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Fisk University

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world rank  2282

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Overview

Founded in 1866, the Fisk University is a non-profit private liberal arts higher education institution located in the urban setting of the large city of Nashville (population range of 500,000-1,000,000 inhabitants), Tennessee. Officially accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges, Fisk University is a very small sized (uniRank enrollment range: 500-999 students) coeducational US higher education institution formally affiliated with the Christian-Protestant religion. Fisk University offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor's degrees and master's degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 159-year-old US higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. The acceptance rate range is 60-69% making this US higher education organization a moderately selective institution. Fisk University also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

Fisk University's Control Typeprivate

Entity

Fisk University's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Fisk University' Size by Total Enrollmentvery small sized

Selectivity

Fisk University's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratemoderately selective

University Identity

Name
Name (English)
Name (Non Latin)
Acronym
Founded 1866
Motto Her sons and daughters are ever on the altar
Colours Gold and blue
Mascot The Fisk Bulldog
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University Location

Address 1000 17Th Avenue North
Nashville
37208-4501 Tennessee
United States
Fisk University's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
Fisk University Phone Number (615) 329 8500
Fisk University Fax Number (615) 329 8715
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Fields of Study / Degree Levels

Introduction

What is the difference between comprehensive/generalist and specialized universities in terms of the range of fields of study they offer, degree levels available and academic and carreer paths pros and cons? Read our guide article about generalist and specialized universities to learn more.


Fields of Study and Degree Levels Matrix

The following Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix of Fisk University is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify Fisk University's academic range and degree level offering.




Programs and Courses

Programs/Courses/Degrees

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Tuition Fees

Introduction

Yearly tuition fees refers to the amount of money that a student is charged by a University for one academic year of full-time study. Read our guide article about tuition fees and financial aid options to learn more.


Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of Fisk University categorizes tuition fees by student type (local or international) and degree level (undergraduate or postgraduate). It aims to help students get an approximate idea of the estimated yearly tuition fees at Fisk University.



Fisk University: Tuition Fees Range Matrix

Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students
20,000-24,999 US$ (18,225-22,780 Euro) 20,000-24,999 US$ (18,225-22,780 Euro)
International
students
20,000-24,999 US$ (18,225-22,780 Euro) 20,000-24,999 US$ (18,225-22,780 Euro)

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Admissions

Introduction

Applying for admission is the first step towards achieving students' academic and career goals and accessing the many opportunities and resources that a university has to offer. Read our "Introduction to University Admissions" article to learn more.


Admission Information

Fisk University's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits men and women (coeducational).


Fisk University's Admission Selection Admission Selection

This higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

This institution acceptance rate range is 60-69% making it a moderately selective higher education institution.


Minority Serving Minority Serving

This institution is a Historically Black College or University (HBCU) and, historically, has a special focus on promoting education and research among the above specific US ethnic group.


Admission Requirements Admission Requirements

  • Secondary school GPA is required
  • Secondary school rank is recommended
  • Secondary school record is required
  • Completion of college-preparatory program is recommended
  • Recommendations are required
  • Formal demonstration of competencies is neither required nor recommended
  • Admission test scores are required
  • TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) is required
  • Other Test (Wonderlic, WISC-III, etc.) is neither required nor recommended

Source: IPDES


Fisk University's International Students Admission International Students Admission

International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.


Fisk University's Admission Office Admission Office

1000 17th Avenue North
Nashville 37208-3051
(615) 329 8665
800 443 3475

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Size and Profile

Introduction

University size and profile can be important factors to consider when choosing a university. Here are some potential reasons why University size and profile can affect students when choosing a university.


Size and Profile

Fisk University's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

This institution has a student enrollment range from 500 to 999, making it a very small-sized institution.


Fisk University's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution's academic staff ranges from 50 to 99 members.


Fisk University's Control Type Control Type

This institution is a private higher education institution.


Fisk University's Entity Type Entity Type

This institution is a non-profit higher education institution.


Fisk University's Campus Setting Campus Setting

This institution's main campus is located in a urban setting.


Fisk University's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a semesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into two main terms, or semesters, each typically lasting about 15 to 18 weeks, separated by a long break, usually a winter or summer vacation.


Fisk University's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


Fisk University is Christian-Protestant Religious Affiliation

Christian-Protestant. United Church of Christ - www.ucc.org


Facilities and Services

Introduction

What are the most common University facilities and services? Read our two guide articles about University Facilities and University Services to learn more.


University Facilities


Fisk University's Library University Library

Yes Visit Fisk University's Library
Fisk University's library does not have any external branch. The library collection is comprised of both physical (i.e. books, medium, etc.) and digital/electronic items. In 2021 the library reported 144,365 physical volumes, 4,597 physical media, 9,248 digital/electronic media and 63 licensed digital/electronic databases. The library is managed by a total number of 7 full-time employees, including 3 librarians. Fisk University's library has a total library expenditure greater than $100,000 per year. Source: IPDES.


Fisk University's Housing University Housing

Yes
In particular, the Fisk University provides on-campus housing and the total dormitory capacity, whether on or off campus, was about 842 students in the 2021 academic year. Source: IPDES.


Fisk University's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Yes


Fisk University's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported


University Services


Fisk University's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Yes


Fisk University's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Yes


Fisk University's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Yes

In particular, this institution offers some programs fully via distance education at the undergraduate level Source: IPDES.

Fisk University's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Yes


Fisk University's Career Services Career Services

Yes


Recognition and Accreditation

Introduction

There are different types of legal recognition and quality assessment of higher education institutions around the world, depending on the country and its legal and higher education system... read our article about university accreditation and recognition to learn more.


Fisk University's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Fisk University is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

1930


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Fisk University's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs
  • American Chemical Society
  • National Association of Schools of Music, Commission on Accreditation


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Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

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Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Fisk University's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • Council of Independent Colleges (CIC)
  • International Assembly for Collegiate Business Education (IACBE)
  • Oak Ridge Associated Universities (ORAU)
  • National Athletic Association (NAA)
  • National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA)


Academic Structure

Introduction

Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of fields of study and disciplines a university focuses on and the institution's level of specialization. Comprehensive or Generalist Universities typically offer a wide range of academic programs and have many academic divisions and subdivisions across different disciplines, while Specialized Universities tend to focus on a narrower range of programs within a specific field or industry and have fewer divisions and a more streamlined organizational structure. Read our guide article "Understanding Academic Divisions in Universities - Colleges, Faculties, Schools" to learn more about academic divisions and typical university organizational structures.


Academic Structure

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Social Media

Introduction

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Social Media

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