At a glance
Average net price
$32,020
In-state, after aid
6-year graduation rate
29.9%
Admission rate
37%
Undergrad size
1,035
In-state tuition
$25,858
Out-of-state tuition
$25,858
Cost of attendance
$39,450
Median earnings (10y)
$45,454
Admissions
- SAT average
- 1,200
- ACT midpoint
- 23
- Retention
- 73.8%
- Locale
- City
Programs breakdown
13 program areas reported · Heavily focused on stem (56% of credentials).
- STEM56%
- Business8%
- Humanities & arts13%
- Social sciences22%
- Trades & services1%
- Biological sciences34.8%~360 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Computer science17.0%~176 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Psychology11.6%~120 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Social sciences9.8%~102 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Business8.0%~83 students/yr · BusinessCompare schools
- Liberal arts4.5%~46 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~46 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Mathematics3.6%~37 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- English1.8%~19 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- History1.8%~19 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Education0.9%~9 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~9 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~9 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
Share of all degrees and certificates awarded in each broad CIP-2 program area (U.S. Department of Education, latest reporting year). Estimated students/yr = share × undergrad size.
Specific majors offered
13 specific majors with reported completions. Earnings shown are median annual earnings 1 year after graduation; debt is median student-loan debt at graduation.
| Major | Credential | Grads | Median earnings | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biology, General. | Bachelor's | 77 | — | — |
| Business/Commerce, General. | Bachelor's | 44 | — | — |
| Psychology, General. | Bachelor's | 41 | $28,812 | $26,500 |
| Political Science and Government. | Bachelor's | 22 | — | — |
| Biochemistry, Biophysics and Molecular Biology. | Bachelor's | 20 | — | — |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General. | Bachelor's | 13 | — | — |
| English Language and Literature, General. | Bachelor's | 7 | — | — |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | Bachelor's | 7 | — | — |
| Biology, General. | Master's | 6 | — | — |
| Data Science. | Bachelor's | 5 | — | — |
| Fine and Studio Arts. | Bachelor's | 5 | — | — |
| History. | Bachelor's | 5 | — | — |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor's | — | $36,640 | $26,120 |
Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard Field of Study. Earnings cover graduates who received federal financial aid and are working / not enrolled. Cells marked "—" are not reported or were suppressed for privacy.
About Fisk University
Fisk University is a mid-sized institution located in Nashville, Tennessee, primarily awarding the bachelor's degree. It enrolls roughly 1,035 undergraduate students in a city setting. The most popular fields of study include Biological sciences, Computer science, Psychology.
Cost & tuition
The average net price at Fisk University — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $32,020 per year, which is above the national average compared to other U.S. institutions. Published tuition is $25,858 per year before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $39,450 annually.
Graduation & earnings outcomes
The 6-year graduation rate is 29.9%, a below-average completion outcome. 73.8% of first-time students return for a second year, a useful proxy for student satisfaction and academic fit. Ten years after enrolling, the median graduate earns $45,454 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.
Programs & majors
Fisk University confers degrees and certificates across 13 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Biological sciences, Computer science, Psychology. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by stem (56% of credentials), social sciences (22% of credentials), humanities & arts (13% of credentials), which gives a quick read on the school's overall academic profile. Use the programs breakdown below to see every reported area, an estimated number of students per program per year, and links to compare other U.S. colleges in the same field.
Admissions
Fisk University accepts 37% of applicants, making it selective. Admitted students have an average SAT score around 1,200. The ACT midpoint for admitted students is roughly 23.
Location & campus
Set in Nashville, Tennessee (city), Fisk University draws students from across Tennessee and beyond. Prospective students often weigh proximity, cost of living, and local industry demand when choosing between schools in this area.
Frequently asked questions about Fisk University
Q.How much does Fisk University cost?
The average net price at Fisk University is $32,020 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $39,450.
Q.What is the graduation rate at Fisk University?
Fisk University has a 6-year graduation rate of 29.9% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
Q.How hard is it to get into Fisk University?
Fisk University admits 37% of applicants, which is considered selective.
Q.How much do Fisk University graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, the median Fisk University graduate earns $45,454 per year.
Q.What is tuition at Fisk University?
Published tuition is $25,858 in-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.
Q.Where is Fisk University located?
Fisk University is located in Nashville, Tennessee (ZIP 37208).
Data on this page comes from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard and IPEDS, the federal sources colleges are required to report to. Net price, graduation rate, and earnings figures reflect the latest available federal release. Always verify current tuition and program availability directly with Fisk University at their official website.