Known for biology — close-knit campus
Fisk University is a private institution in Nashville with particular strength in biology and business. With an average SAT of 1236, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.
A small campus of 950 undergraduates with a 11:1 student-faculty ratio. The urban location puts students at the center of city life.
44% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $45,454 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $26,135.
Established
1866
Motto
"Her sons and daughters are ever on the altar"
Mascot
The Fisk Bulldog
Type
Private historically black liberal arts college
Conference
National Association of
Division
Division III
58%Acceptance
1236SAT Avg
950Students
11:1Student:Faculty
44%Grad Rate
$45,454Earnings 10yr
$26,135Net Price
Admissions
Acceptance Rate57.9%
SAT Score Ranges
Average: 1236
Reading & WritingMid: 595
590700
MathMid: 615
570780
ACT Score Range
CompositeMid: 23
2025
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Tuition$24,298
Room & Board$11,698
Books & Supplies$2,000
Total Cost of Attendance$37,653
Average Net Price$26,135
Median Debt at Graduation$27,000
Monthly Payment (10yr)$286
Net Price by Family Income
$0–30K$21,410
$30–48K$24,865
$48–75K$27,075
$75–110K$35,437
$110K+$30,281
Programs (25)
Student Body
Undergrads
950
Gender Split
67% / 33%
Women / Men
First Generation
27%
Pell Grant Recipients
48%
Race & Ethnicity
Black 83%
Hispanic 1%
Asian 1%
Two+ 1%
Int'l 7%
Outcomes
4-Year Graduation Rate43.5%
Freshman Retention72.8%
Median Earnings After Graduation
6 Years$33,604
8 Years$32,162
10 Years$45,454
10-Year Earnings by Gender
Women
$36,300
Men
$36,300
More About This School
Varsity Sports — Bulldogs
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History & Fun Facts
Source: Wikipedia