FISK UNIVERSITY

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Fisk University

School Overview

The school's main campus is located in a large city (in Nashville, TN). The maximum program length is more than 4 years. The highest degree offered by the school is the Master's degree.

Contacting the School

1000 17th Ave N
Nashville, TN 37203-4501
Main Phone: (615) 329-8500
Web Site: www.fisk.edu

Student Body Size and Diversity

In Fall 2002, the school had 798 (full-time equivalent) students. 99.5% of students attend full-time, while 0.5% attend part-time. In Fall 2002, 67 male students and 151 female students enrolled as first-time students (freshmen, typically). Male students comprised 30.7% of the student body, while females made up 69.3%.

Minority enrollment included African-American (84)%.

Fisk University is a Minority Serving Institution as defined by the Office of Civil Rights.

School Selectivity

In the class starting in 2002, 74.2% of applicants were admitted.

Degree Levels

Bachelor's Degree
Certificate, Post-Bachelor's
Master's Degree

Degree Programs

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Business And Management

Business

Computer

Computer Science

English Language And Literature

General English Language

History And Social Sciences

Life Sciences

Biology

Literature And Language

Romance Language And Literature

Performing And Visual Arts

Philosophy And Religion

Other Philosophy And Religion

Physical Sciences

Psychology

General Psychology

School Accreditation

Fisk University reports that it is nationally accredited. Accreditation is by an agency recognized by the US Dept. of Education.

Fisk University is accredited regionally by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Colleges (SACSCC).

Athletics, Including Athletic Scholarships & Financial Aid

Fisk University belongs to the following athletic conferences:

Division III Independents (for basketball, baseball, and track & field).

The school offers financial aid to athletes for basketball, baseball, and track & field.

Special Student Services

Academic Services

Remedial assistance
AP credits
Study abroad

Financial Flexibility

ROTC
Career counseling
Placement services for graduates

Cost of Attending

In-State, Living On Campus:	$ 20,240
In-State, Living With Family:	$ 14,800
Out of State, Living On Campus:	$ 20,240

Admission Requirements

The school does not offer open admission; requirements include:

Required:

High-school GPA is required.
Secondary school record is required.
Standardized test scores are required.
Recommendations are required.
A college preparatory program is required.
The TOEFL (if applicable) is required for international students.

Recommended (but not required):

Secondary school rank is recommended.

Neither Required Nor Recommended:

A demonstration of competency (such as samples of work, e.g.) is neither required nor recommended.

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