Fisk University Admission Requirements

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Fisk University Admission Overview

Fisk University admission requirements are highly competitive, with one of the lowest admission rates in Tennessee. Last year Fisk University admitted 37.4% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 3.1 GPA (B) and SAT 1140-1510 / ACT 19-24. Fisk University is test-optional, so you choose whether to send SAT or ACT. Those figures describe last year's class, not a score you must hit.

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Fisk University is test-optional. You choose whether to send SAT or ACT.

Source: IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Fisk University Acceptance Rate

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Acceptance rate

37.4%

Admission Standards

Challenging

Applicant Competition

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Acceptance Rate

The Fisk University acceptance rate is 37.4%. Last year, 4,274 of 11,421 applicants were admitted. That is the 3rd lowest acceptance rate in Tennessee and the 136th lowest in the nation.

Admission Selectivity

How hard is it to get into Fisk University and can you get accepted?

Fisk University is a highly competitive school to get into, admitting fewer than half of applicants. You have a moderate chance of acceptance if you meet last year's profile.

Fisk University typically attracts "B" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.1. Most incoming freshmen graduate in the top half of their high school class. 9% of those admitted chose to enroll.

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Fisk University GPA

GPA of enrolled freshmen

Avg. High School GPA

3.1

Typical High School Grades

Average GPA (4.0 Scale) 3.1

0.0 1.0 2.0 3.0 4.0

Average GPA

Enrolled freshmen at Fisk University typically have around a 3.1 GPA (B) on a 4.0 scale. That is last year's class average, not a cutoff. Enrolled students typically have about average high school grades. Fisk University is test-optional. If you withhold SAT or ACT, GPA carries more weight.

The school ranks #40 in Tennessee for highest average GPA.

See additional colleges accepting applicants in the 3.1 GPA range.

GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2024

Fisk University SAT Scores

SAT scores of enrolled freshmen

SAT Range

1140-1510

Freshmen who sent SAT

33%

25th Percentile Scores

Reading 570
Math 570
Composite 1140

75th Percentile Scores

Reading 720
Math 790
Composite 1510

Average SAT

Enrolled testers at Fisk University typically score around a 1330 SAT (middle 50% 1140–1510) out of 1600. That is last year's class, not a cutoff. The average SAT of enrolled testers is about the 90th percentile nationally. Fisk University ranks #3 in the state of Tennessee and #174 in the nation for highest average SAT composite score.

SAT Range (25th-75th Percentile) 1140 to 1510

800 1000 1200 1400 1600

SAT policy

Fisk University is test-optional. You choose whether to send SAT. If you send a score, it is considered.

View other colleges which accept students in the 1330 SAT score range.

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

How SAT scores compare with last year's enrolled testers

This table compares SAT ranges with last year's enrolled testers and the school's acceptance rate. It is not a personal chance of admission. If you withhold SAT, skip this table.

SAT ranges vs last year's enrolled testers at Fisk University
SAT Score (1600 scale)	Competitiveness	Admission Chances
1510+	Above 75th	>53%
1330 to 1510	Avg +	37%-53%
1140 to 1330	Avg -	24%-37%
Below 1140	Below mid-50	<24%

What do these figures mean?

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Fisk University ACT Scores

ACT scores among enrolled freshmen

ACT Range

19-24

Freshmen reporting ACT

66%

25th Percentile Scores

English 16
Math 16
Composite 19

75th Percentile Scores

English 24
Math 23
Composite 24

Average ACT

Incoming testers at Fisk University typically have around a 21 ACT (mid-50 19–24) on the 36 scale. That reflects last year's enrolled testers, not a cutoff. That average sits near the 57th percentile of ACT takers nationwide. Fisk University places #22 among colleges in Tennessee for highest average ACT composite.

ACT Range (25th-75th Percentile) 19 to 24

1 9 18 27 36

ACT policy

You may apply to Fisk University without ACT. A score you do send is still reviewed.

See colleges with similar ACT profiles in the 21.0 ACT score range.

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

How ACT scores compare with last year's enrolled testers

This table compares ACT ranges with last year's enrolled testers and the school's acceptance rate. They are not your individual odds. If you leave ACT off your application, you can skip this table.

ACT bands compared with last year's enrolled testers at Fisk University
ACT Score (36 scale)	Competitiveness	Admission Chances
24+	Above 75th	>56%
21 to 24	Avg +	37%-56%
19 to 21	Avg -	26%-37%
Below 19	Below mid-50	<26%

How to read these figures

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

High School Class Rank

Class Rank of Admitted Students

74% of Fisk University freshman are in the top half of their high school graduating class and 46% are in the top quarter.

High School Class Rank for admitted Fisk University students
High School Class Rank	Freshmen Within Range
Top 10% of class	14.9%
Top 25% of class	46.2%
Top 50% of class	74%

Data Source, Peterson's Data

Estimate How You Compare

See how your GPA and scores compare with last year's enrolled testers. You can mark that you will withhold scores.

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Applying

Admission Statistics

Admission and enrollment rates by gender are detailed in the table below.

Fisk University admission statistics
	Women	Men	Total
Applied	7,371	4,030	11,421
Accepted	3,056	1,211	4,274
Acceptance Rate	41%	30%	37%
Enrolled	166	208	374
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield)	5%	17%	9%

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Application Requirements

What are the requirements for admission to Fisk University and what student information is used for admission decisions?

Fisk University application requirements
Requirement	Used for Admission
Test Scores	Not required for admission, but considered if submitted (Test Optional)
High School GPA	Required to be considered for admission
High School Class Rank	Not required for admission, but considered if submitted
Completion of College Preparatory Program	Not required for admission, but considered if submitted
Recommendations	Not required for admission, but considered if submitted
Demonstration of Competencies	Not considered for admission, even if submitted

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Fall 2027 Application Deadline

Applications Due

Aug 1, 2027

Days left to Apply

335

Applicants have 335 days left until the Fall 2027 term applications are due on Aug 1, 2027.

Application Fee

The cost for prospective students to apply to Fisk University is $0. The school is free to apply to.

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Credits Accepted

High school credits accepted at Fisk University
Credit Type	Accepted
AP Credit	Yes
Dual Credit	Yes
Credit for Life Experiences	No

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Admission summary

Fisk University is test-optional for 2024-25. Last year it admitted 37.4% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 3.1 GPA (about an B average). Send SAT/ACT if you are at or above this campus mid-50 (1140-1510); otherwise withhold. Mid-50 scores, where shown, are enrolled testers, not cutoffs.

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025