About Johnson C Smith University

Founded in 1867, Johnson C Smith University. is a Private college. Located in North Carolina, which is a city setting in North Carolina, the campus itself is Urban. The campus is home to 1,326 full time undergraduate students, and 102 full time graduate students.

The Johnson C Smith University Academic calendar runs on a Semester basis. In the school year the student to faculty ratio was 11:1. There are 93 full time instructional teachers. Degrees awarded at Johnson C Smith University include: Bachelor's Degree, Masters Degree, Post-master's certificate, Doctor's degree.

Quick Facts

Acceptance Rate45%
Application Deadline
Application Fee25
SAT Range740-915
ACT Range15-19

Admissions at JCSU are considered More Selective, with ,40% of all applicants being admitted.

In the school year, of the students who applied to the school, only 5 of those who were admitted eventually ended up enrolling.

63% of incoming freshmen are in the top half of their high school class. 25% were in the top quarter, and 12% were in the top tenth. You can apply online.

STUDENT LIFE Reviews

We asked, and students answered these important questions about student life at Johnson C Smith University.

6%
“We”re apathetic”
6%
“We know about current events and vote”
78%
“We participate and encourage others to get involved”
11%
“There”s nothing we won”t protest”
0%
“We save it for the classroom”
22%
“Sometimes, but not often”
50%
“There”s usually intelligent conversation to be found”
28%
“All the time, including weekends”
0%
“I”m always terrified”
17%
“I only go out in groups”
22%
“I usually let someone know where I”m going”
61%
“I feel extremely safe”
6%
“We don”t play sports”
0%
“We play recreationally”
24%
“We bought the gear”
71%
“We live for the big game”
0%
“It”s not really our thing”
6%
“Occasinally we gallery crawl”
39%
“There are a variety of opportunities”
56%
“We”re a very artistic group”
6%
“Haven”t met them”
11%
“Available in class”
33%
“They keep regular office hours”
50%
“They”re always available”
0%
“No greek life, but other groups to join”
0%
“There is some involvement, but not a lot”
61%
“Plenty of people join a sorority or fraternity”
39%
“It”s everything. If you”re not greek, you”re a geek”
12%
“We”re not into drinking at all”
59%
“Maybe a little, but it”s not a big thing”
24%
“We only party on weekends”
6%
“There”s some drinking happening every night”
28%
“Never, we”re here to learn”
61%
“There might be people who do”
11%
“People are known to partake on weekends”
0%
“There”s a huge drug scene”
6%
“We”re apathetic”
6%
“We know about current events and vote”
78%
“We participate and encourage others to get involved”
11%
“There”s nothing we won”t protest”
0%
“We save it for the classroom”
22%
“Sometimes, but not often”
50%
“There”s usually intelligent conversation to be found”
28%
“All the time, including weekends”
0%
“I”m always terrified”
17%
“I only go out in groups”
22%
“I usually let someone know where I”m going”
61%
“I feel extremely safe”
6%
“We don”t play sports”
0%
“We play recreationally”
24%
“We bought the gear”
71%
“We live for the big game”
0%
“It”s not really our thing”
6%
“Occasinally we gallery crawl”
39%
“There are a variety of opportunities”
56%
“We”re a very artistic group”
6%
“Haven”t met them”
11%
“Available in class”
33%
“They keep regular office hours”
50%
“They”re always available”
0%
“No greek life, but other groups to join”
0%
“There is some involvement, but not a lot”
61%
“Plenty of people join a sorority or fraternity”
39%
“It”s everything. If you”re not greek, you”re a geek”
12%
“We”re not into drinking at all”
59%
“Maybe a little, but it”s not a big thing”
24%
“We only party on weekends”
6%
“There”s some drinking happening every night”
28%
“Never, we”re here to learn”
61%
“There might be people who do”
11%
“People are known to partake on weekends”
0%
“There”s a huge drug scene”
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  • How would you rate on-campus housing?

    85 Students rated on-campus housing 3.2 stars. 18 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate off-campus housing?

    53 Students rated off-campus housing 3.5 stars. 0 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate campus food?

    87 Students rated campus food 2.7 stars. 11 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate campus facilities?

    87 Students rated campus facilities 3.8 stars. 31 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate class size?

    87 Students rated class size 4.5 stars. 64 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate school activities?

    86 Students rated school activities 4 stars. 47 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate local services?

    86 Students rated local services 4.1 stars. 53 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate academics?

    87 Students rated academics 3.6 stars. 32 % gave the school a 5.0.

Johnson C Smith University REVIEWS

What's your overall opinion of Johnson C Smith University?

17 Students rated Johnson C Smith University

Reneasha - 11/09/2019

My overall opinion of Johnson C. Smith is just like any other college campus. It is what you make it. Granted I never wanted to attend a HBCU, but I blocked out the fact that it is an HBCU with the goal of me finishing what I started in obtaining my degree.

Deonte - 10/10/2019

I love my HBCU. It’s very rewarding to attend such a historically life learning institution . The learning environment is very educational as well as knowledgeable. I’m pleased with my choice to attend this fine I establishment. I enjoy all of my experiences thus far.

Christian - 07/20/2019

Johnson C Smith University has the ability to be a true premier school. I enjoy the small atmosphere but it is lacking in retaining students, providing true academuc assistance, and providing funds for students who truly need it. The housing and campus food must change. The Univeristy will need to move to a No-Smoking Campus. There is small support, but it should be a campuswide support that supports everyone. It saddens me to see students transfer because they are not happy with the overall campus. They feel betrayed. I chose to stay because I want to make a difference as a Golden Bull.

Ty'Neijah - 01/14/2019

Johnson C. Smith is a historically Black college. There is always different activities or events that are being held either on or off campus. The students are always so welcoming and friendly. The school/community is like a family; everyone supports everyone and is always there when you need a hand. If you are far away from home and you are not used to the weather or being at a predominately-black school then it can be a culture shock. Johnson C. Smith is a HBCU but there is a mixture of all type of different races and cultures that go here. I love this school because it is smaller than other colleges, so it gives you a chance to get close with your professors and form a close bond with them. The dorm rooms can use a little improving on them but they are working on fixing them so they can be a better living area for the students. The food is not the best but if you like, high school food then you will like this food as well. Overall, I love the school and would not choose no other school/college.

Johnson C Smith University FAQS

  1. What is the Acceptance Rate at Johnson C Smith University?

    The fall 2020 acceptance rate for Johnson C Smith University is 45%. That means, out of _____ applications received in 2020 , _____ students were offered admission. The number of males who applied was _____ vs the number of females which was _____.

  2. What should every freshman at your school know before they start?

    When I was growing up, I was able to see and learn the value of college before even attending yet. My mom had gone to college to get her AS, and BS and is a Supervisor at Butte County Probation, with a great salary. My dad, on the other hand didn't attend college, and hasn't held a steady job for more than 5 years. I am currently working towards my AS, and then will continue on for my BS in Nutrition studies. College helps an individual branch out and really experience every option that they may have other than struggling to find a job after High School. Without college, I would still be in my tiny hometown wondering what could have been. Working towards my education, though at times very challenging, is so fun, and gives me something to look forward to about my future, and gives me something to be proud of. I hope to possibly work at a hospital making meal plans, and helping families work towards a healthier lifestyle. I couldn't possibly do that without college.

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  3. What's unique about your campus?

    The new friends i have interacted with.

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  4. Describe the students at your school.

    They are few in number and as bored as me!

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  5. What do you consider the worst thing about your school? Why?

    The Food quanity and quality. It seems like sometimes they don't care about what we eat, and there is not enought variety, specifically there are no really healthy choices.

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  6. What kind of person should not attend this school?

    An unmotivated person.

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  7. What do you brag about most when you tell your friends about your school?

    We have the most school spirit and our school is small, so that makes us feel more like a family

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  8. Describe how your school looks to someone who's never seen it.

    My school is a career oriented, diverse, focus on the student and community base.

    Read all 15 answers

  9. Describe your favorite campus traditions.

    The basketball team. We've won two championships in a row.

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  10. What kind of person should attend this school?

    A person who is determined to graudate and get a wonderful job or a person who wants to better themselves and cntinue education.

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  11. What's the one thing you wish someone had told you about freshman year?

    EVERYTHING, INCLUDING SCIENCE.

    Read all 12 answers

  12. What's the most frustrating thing about your school?

    When it is time to print a paper the printers dont want to work, but thats not all the time.

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  13. Here's your chance: Say anything about your college!

    In comparison to some of the other colleges I considered Johnson staff and professors where very approachable during the campus tours. The campus is smaller in comparisons to some of the others I was considering. I like the small student to teacher ration. The school is a Historical Black College but there is a largely diversifed. There are many ethnic groups attending the school.

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  14. What are the academics like at your school?

    The classes are interesting at my college. Discussions can be brought up and it helps you get a better understanding of the overall topic that day.

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  15. What are the most popular student activities/groups?

    The most popular student activities are the basketball games. It's just something about the whole student body crowded in a gym screaming at the top of their lungs that just over joys me. Since i play drum set at basketball games there's never a dull moment in my eyes.

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  16. What is your overall opinion of this school?

    I enjoy the school I attend. It's very student and oriented and the teachers are always willing to aid students in their thirst for knowledge.

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  17. What is the stereotype of students at your school? Is this stereotype accurate?

    One stereotype is that band students have a higher passing rate. That statement has been proven true many times, but any other stereotypes I have not heard of.

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Student Body

Students

61%

female

39%

male

1,326

Total Undergrad Enrollment

102

Total Grad Students

45%

Out-Of-State

54%

In-State

1%

International

Organizations

55

Student Organizations

5

Fraternities

6

Sororities

Housing

Yes

On-Campus Housing

85%

of students living on campus

Student Diversity

% American Indian/Alaskan Native
N/A
% Asian/Pacific Islander
N/A
% Black or African-American
84%
% Hispanic/Latino
4%
% White or Caucasian
1%

TUITION & AID

All students must apply yearly for financial aid. This process starts with the FAFSA. Though financial aid deadlines vary by school, it is a good idea to apply as soon as possible. For the upcoming school year, you can apply as early as October 1 for the FAFSA. Additional school aid will be dependent on the FAFSA results.

99% of students attending Johnson C Smith University receive some sort of financial aid. 76% were awarded federal grants. While 92% received federal loans. Many students do also need to apply for additional private student loans.

Cost Out of State

$18,236

Tuition and fees(Out of state)

$1,700

Books and Supplies

$7,100

Room and Board

27,036

Total On Campus

Actual Cost By Income Level(W/Financial Aid)

Family Income
Cost
$0 - $30K
$18,593
$30 - $48K
$17,281
$48 - $75K
$20,664
$75 - $110K
$25,951
$110K & UP
$26,353

We use student reviews and the most current publicly available data on our school pages. As such, we don't typically remove or edit college information. Sources for school statistics and data include the U.S. Department of Education's National Center for Education Statistics and the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System. Portions of college data include copyrighted material, which is reproduced on this website by permission of Wintergreen Orchard House, a division of Carnegie Communications. © 2009-2016 by Wintergreen Orchard House. All rights reserved.

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