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Johnson C. Smith University

#782 in Colleges with the Best Professors in America
  • 4 Year
  • Charlotte, NC
  • 833 reviews
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    C+
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Academics
      B-
    2. Value
      C+
    3. Diversity
      B+
    4. Campus
      D+
    5. Athletics
      B
    6. Party Scene
      A-
    7. Professors
      B
    8. Location
      B+
    9. Dorms
      D-
    10. Campus Food
      D+
    11. Student Life
      C
    12. Safety
      C-
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    Johnson C. Smith is a private university located in Charlotte, North Carolina. As a historically black college, JCSU has a strong history of and commitment to the education of black Americans. It is a small institution with an enrollment of 1,329 undergraduate students. Admissions is fairly competitive as the Johnson C. Smith acceptance rate is 38%. Popular majors include Business, Communications, and Social Work and Youth Services. Graduating 44% of students, Johnson C. Smith alumni go on to earn a starting salary of $24,600.
    About Johnson C. Smith University...
    Athletic Division
    NCAA Division II (with football)
    Athletic Conference
    Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association
    Address
    100 Beatties Ford Road
    Charlotte, NC 28216
    Website
    jcsu.edu
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    Johnson C. Smith University Rankings

    Niche rankings are based on rigorous analysis of key statistics from the U.S. Department of Education and millions of reviews.

    Admissions

    Acceptance Rate
    38%
    Application Deadline
    —
    SAT Range
    750- 960
    ACT Range
    14-19
    Application Fee
    $25
    SAT/ACT
    Required
    High School GPA
    Required
    Early Decision/Early Action
    —

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    Cost

    Net Price
    $18,087/ year
    National
    $15,523
    Average cost after financial aid for students receiving grant or scholarship aid, as reported by the college.
    Average Total Aid Awarded
    $13,783/ year
    National
    $7,535
    Students Receiving Financial Aid
    99%

    Academics

    Professors
    B
    Based on faculty accomplishments, salary, student reviews, and additional factors.
    Student Faculty Ratio
    12:1
    Evening Degree Programs
    Yes
    75%
    of students agree that professors put a lot of effort into teaching their classes.60 responses
    59%
    of students agree that it is easy to get the classes they want.66 responses
    55%
    of students agree that the workload is easy to manage.65 responses
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    Majors

    Most Popular Majors
    • Business
      39 Graduates
    • Communications
      33 Graduates
    • Social Work and Youth Services
      27 Graduates
    • Sport and Fitness Management
      26 Graduates
    • Biology
      25 Graduates
    • Criminology
      15 Graduates
    • Psychology
      12 Graduates
    • Community Health Services and Counseling
      9 Graduates
    • Information Science
      9 Graduates
    • Liberal Arts and Humanities
      7 Graduates

    Students

    Full-Time Enrollment
    1,329Undergrads
    Part-Time Undergrads
    65
    Undergrads Over 25
    19%
    Pell Grant
    75%
    Varsity Athletes
    15%
    Poll
    What one word or phrase best describes the typical student at this school?
    Based on 28 responses
    Report
    • Determined
      68%
    • Sophomoric
      18%
    • Outgoing
      7%
    • Diverse
      4%
    • Lacks engagement
      4%

    Campus Life

    Freshmen Live On-Campus
    88%
    Poll
    46%
    of students say that Greek life is average, and no one will treat you differently if you don't join.63 responses
    Poll
    72%
    of students say varsity sports are a big part of campus life.88 responses
    Poll
    What one word or phrase best describes your school?
    Based on 34 responses
    Report
    • Expensive
      32%
    • Pride
      29%
    • Tradition
      24%
    • Lack of pride and energy
      6%
    • Underrated
      6%
    • Home away from home
      3%

    After College

    Median Earnings 6 Years After Graduation
    $28,400/ year
    National
    $33,028
    Graduation Rate
    44%
    National
    49%
    Employed 2 Years After Graduation
    93%
    National
    83%
    79%
    of students feel confident they will find a job in their field after graduation.28 responses
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    Johnson C. Smith University has given me an experience I would never forget. Being from a poor family as well as neighborhood once gave me the impression that I would not leave that situation. Battling depression and other feelings were indescribable as far as words go. I visited JCSU during my preteen years and could only dream of a chance to enroll. Well, 2017 I was accepted and experienced college at 27 years old. That was the most exhilarating, unbelievable, phenomenal moment in my life. I strongly recommend JCSU to anyone looking to make a change for themselves or study in a pleasant environment.JCSU saved my life. My name is Eric Darcey Flowe and I want to personally thankJohnson C. Smith University!
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    My first year of college was the most hardest. I wasn’t used to being away from my family nor being on my own. When I got to Smith, students made me feel welcomed. Students showed me around and took me in as their little sister. The professors are very helpful and they also are willing to work with you when you need help. Smith has tutoring services for each major so that students are receiving all help that they need. Also, if you attend to those tutoring sessions, you may be eligible for scholarships. Most colleges don’t do “field trips” like elementary- high school, but MY HBCU does. Every semester, they give student the opportunity to explore more than just what’s offered on campus and sometimes just to have fun. Of course you would have to work in order to receive these privileges but it’s all worth it.
    Overall, Johnson C. Smith University is a great university. The student life is very good and homecoming is the best! The campus is wonderful, the professors are very hands-on and will work hard to make sure their students will succeed in life. The environment is nice, everyone there will make you feel right at home. The staff is very friendly and helpful.