Fisk University
Fisk University is a private nonprofit 4-year institution in Nashville, TN. It enrolls about 1,005 students and admits roughly 58% of first-year applicants.
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Type | Private nonprofit 4-year |
| Control | private nonprofit |
| Level | 4-year |
| Location | Nashville, TN 37208 |
| County | Davidson County |
| Enrollment | 1,005 |
| Acceptance rate | 58% |
| Applicants / admitted | 7,982 / 4,622 |
| In-state tuition & fees | $24,298 |
| Out-of-state tuition & fees | $24,298 |
| Graduation rate (150%) | 44% |
| Transfer-out rate | 21% |
| Full-time retention rate | 73% |
| Campus setting | City: Large |
| Size category | 1,000 - 4,999 |
| Highest degree offered | Master's degree |
| SAT middle 50% (EBRW+Math) | 590–700 |
| ACT middle 50% | 20–25 |
| Website | www.fisk.edu/ |
| Phone | 6153298500 |
| Classification | Historically Black College or University (HBCU) |
Admissions
About 7,982 students applied and 4,622 were admitted. Of those admitted, 320 enrolled.
Cost
Tuition and required fees are about $24,298 for full-time first-year students, the same for in-state and out-of-state students, which is typical of private institutions. Room and board are extra.
Outcomes
Of the 154 first-time, full-time students in the 150% cohort, 44% completed their programme within 150% of normal time. That cohort definition matters: part-time students and transfers are not included, so a college that serves many of them can have a low reported rate while still graduating most of its students.
Where it is
Fisk University is in Nashville, TN, Davidson County. Its coordinates are 36.1671, -86.8048.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the acceptance rate at Fisk University?
About 58% of first-year applicants are admitted, based on federal IPEDS data for 7,982 applicants.
How much does Fisk University cost?
Tuition and required fees are about $24,298 for in-state students, excluding room and board.
How many students attend Fisk University?
About 1,005 students are enrolled.