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Fisk University

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Fisk University: the applicant's brief

6 findings
  1. The short answer

    Fisk University is a liberal arts institution in Nashville, Tennessee, and it suits students who want a small, subject-focused undergraduate setting in the United States. It is a historically black university, but the programme catalogue is not published in the information available here.

  2. What you can study

    Fisk University is described as a liberal arts college. No subject list or programme catalogue is provided, so confirm the available majors, minors, and degree options on the official website before applying.

  3. Getting in

    International applicants should use the university website to check application requirements, deadlines, document rules, and any English-language or visa steps that may apply. The university’s admissions office can confirm what is needed for your country and intended study level.

  4. What it costs

    The university does not publish a tuition fee range here, so confirm the current cost with its admissions office. As with most universities in the United States, you should also budget separately for living costs, including housing, food, transport, and personal expenses.

  5. Coming from abroad

    The language of instruction is not stated, so confirm that on the official site before applying. If you are moving from abroad, check the admissions process, visa requirements, housing options, and whether your qualifications meet entry rules for the programme you want.

  6. How it compares

    With 2,515 universities in the United States, Fisk University sits in a very crowded national system, so its main distinction is not scale but identity: it is a historically black liberal arts college in Nashville. That makes it more specific in purpose than many larger US universities, which can be useful if you want a focused liberal arts environment rather than a broad multi-faculty institution.

Written from this university's catalogue entry and its cited encyclopedia summary. Figures are only shown where the institution or a cited source publishes them β€” always confirm fees and entry requirements with the university itself before applying.

Questions about Fisk University

What type of institution is Fisk University?

It is a public university in the country field, and it is described as a private historically black liberal arts college in Nashville, Tennessee.

Where is Fisk University located?

Nashville, Tennessee, United States.

What is the official website?

http://www.fisk.edu/

When was Fisk University founded?

1866.

Overview

Fisk University is a private historically black liberal arts college in Nashville, Tennessee, United States. It was founded in 1866 and its 40-acre (16Β ha) campus is a historic district listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

Programs at Fisk University

21 programs across 2 study levels.

Bachelor's Degree

Bachelor's Degree Computer Science & IT

Computer Science

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πŸŽ“ Full Time

Master's Degree

Master's Degree Science

Master's In Physics

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⏱ 1–2 years πŸŽ“ Full Time
Master's Degree Social Sciences & Psychology

Master's Social Justice

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⏱ 1–2 years πŸŽ“ Full Time
Master's Degree Life Sciences

Masters In Biology

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⏱ 1–2 years πŸŽ“ Full Time
Master's Degree Science

Masters In Chemistry

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⏱ 1–2 years πŸŽ“ Full Time
Master's Degree Computer Science & IT

Masters In Data Science

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⏱ 1–2 years πŸŽ“ Full Time

Tuition fees & costs

Indicative annual tuition

On request

Indicative living cost

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Fees vary by programme and are indicative. Confirm exact fees with the university before applying.

Admission requirements

How to apply

  1. 1Check the entry requirements and intake dates for your chosen programme on the official university website.
  2. 2Confirm you meet the academic requirements (high-school certificate, bachelor’s degree or equivalent) for the programme.
  3. 3Apply directly through the university admission portal, or via its official application platform.
  4. 4Submit your transcripts and English-proficiency scores (IELTS / TOEFL / Duolingo English Test) and pay the application fee.
  5. 5On receiving your offer letter, accept it and begin your student-visa process for United States.

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Last updated 29 Aug 2026. Information is provided for guidance β€” verify with official sources before applying.

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