Fisk University
About Fisk University
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Fisk University is a private university in Nashville, TN. It has a 71% acceptance rate and a 56.1% graduation rate, serving approximately 1,009 students.
Founded
1866
Location
Nashville, Tennessee
Students
1,059
Institution
Private
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
37.4%
Selective
Graduation Rate
29.9%
Below national average
Tuition
$25,858
Per year
Avg Net Price
$32,020
After financial aid
SAT Average
1200
Out of 1600
Median Earnings
$45,454
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Very Selective
37.4 out of 100 applicants get in
How to Apply
Test Policy
Test Optional
Application Fee
Free
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
Fisk University accepts 37.4% of applicants, with admitted students averaging around 1200 on the SAT. If you're near or above that range, you have a strong chance.
SAT Scores
1200/ 1600
ACT Scores
23/ 36
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Below Average
29.9% complete their degree within six years
Retention
73.8%
4-Year Grad
38%
6-Year Grad
45%
Teaching Quality
12:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
52.4%
$/Student
$7.5K
Class Size
Medium
The 38% graduation rate is below average, but 73.8% of freshmen return for year two. Students are staying, even if completion takes longer than four years.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$25,858
Annual Tuition
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$14,540
Books & Supplies
$2,000
Total Cost of Attendance
$39,450
After Financial Aid
$32,020
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$27,647
Receive Grants
51.8%
Take Loans
52.8%
The total cost of attendance runs about $39,450/yr, including $14,540 for room and board. After financial aid, the average student pays $32,020.
Financial Aid
Who gets aid and what happens after
Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at Fisk University fund their education.
While in School
51.8%
Get Grants
Free money
52.8%
Take Loans
Must repay
$30,520
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$27,000
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$286/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The $27,000 median debt is above average, but graduates earn $45K within ten years. The numbers suggest the investment pays off for most students.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Fisk University.
Gender
63.1%
Female
37%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
1,035
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
24
Graduates
26.6%
First-Gen
19 yrs
Avg Age
3.5%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 63% of the student body. 26.6% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
City: Large
Campus Quick Facts
1,035
Students
private
Institution
Small
Campus Size
Liberal Arts
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
No
Teacher Cert
Yes
ROTC
Yes
Evening College
No
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Fisk University fields 6 varsity teams with 85 student athletes, about 8% of the student body.
Division
NAIA
Division I
Conference
Gulf Coast
The league its teams compete in
Varsity Sports
6
Biggest: Basketball
Student Athletes
85
8% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
33% / 67%
28
Men
57
Women
4
Men's Teams
6
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Fisk Universityearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$45,454
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Biology, General
$51K
33 grads
4yr Earnings
Business/Commerce, General
—
25 grads
Psychology, General
$57K
23 grads
4yr Earnings
Biochemistry, Biophysics and Molecular Biology
—
10 grads
Political Science and Government
—
10 grads
Computer and Information Sciences, General
—
7 grads
Graduates earn about $34K six years out, growing to $45K by year ten. Above average, though your choice of major will be the biggest factor.
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Data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard Some figures may reflect prior academic years. Our editorial team reviews and updates college profiles to ensure accuracy. If you notice outdated information, please let us know.