Admissions Overview
The admission process at Fisk University has a 71% acceptance rate. There is no application fee. Fisk University has test optional requirements that focus on each student's unique potential.
Selectivity
71%
Moderately Selective
Application Volume
7,268
Total Applicants
Enrollment Yield
6%
Students who enroll
Admission Requirements
The admission process at Fisk University has a 71% acceptance rate. There is no application fee. Standardized test score requirements may vary. The admissions team at Fisk University evaluates each application holistically to assess student potential.
Testing Policy
Test Optional
Students may apply without submitting standardized test scores
Application Cost
$0
No application fee required
Complete Application Requirements
Required for Admission
High School Transcript
RequiredHigh School GPA
RequiredEnglish Proficiency Test
RequiredOptional (Considered if Submitted)
Standardized Test Scores
OptionalPersonal Statement/Essay
OptionalLetters of Recommendation
OptionalHigh School Class Rank
OptionalWork Experience
OptionalLegacy Status
OptionalNot Considered for Admission
Other Tests (Wonderlic/WISC)
Not ConsideredNote: Requirements may vary by program or student type. International students may have additional requirements. Contact the admissions office for specific questions about your application.
Test Scores
Test score ranges represent the 25th to 75th percentile of admitted students at Fisk University. About 35% of admitted students submitted SAT scores, with total scores typically ranging from 1,090 to 1,450. Additionally, about 30% of admitted students submitted ACT scores, with composite scores typically ranging from 19 to 25.
SAT Scores
35% of students submitted400
1600
1090 – 1450
200
800
550 – 670
200
800
540 – 780
ACT Scores
30% of students submitted1
36
19 – 25
1
36
19 – 25
1
36
17 – 23
Admission Statistics
7,268 students applied to FISK. Of those, 71% were accepted (5,158 students). Of these 5,158 accepted students, 323 chose to enroll.
7,268
Total Applicants
5,158
Students Admitted
323
Students Enrolled
71%
Acceptance Rate