Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 003490
- Phone: (931) 433-1305
- School Homepage
Admissions Office
Financial Aid Office
ACCEPTANCE RATE
93.41%FINANCIAL AID RATE
93%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
12:1FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$18,401Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students
Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid
Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition
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Fisk University
Also known as The Hair Academy, LLC
513 West College Street, Fayetteville, TN
Fisk University is a nonprofit private historically black institution located in Nashville, TN. Most historically black colleges and universities (also known as HBCUs) were established after the civil war to provide newly freed African Americans with educational opportunities. The lower student/teacher ratio and access to faculty is due primarily to the smaller enrollment, about 600 students, maintained by Fisk University.
Areas of study offered at Fisk University include:
- Business And Marketing Studies
- Psychology
- Biological And Biomedical Sciences
- Physical Sciences
- English Language And Literature
The admissions process starts with the submission of an application, transcripts, and test scores, which are then evaluated by admissions staff. Very common exam scores among applicants accepted to Fisk University are between 18 to 24 for the ACT exam, or 1250 to 1613 on the SAT exam. More information from the admissions office can be found at fisk.edu.
Undergraduate tuition is approximately $21,000 for the year, though it may change based on any number of circumstances. Students may visit the school's net price calculator to determine cost. Housing is available on-campus for students. The yearly cost of housing is around $5,800. Financial aid may be offered to students that meet the required requirements.
The Fisk University "Bulldogs" compete in a number of intercollegiate sports through participation in the NAIA. Available sports offered may include but not limited to:
- Basketball (NAIA Division I)
- Softball (NAIA Division I)
- Tennis (NAIA Division I)
- Volleyball (NAIA Division I)
Admission Requirements & Details
The admission details below may give an overview of the applicants The Hair Academy, LLC accepts. The details may include application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP college credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- AP Course Credits
Student Enrollment
The total student enrollment at Fisk University is about 780, with undergraduate students making up about 95% of the total student population and graduate students making up the rest.
Estimated Costs & Financial Aid
The items listed below are for informational purposes only and may not represent current tuition, fees, and expenses.
Tuition & Fees Information
- Annual tuition estimates are between $20,000-$24,000 for both state residents and nonresidents
- The estimated tuition for part time students is around $840 to $1,000 per unit
Financial Aid Details
The table below breaks down the types of financial aid, the percent of students receiving aid, and average amount of aid per student per year.
| Percent of Students | Average Amount | |
|---|---|---|
| Any Financial Aid | 93% | - |
| Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 93% | $11,802 |
| Receiving Student Loans | 93% | $8,909 |
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To help support students, Fisk University may offer student services like:- Distance learning
- Remedial instructional courses
- Counseling assistance
- Student employment
- Assisting students to find work
Specialized Programs & Accreditations
- Music Program
- * Accredited by the National Association of Schools of Music, Commission on Accreditation (since 1952)
Intercollegiate Athletics
The Hair Academy, LLC is a Member of National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA), with many of the sports belonging to the NAIA Division II classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Basketball (369)
- Golf
- Soccer
- Track and Field, Outdoor
- Volleyball
Programs Offered
The program list below is organized by areas of study. The programs that have a link will direct you to the program's profile page where you can learn more about education requirements and career pathways.
Get more information about the programs offered by Fisk University by clicking the request information to the right.
(C) Certificate or Award | (A) Associate's | (B) Bachelor's | (M) Master's Degree | (D) Doctorate (PhD,...)
Biological and Biomedical Sciences
- Biology (B, M)
Education
English Language and Literature
- English (B)
Foreign Languages and Literature
History
- History (B)
Liberal Arts and Sciences
- General Studies (B)
Mathematics and Statistics
- Math (B)
Psychology
- Psychology (B, M)
Social Sciences
- Political Science (B)
- Sociology (B)
Visual and Performing Arts
- Fine Arts and Studio Arts (B)
- Music (B)
Other 4-Year Private Colleges
The list of schools below have been selected by researching which schools offer similar programs to Fisk University.
- Kentucky Wesleyan College in Frankfort, KY (110 miles away)
- Covenant College in Rome, GA (115 miles away)
- Lane College in Knoxville, TN (118 miles away)
- Centre College in Lexington, KY (151 miles away)
- Shorter University in Savannah, GA (160 miles away)
See a list of all the colleges and universities by clicking on one of the links below:
- Browse through our complete list of colleges in Tennessee
- Browse our list of private colleges in Tennessee
Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 003490
- Phone: (931) 433-1305
- School Homepage