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Fisk University - Nashville,Tennessee

71%

Acceptance Rate

$11,802

Avg.Financial Aid

003490

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Fisk University

Type Control of Institution - Public/Private
Private, Not-For-Profit
Acceptance Rate:
N/A
Level
4 Years
Religious Affiliation Indicates religious affiliation (denomination) for private not-for-profit institutions that are religiously affiliated.
Not applicable
Accreditation Accreditation is the process by which the quality of learning at various educational institutions are evaluated. Read More.
SACSCOC
Website
www.fisk.edu
Student Population Number of Students attending College
780
On Campus Housing Does the institution provide on-campus housing?
Yes

A private university by the name of Fisk University is located in Nashville, TN. Fisk University occupies a total area of about 40 acres. The foundation of Fisk University was laid down in the year 1866. Fisk University believes in imparting education and contributing to society by focusing on innovation, research, education, and commitment. The motto of the university is Her sons and daughters are ever on the altar and its official colors are gold and blue. The total enrolment stands at 780 students at Fisk University. Around 840 and 34 students take admission in various undergraduate and postgraduate courses of the university. The school has an academic staff of 70 full-time who teach various courses to the students. At Fisk University, around 96% of the students are 24 and under. And, when it comes to gender distribution at the varsity, around 69% of the students are females and 31% are males. Finally, at FU around 84% are Black or African American, 7% belong to an unknown race or ethnicity, and 6% are Non-resident alien. The college has produced several notable alumni including W.E.B. Du Bois (Editor, Journalist), Ida B. Wells (Journalist, Women's rights activist), Otis Boykin (Inventor, Engineer), and Charles Diggs (Politician) in its 154 years of existence. Fisk University's sporting teams are affiliated to NAIA – Independent, and (previously GCAC). Taking into account all the undergraduate and graduate degrees, including both residential and online, FU offers around 51 programs. The university also has a long list of accreditations. It has been accredited by ACBSP (Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs), NASM (National Association of Schools of Music), NCATE (National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education), and SACS (Southern Assn. of Colleges and Schools).

Location & Contact

Email:

N/A

Phone:

6153298500

Fax:

6153298576

Address

1000 17th Ave North

Rankings

To tackle the tough decision of choosing the right university, the ranking of a particular university helps the student in clearing their doubts regarding where they want to apply. The ranking of universities by Forbes is done keeping in mind common metrics like acceptance rate, endowment, benefits, and SAT scores, among others. Moreover, Forbes has placed Fisk University at the 642nd position among other national universities.

Admissions

Application Deadline Deadline for application submissions. Please contact the school for more details.
None
Acceptance Rate Percentage of applicants who are accepted in an Institution.
71%
SAT Range
890 - 1120
SAT/ACT
Recommended
ACT Range
17 - 23
High School GPA
Required
Application Fee
$35
Accept Common App
Yes

The admission to Fisk University is fairly easy and the students can make the most out of it. The varsity has 3 admission thresholds. To kickstart the admission process at FU, the candidates have to fill an application form and submit a fee of $25. The SAT score in the range of 930-1150 would boost a student's chances of securing admission. The average ACT score at Fisk University is 21. However, those getting an ACT score less than 18 might also be offered admission. The application process can be completed online. However, if needed, one can also visit the office at 1000 17th Ave North, Nashville, Tennessee 37208-4501, or call (615) 329-8500.

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Annual Cost to Attend

Net Price Cost of attendance minus any grants and scholarships received.
$25,268
Average Annual Cost
$19,624

Additional Costs:

Books And Supplies
$37,070
Other Fees
$1,856
Room And Board The charges for an academic year for Rooming accommodations and meals for a typical student.
$10,790
Budget For Other Expenses
$3,000

Total One Year Cost

$37,070

Before applying to FU, candidates must keep in mind the tuition fees and the cost of living during the course tenure. The annual full-time cost of attendance comes out to be approximately $37,954. This cost includes the average annual tuition cost ($22,132), books and supplies ($1,800), room and boarding ($11,022), and budget for other expenses ($3,000). For students seeking financial assistance, the university offers a number of options.

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Academics

Highest Degree Offered The highest degree offered by the Institution.

Master's degree

Student:Faculty Ratio

12:1

Full-Time Retention Rate Percent of the that re-enrolled at the institution as either full- or part-time in the current year.

81%

Part-Time Retention Rate Percent of the that re-enrolled at the institution as either full- or part-time in the current year.

N/A

Academic Calendar

Semester

Research Funding per Student

$5,452

Faculty Overview

54%

Male Professors

46%

Female Professors

Non-traditional Learning

Evening Degree Programs

Teacher Certification

Distance Education

Study Abroad

Majors

Student Body

Undergraduate Students

743

Socio-Economic Diversity Percent of full-time, first-time students receiving an income-based Federal Pell Grant intended for low-income students.

55%

Full-time / Part-time

96% / 4%

Students Gender

Male

30%

US National: 44%

Female

70%

US National: 56%

LGBTQIA STUDENT RESOURCE GROUPS

ON CAMPUS WOMEN'S CENTER

Race/Ethnicity

White

Unknown

Black

86%

Hispanic

Two or more races

Non Resident alien

Asian

American Indian/Alaska native

Native Hawaiians/Pacific islander

Geographic Density

High

Unknown Location

81%

Out Of State

19%

In State

Foreign

Economic Diversity

36% percentage of students who recieved an income-based Federal Pell Grant intended for low-income students.

Median Household Income

$55,965 per year

Campus Life

Housing

The students can reside on campus and 95% of Freshman Live On-Campus.

On Campus Housing Available

Yes

Freshmen Required to Live on Campus

Freshmen Live on Campus

95%

Undergrads in College Housing

N/A

Averege Housing Cost

$6,162/year

Campus Food

The institution has several dining and meal plan options available to students and the average meal plan cost is around $4,628/year.

Meal Plan Available

Yes

Average Meal Plan Available

$4,628/year

Athletes

Division Sports Nickname

Bulldogs

School Colors

old gold and university blue

Varsity Athletics Association

NAIA

Varsity Athletics Conference Primary

Not applicable

Total Male Athletes

Total Female Athletes

Intramural Sports

Sports Club

N/A

Sports Team (Men)

Basketball

Golf

Soccer

Track and Field

Sports Team (Women)

Basketball

Golf

Tennis

Track and Field

Volleyball

Campus Security

Students who want to enjoy the campus and lodging life can benefit from the on-campus housing facility provided by FU. The normal expense for on-campus housing is $11,022 per year. The students at Fisk University have several dining and meal plan options to choose from. Moreover, the average meal plan costs around $4,628 per year. The university considers the safety and security of its students to be paramount. At FU, campus safety and security features include 24-hr security patrol, campus emergency phones, 24-hr escort safety rides and mobile campus emergency alert. The university has enrolled around 31% male and 69% female students.

24-Hour Security Patrol

Campus Emergency Phones

24-Hour Escort Safety rides

Mobile Campus Emergency Alert

After Graduation

Median Earnings 6 Years After Graduation

$24,400/year

Median Earnings 10 Years After Graduation

$35,000/year

Median Total Debt After Graduation The median cumulative federal debt of undergraduate borrowers who graduated.

$28,000 - $30,589

Typical Monthly Loan Payment The median monthly loan payment for student borrowers who completed, if it were repaid over 10 years at a 4.53% interest rate.

$291 - $317

Outcomes 8 Years of Attending

Show data for students who

and started their studies

Out of 7,811 students

30% Graduated

10% Still Enrolled

15% Transfer

1% Withdraw

Financial Aid

Students Receiving Gift Aid Percent of undergraduate students awarded federal gift aid.

93%

Average Aid Per Year

$11,802

Students Receiving Federal Grants

78%

Average Aid Per Year

$2,710

Students Receiving State Aid

28%

Average Aid Per Year

$3,054

Students Receiving Institutional Grants

93%

Average Aid Per Year

$8,601

Average Grant & Scholarship by Family Income Aid awarded based on the family income.

Income

Average Amount

< $30K

$10,156

$30K - $48K

$8,065

$48K - $75K

$3,300

$75K - $110K

$5,120

The financial aid department of Fisk University helps students by assisting them with scholarships, grants, and student loans in the event that they find the fees and the cost of living at the campus to be expensive. At the university, the average federal grant comes to be around $4,866, whereas the financial aid is $18,041. Prospective students can benefit from state-level aid worth $4,513 as well as institutional aid worth $18,041.

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