Philander Smith University
School Overview: Acceptance Rate, Tuition, and More
About Philander Smith University
School Type: Private
Religious Affiliation: United Methodist
Status: Non-profit
Military Friendly: No
Accreditation: regional
Philander Smith University is a small private university located on an urban campus in Little Rock, Arkansas. It has a total undergraduate enrollment of 848, and admissions are selective. The university offers 17 bachelor's degrees, has an average graduation rate of 32%, and a student-faculty ratio of 12:1. Tuition and fees for students are $11,804.
Admissions Breakdown
Full-Time Student Retention Rate
Six-Year Graduation Rate of Full-Time, First-Time Students
Application Considerations
Test scores--
High school transcript--
High school rank--
Letter of recommendation--
High school GPA--
Open admissionYes
Completion of college prep program--
Test of English as a foreign language (TOEFL)--
Transfer Credit Policy
Dual enrollmentYes
Credit for qualified life experience*Yes
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 Percentile-
SAT 25th-75th Percentile-
Learning Environment
Student Body Stats
866
Students enrolled
45%
Online student enrollment
12:1
Student to faculty ratio
Ways Students Can Learn
Demographics
White
4%
Unknown
2%
Black
80%
Hispanic
3%
Two or more races
1%
Non-U.S. Citizen
8%
Asian
0%
American Indian/Alaska Native
%
Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander
2%
Socio-economic diversity
75% 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
1
Total Online Enrollment
391
Student Location Breakout
Bar graph visual depicting student location breakout percentages.45% online, 55% on-campus.
Percent of Programs Online
94% On-campus
6% Online
Types of Online Programs Offered
CertificatesNot offered
AssociateNot offered
Bachelor's6% online
Graduate CertificateNot offered
Master'sNot offered
DoctorateNot offered
Student Charges
Tuition and Required Fees
| Student Level | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $11,804 | $11,804 |
| Graduate | $21,600 | $21,600 |
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 | $10,000 |
| On-campus other expenses | $4,312 |
| Off-campus (not with family) room and board | $14,376 |
| Off-campus (not with family) other expenses | $5,778 |
| Off-campus (with family) other expenses | $5,778 |
Total Undergraduate Cost
| Total cost by category | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| On-campus | $27,316 | $27,316 |
| Off-campus without family | $33,158 | $33,158 |
| Off-campus with family | $18,782 | $18,782 |
Financial Breakdown
Students Receiving Aid
Federal Grant Aid
75%
State Grant Aid
4%
Institution Grant Aid
60%
Pell Grant
75%
Average Aid Awarded
Financial Outlook
$25k
Average student debtafter graduation
$24k
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
- Baseball
- Basketball
- Track Field Indoor
- Track Field Outdoor
- Track Field Xcountry
- Volleyball
Degrees Awarded by Program
| # | Programs | BA | MA | Doc |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Biological And Biomedical Sciences. | |||
| 2 | Business, Management, Marketing, And Related Support Services. | |||
| 3 | Computer And Information Sciences And Support Services. | |||
| 4 | Education. | |||
| 5 | English Language And Literature/Letters. | |||
| 6 | Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting And Related Protective Services. | |||
| 7 | Liberal Arts And Sciences, General Studies And Humanities. | |||
| 8 | Mathematics And Statistics. | |||
| 9 | Parks, Recreation, Leisure, Fitness, And Kinesiology. | |||
| 10 | Philosophy And Religious Studies. | |||
| 11 | Physical Sciences. | |||
| 12 | Psychology. | |||
| 13 | Public Administration And Social Service Professions. | |||
| 14 | Social Sciences. |
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