Johnson C Smith University
School Overview: Acceptance Rate, Tuition, and More
About Johnson C Smith University
School Type: Private
Religious Affiliation: Not applicable
Status: Non-profit
Military Friendly: No
Accreditation: regional
Johnson C Smith University is a small private university located on an urban campus in Charlotte, North Carolina. It has a total undergraduate enrollment of 1,058, and admissions are very selective, with an acceptance rate of 43%. The university offers 25 bachelor's degrees, has an average graduation rate of 34%, and a student-faculty ratio of 11:1. Tuition and fees for students are $18,450.
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Admissions Breakdown
Acceptance Rate
Full-Time Student Retention Rate
Six-Year Graduation Rate of Full-Time, First-Time Students
Application Considerations
Test scoresNot considered for admission, even if submitted (Test Blind)
High school transcriptRequired to be considered for admission
High school rankNot required for admission, but considered if submitted
Letter of recommendationNot considered for admission, even if submitted
High school GPARequired to be considered for admission
Open admissionNo
Completion of college prep programRequired to be considered for admission
Test of English as a foreign language (TOEFL)Required to be considered for admission
Transfer Credit Policy
Dual enrollmentNo
Credit for qualified life experience*Implied no
Advance placement (AP) creditsYes
*This can include previous jobs, trainings, licenses/credentials, or seminars. You may need to complete an exam or provide a portfolio to earn credit.
SAT & ACT
ACT 25th-75th Percentile13-18
SAT 25th-75th Percentile800-980
Learning Environment
Student Body Stats
2k
Students enrolled
60%
Online student enrollment
11:1
Student to faculty ratio
Ways Students Can Learn
Demographics
White
1%
Unknown
20%
Black
78%
Hispanic
0%
Two or more races
0%
Non-U.S. Citizen
1%
Asian
0%
American Indian/Alaska Native
1%
Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander
0%
Socio-economic diversity
74% of students received an income-based Federal Pell Grant intended for low-income students.
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Online Programs
Offers Online Programs
Yes
Online Programs
4
Total Online Enrollment
658
Student Location Breakout
Bar graph visual depicting student location breakout percentages.60% online, 40% on-campus.
Percent of Programs Online
85% On-campus
15% Online
Types of Online Programs Offered
CertificatesNot offered
AssociateNot offered
Bachelor's16% online
Graduate CertificateNot offered
Master'sNot offered
DoctorateNot offered
Student Charges
Tuition and Required Fees
| Student Level | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $18,450 | $18,450 |
| Graduate | $19,242 | $19,242 |
Cost of Undergraduate Attendance
Costs based on full-time, first-time degree- or certificate-seeking undergraduates.
| Costs to Consider | Price |
|---|---|
| Books and supplies | $1,200 |
| On-campus room and board | $9,014 |
| On-campus other expenses | $5,250 |
| Off-campus (not with family) room and board | $10,400 |
| Off-campus (not with family) other expenses | $5,250 |
| Off-campus (with family) other expenses | $5,250 |
Total Undergraduate Cost
| Total cost by category | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| On-campus | $33,914 | $33,914 |
| Off-campus without family | $35,300 | $35,300 |
| Off-campus with family | $24,900 | $24,900 |
Financial Breakdown
Students Receiving Aid
Federal Grant Aid
74%
State Grant Aid
45%
Institution Grant Aid
68%
Pell Grant
74%
Average Aid Awarded
Financial Outlook
$30k
Average student debtafter graduation
$26k
Average salary 6 years after starting school
Varsity Athletic Teams
NCAA Division I-FCS
of the overall student body is a member of an athletic team.
Participation
- Basketball
- Football
- Golf
- Tennis
- Track Field Indoor
- Track Field Outdoor
- Track Field Xcountry
- Bowling
- Softball
- Volleyball
Degrees Awarded by Program
| # | Programs | BA | MA | Doc |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Biological And Biomedical Sciences. | |||
| 2 | Business, Management, Marketing, And Related Support Services. | |||
| 3 | Communication, Journalism, And Related Programs. | |||
| 4 | Computer And Information Sciences And Support Services. | |||
| 5 | English Language And Literature/Letters. | |||
| 6 | Health Professions And Related Programs. | |||
| 7 | History. | |||
| 8 | Liberal Arts And Sciences, General Studies And Humanities. | |||
| 9 | Parks, Recreation, Leisure, Fitness, And Kinesiology. | |||
| 10 | Physical Sciences. | |||
| 11 | Psychology. | |||
| 12 | Public Administration And Social Service Professions. | |||
| 13 | Social Sciences. | |||
| 14 | Visual And Performing Arts. |
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