Fisk University

Nashville, TN • private
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Overview

Institution Type
private
Campus Setting
Urban (City: Large )
Student Population
Undergrad: 983 • Total: 1,039
Academic Calendar
Semester
Address
1000 17th Ave North
Nashville, TN
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Website
Region
Southeast
Carnegie Classification
Carnegie Code: 31

Student Demographics

Gender Distribution
Male: 339 (34.5%) • Female: 644 (65.5%)
Race/Ethnicity Distribution
Asian 12 1.2%
Black/African American 817 83.1%
Hispanic/Latino 6 0.6%
White 2 0.2%
Two or More Races 10 1.0%
International 62 6.3%
Special Designation
Historically Black College or University (HBCU)

Admissions & Selectivity

Acceptance Rate
57.9%
4,622 admitted from 7,982 applicants
Standardized Testing Policy
Test Flexible
SAT Score Range (25th-75th percentile)
Reading: 590-700
Math: 570-780
Total: 1160-1480
ACT Composite Range (25th-75th percentile)
20-25
Application Types Offered
EA RD
Application Requirements
Application Fee
$35
Financial Aid Forms
FAFSA only
Deadlines
EA: 11/01/2025
RD: 07/15/2026

Academic Outcomes

6-Year Graduation Rate
43.5%
4-Year Graduation Rate
39.0%
Freshman Retention Rate
73.0%
Student-Faculty Ratio
14.2:1

Cost & Financial Aid

Total Cost of Attendance (2022-23)
$36,018
Tuition + Room & Board + Books
Annual Tuition & Fees (2022-23)
Tuition: $22,320
Room & Board
$2,000
Books & Supplies
$11,698
Average Net Price by Family Income (2022-23)
$0-30,000 $21,410
$30,001-48,000 $24,865
$48,001-75,000 $27,075
$75,001-110,000 $35,437
$110,001+ $30,281
Students Receiving Pell Grants
96%
Average Grant/Scholarship Aid
$19,836

🏈 Athletics

Men's Sports (5)
Basketball Cross Country Golf Soccer Track and Field (Outdoor)
Women's Sports (6)
Basketball Cross Country Golf Gymnastics Track and Field (Outdoor) Volleyball
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