Fisk University is a private nonprofit institution in Nashville, TN. 59 students use VA education benefits there. VA paid it $133,336 in Post-9/11 tuition and fees for 8 recipients in the most recent reporting year. It participates in Yellow Ribbon.
The numbers
| Type | Private nonprofit |
|---|---|
| Accreditation | Regional |
| Students on VA benefits | 59 |
| Undergraduate enrollment | 1,035 |
| Tuition, in-state | $24,298 / year |
| Books, estimated | $2,000 / year |
| Housing allowance here | $2,394 / month |
| Yellow Ribbon | Yes |
| Graduation rate, all students | 35% |
| Median salary after attending | $45,454 |
| Average student loan debt | $27,000 |
| Academic calendar | Semesters |
Tuition figures are what VA has on file and may not match this year’s published rate. Confirm with the school.
What it does for military students
Each of these is a commitment the school has made and VA records. None of it is our assessment.
Credit for military training
Awards academic credit for service schools and occupational experience.
Eight Keys to Veterans’ Success
Committed to a published set of practices for supporting student veterans.
DoD tuition assistance agreement
Can accept military tuition assistance for active-duty students.
Who to contact
Address
1000 17th Ave North
Nashville, TN 37208-4501
Main switchboard
(615) 329-8500
Website
www.fisk.edu
Financial aid
www.fisk.edu/financial-aid
Check it yourself
Everything above comes from VA’s GI Bill Comparison Tool. See Fisk University’s VA record.
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