Go to Search Page Help build a student's future TODAY. DONATE ABOUT FISK UNIVERSITY Home » About Fisk University Fisk University is a highly ranked historically black universities, according to U.S. News and World Report, and is the oldest institution of higher learning in Nashville, Tennessee. Fisk’s outstanding faculty and students continue to enhance the University’s international reputation for academic excellence. Our scholars continue to make strides in all areas of the industry from Social Justice to the sciences. A Fisk education prepares our students to become beacons in servicing the community and well-rounded leaders and scholars in their respective fields. Fisk offers more than 20+ undergraduate and graduate programs in Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Clinical Psychology with a bridge Masters to Ph.D. programs through a partnership with Vanderbilt University. VISIT OUR CAMPUS Conveniently located in NASHVILLE, TN Fisk University is a five minute drive from downtown Nashville and is accessible by air via the Nashville International Airport. Public transportation services the local area and the university campus. CAMPUS MAP HOTEL & EATS OURMISSION Fisk University produces graduates from diverse backgrounds with the integrity and intellect required for substantive contributions to society, Our curriculum is grounded in the liberal arts. Our faculty and administrators emphasize the discovery and advancement of knowledge through research in the natural and social sciences, business and the humanities. We are committed to the success of scholars and leaders with a global perspective. Printed reviews of academic excellence like U.S. News and World Report, the Princeton Review, Niche Forbes Magazine, Bloomberg Businessweek and the Wall Street Journal Recognize Fisk University for its consistent academic prowesses, overall value and campus life. READ PUBLICATIONS QUICKFACTS: Fisk University is your home away from home, where you become apart of an evergrowing Fisk Family. Learn some quick facts about our academics, campus life, sports, notable alumni and more. OUR ACADEMIC PROGRAMS & OFFERINGS CAMPUS LIFE & LOCAL HAPPENINGS FISK ATHLETICS & SPORTS EVENTS EXPLORE NASHVILLE Nashville and Fisk University have had such an amazing relationship from the beginning of the university in 1866. From the cities, musical roots starting here with our Fisk Jubilee Singers, to the amazing dining experiences you will find just moments away from campus. Giving all who visit the urban experience with the personality of small-town living. SEE WHATS HAPPENING STUDENT RESOURCES FINANCIAL AID FISK ATHLETICS RESIDENCE LIFE STUDENT LOG-IN CAMPUS LINKS ABOUT ACADEMICS CAMPUS LIFE CAMPUS SAFETY FISK CARES ACT REPORT HUMAN RESOURCES UNIVERSITY GALLERIES WFSK WORK ORDER REQUEST Fisk University is committed to maintaining a diverse community in an atmosphere of mutual respect and appreciation of differences. Fisk, in its educational programs and activities including students and employees, does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, or age and this is a requirement of Title IX. Furthermore, the university does not discriminate against veterans or individuals with disabilities. Should you have any questions regarding the above, please reach out to our Title IX coordinator Mickey West (click here for Title IX webpage) or to the Department of Education Offices of Civil Rights. If there are any ADA Accessibility Compliant issues that are found on the website, please contact webmaster@fisk.edu. Web Design, Marketing & Support by JLB 1000 17th Avenue N. Nashville, TN 37208 CONTACT US