community/campus-ministries/chapel-and-worship · verified Oct. 20, 2026
“We have three unique chapel experiences every week.”
- Jessup University Catalog 2026-2027jessup.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/2026-2027-Catalog-Final_2.pdf · verified Oct. 20, 2026
“Three times a week we join together as students, faculty, staff, and administration to worship”
- Chapel and Worship | Jessup Universityjessup.edu/community/campus-ministries/chapel-and-worship · verified Oct. 20, 2026
- Old Testament and New Testament literature courses are required of all students.
Sources (1)
- Jessup University Catalog 2026-2027jessup.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/2026-2027-Catalog-Final_2.pdf · verified Oct. 20, 2026
“Old Testament Literature and Interpretation (BIBL105) New Testament Literature and Interpretation (BIBL106)”
- Jessup University Catalog 2026-2027jessup.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/2026-2027-Catalog-Final_2.pdf · verified Oct. 20, 2026
- The catalog names the integration of faith and learning as the primary goal of education.
Sources (1)
- Jessup University Catalog 2026-2027jessup.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/2026-2027-Catalog-Final_2.pdf · verified Oct. 20, 2026
“The primary goal of education at Jessup University is the integration of faith and learning.”
- Jessup University Catalog 2026-2027jessup.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/2026-2027-Catalog-Final_2.pdf · verified Oct. 20, 2026
- Domestic and international Global Outreach trips are offered each year.
Sources (1)
- Jessup University Catalog 2026-2027jessup.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/2026-2027-Catalog-Final_2.pdf · verified Oct. 20, 2026
“Jessup offers domestic and international Global Outreach trips each year.”
- Jessup University Catalog 2026-2027jessup.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/2026-2027-Catalog-Final_2.pdf · verified Oct. 20, 2026
Concerns
- The catalog and the Campus Ministries page state different chapel requirements for full-time students (20 per semester and 10 per semester).
Sources (2)
- Campus Ministries | Jessup Universityjessup.edu/community/campus-ministries · verified Oct. 20, 2026
“Traditional undergraduate students are required to attend 10 Chapel gatherings each semester.”
- Jessup University Catalog 2026-2027jessup.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/2026-2027-Catalog-Final_2.pdf · verified Oct. 20, 2026
“it is required for all full-time students to attend Chapel regularly, 20 times per semester”
- Campus Ministries | Jessup Universityjessup.edu/community/campus-ministries · verified Oct. 20, 2026
- The Bible and theology requirement for every student is three courses (nine units), with the rest of the minor as electives.
Sources (1)
- Jessup University Catalog 2026-2027jessup.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/2026-2027-Catalog-Final_2.pdf · verified Oct. 20, 2026
“Non-ministry major students who transfer in 60 units or more toward degree will take nine units of biblical studies”
- Jessup University Catalog 2026-2027jessup.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/2026-2027-Catalog-Final_2.pdf · verified Oct. 20, 2026
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Grades come from the documented indicators under the published rubric. “Not enough information” does not mean the school lacks it.
Campus ministry home
Campus Ministries
- Address: 2121 University Avenue, Rocklin, CA 95765
- Location: On campus
- Facilities: Chapel Warehouse (morning chapels), The Porch (Student Union)
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Campus ministry
Sources (1)
- Campus Ministries | Jessup Universityjessup.edu/community/campus-ministries · verified Oct. 20, 2026
“Campus Ministries exists to help students grow in an active, personal relationship with Jesus Christ.”
Christian clubs and student life
3 groups and regular activities · 0 on campus, 2 off campus, 1 location not published
Service 2
- Global Outreach tripsOff campusSummer, two weeks each yearTeams of students serve alongside international partners.
- Local outreach partnershipsOff campusOngoing service with Greater Sacramento ministries serving the homeless, refugees and children.
Faith formation 1
- Spiritual Formation GroupsMost meet Mondays 9:30 to 10:20 AMSchool-sponsored small groups of 5 to 10 students for mentorship and Scripture study.
Everything listed is published by the school, its campus ministry, or the church. Ask the campus minister what’s happening this semester.
Chapel, worship and prayer
Confirm with the campus ministry
Chapel 1
- Wednesday, Friday9:30 AMChapel Warehouse · Morning chapels, 9:30 to 10:20 AM.
Worship night 1
- Monday7:00 PMThe Porch, Student Union · Student-led worship; weekly.
Times come only from official campus ministry, chaplaincy, or school pages, and can change with the season. Last verified Oct. 20, 2026.
Sources for these times (1)
- Chapel and Worship | Jessup Universityjessup.edu/community/campus-ministries/chapel-and-worship · verified Oct. 20, 2026
“The Porch | Monday Nights 7 – 7:50 pm in the Student Union The Porch chapels are late-night chapels where students lead worship and preach the word.”
“Morning Chapels | Wednesdays & Fridays 9:30 – 10:20 am in the Chapel Warehouse”
Plan a campus visit Chapel and worship times for your dates, questions to ask, and a calendar button.
What families pay, by income
Average yearly price after grants and scholarships, for students who receive federal aid.
| Family income | Price after aid |
|---|---|
| Up to $30,000 | |
| $30,001–$48,000 | |
| $48,001–$75,000 | |
| $75,001–$110,000 | |
| Over $110,000 |
Full cost of attendance before aid: $53,703 a year.
Use the college’s net price calculator for your own estimate.
Cost and value
Federal data, shown separately. Cost, debt, and earnings are never part of any grade.
| Undergraduate students Fall enrollment (IPEDS) | 1,056 |
|---|---|
| Men and women College Scorecard, fall 2023 | Men 45% · Women 55% |
| First-generation students College Scorecard | 33% |
| First-year students from another state IPEDS, fall 2023 | 6% |
| Total students | 1,484 |
| Average net price (per year) After grants and scholarships, for students receiving federal aid | $28,062 |
| Cost of attendance (per year) | $53,703 |
| Median federal debt at graduation | $23,700 |
| Graduation rate First-time, full-time students finishing within 150% of normal time | 56% |
| Graduation rate for Pell grant recipients College Scorecard, within 6 years | 55% |
| Graduation rate for first-generation students College Scorecard, within 6 years | 55% |
| Borrowers paying down their loans within 3 years College Scorecard, within 3 years | 62% |
| First-year retention | 77% |
| Median earnings 10 years after entry | $56,257 |
| Admission rate | 93% |
| Application fee IPEDS, 2023–24 | $60 |
| Typical rent HUD fair market rent, FY2026 | About $1,832 a month for a one-bedroom |
| Students receiving Pell grants | 32% |
| Average SAT | 1150 |
|---|---|
| SAT reading & writing | 553–638 |
| SAT math | 488–590 |
| ACT composite | — |
| Test policy | Considered but not required |
Value index: 51 / 100 (how it’s computed)
Sources: College Scorecard · IPEDS College Navigator · Net price calculator
College Scorecard, most recent cohorts (data release 06/10/2026); IPEDS 2024-25 directory and institutional characteristics; fall 2023 enrollment.
Earnings by major
Median earnings of bachelor’s graduates a few years after finishing, by major (College Scorecard).
| Major | Median earnings |
|---|---|
| Business administration | |
| Kinesiology and exercise science | |
| Psychology | |
| Teacher education |
Also offered (no earnings published yet): Accounting, Air Transportation, Bible/Biblical Studies, Biochemistry, Biology, Broadcasting, Computer science, Criminal justice, English, Fine arts, Health administration, History, Human resources, Interdisciplinary studies, Mathematics, Missions/Missionary Studies and Missiology, Music, Natural resources and conservation, Nursing, Pastoral counseling, Political science, Theatre, Theology, Visual and performing arts.
What students study most
Share of bachelor’s degrees by field, first majors in 2023–24 (IPEDS).
| Field | Share of degrees |
|---|---|
| Business | |
| Psychology | |
| Visual and performing arts | |
| Education | |
| Criminal justice and security |
Campus facts
| School colors | |
|---|---|
| Setting | Suburb |
| Part-time undergraduates | 10% |
| Undergraduates aged 25 and older | 18% |
| On-campus room and board (per year) | $13,606 |
| Sports | NCAA Division II · Pacific West Conference |
| ROTC | Air Force |
| Study abroad | Offered |
| Students per faculty member | 10 to 1 |
| Undergraduates registered with the disability office | About 3%IPEDS, 2023–24 |
| Faculty who are full-time | 30%College Scorecard, fall 2023 |
| Endowment per student | $4,954IPEDS, 2023, per student |
| Dorm space | For about 55% of studentsBeds per undergraduate; not who lives on campus |
| Nearest airport with airline service | Sacramento International Airport (SMF)About 18 miles away · about 40 minutes by car |
| Town population | 73,327Census, 2020–2024 |
| Nearest city of 250,000 people or more | SacramentoAbout 20 miles away · about 30 minutes by car |
| Typical weather | 47°F in January · 78°F in JulyNOAA, 1991–2020, from Auburn, CA, about 13 miles away |
Federal data (IPEDS and College Scorecard), except school colors. None of this changes the faith grades.
Campus safety reports
On-campus crimes reported in 2024, per 1,000 students.
| Category | This campus | U.S. rate |
|---|---|---|
| Rape | 0.27 | 0.07 |
| Robbery | 0.00 | 0.01 |
| Aggravated assault | 0.00 | 0.04 |
| Burglary | 0.00 | 0.08 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 0.00 | 0.15 |
Numbers reflect what each campus reported. They differ with campus size and how reporting is done, so compare with care. U.S. rate: total reported offenses divided by total students at every institution in the report.
Christian churches nearby
No Christian churches are mapped in OpenStreetMap within 3 miles. The map may be incomplete; check a local church directory.
Within 3 miles, as mapped by OpenStreetMap contributors. The map may be incomplete. Confirm with the church.
Questions families ask
- Is William Jessup University a Christian college?
- Yes. William Jessup University is a Christian college.
- What is William Jessup University’s Compass Score?
- 79 out of 100 (grade B). It combines faith (75%) and academics (25%), each rated from official sources.
- Where is chapel held at William Jessup University?
- Chapel is listed at Chapel Warehouse. Days and times are on this page; please confirm with the college’s spiritual life office before you go.
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- IPEDS unit ID 122728
- Carnegie classification: Master's university (medium programs)
- Accreditation: WASC Senior College and University Commission (U.S. Department of Education DAPIP)
- Religious affiliation (IPEDS): Other Protestant
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