Fisk University is a private university established in 1866. As of fall 2023, it has an undergraduate enrollment of 965 students and sits on a 47-acre campus. The school follows a semester-based academic calendar. In the 2025 Best Colleges rankings, Fisk holds the #158 spot among National Liberal Arts Colleges.
At-a-Glance
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- Tuition & Fees: N/A
- Undergraduate Enrollment: 965
- Acceptance Rate: 58%
Fisk University Rankings
To get a broader sense of what Fisk offers, check out where it stands in other rankings:
- #158 in National Liberal Arts Colleges (tie)
- #16 in Historically Black Colleges and Universities (tie)
- #46 in Top Performers on Social Mobility (tie)
Fisk ranks #158 out of 211 National Liberal Arts Colleges. These rankings are based on widely accepted measures of academic excellence.
U.S. News Overall Score
- Total Score (out of 100): 50
Outcomes (52%)
- Average 6-year graduation rate (16%): 49%
- 6-year graduation rate (Pell Grant recipients) (5.5%): 44%
- 6-year graduation rate (non-Pell Grant recipients) (5.5%): 42%
Fisk University Admissions
Fisk has a 58% acceptance rate. Among admitted students who submitted test scores:
- SAT range (middle 50%): 1160–1480
- ACT range (middle 50%): 20–25
A quarter of admitted students scored above these ranges, while another quarter scored below.
Admissions Stats
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- Application fee: N/A
- Acceptance rate: 58%
Fisk University Tuition & Financial Aid
When comparing costs, consider both the total sticker price (tuition, housing, books, etc.) and the net price (actual cost after aid and scholarships).
Tuition & Expenses
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- Net price for federal loan recipients (2021–2022): $29,632
Net Price by Family Income (2021–2022)
| Family Income | Average Cost |
|---|---|
| $0–$30,000 | $31,472 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $29,087 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $30,094 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $37,036 |
| $110,001+ | $20,335 |
- Food and Housing: N/A
Fisk University Academics
- Student-faculty ratio: 11:1
- Classes with fewer than 20 students: 60.8%
- Most popular majors: Information not available
- Freshman retention rate (student satisfaction indicator): 74%
Top Majors for 2023 Graduates
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Fisk University Student Life
- Total undergraduate enrollment (fall 2023): 965
- Gender distribution: 32.4% male, 67.6% female
- Athletic association: NAIA
Student Life Stats
- Total enrollment (fall 2023): 1,022
- On-campus housing: N/A
- Athletics: NAIA
Student Body (Fall 2023)
- Undergraduate enrollment: 965
- Graduate enrollment: 57
- Pell Grant recipients (2022–2023): 53%
Gender Distribution (Degree-Seeking Students)
- Women: 68%
- Men: 32%
- Veterans/active service members: 0.1%
Fisk University Campus
Student services include:
- Tutoring (non-developmental)
- Placement assistance
- Health services & insurance
Campus safety features:
- 24/7 foot & vehicle patrols
- Late-night transport/escort service
- 24-hour emergency phones
- Well-lit pathways
- Secure dorm access (key/card required)