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19 out of 20 people found this review useful.
Ayo from Detroit, MI
Reviewer is A current student here.
Categories Rating Comments Tips for prospective students Be prepared to branch out and work hard for everything. Classes are cool, not really too difficult, difficult at all really. Time management is key though. Social Life requires alot of personal effort especially when it comes to on campus activities. Be prepared to learn alot about yourself...and build patience..because,the easiest way to put it is, Fisk is not for everyone and you will know if its for you because in a sense, it will choose you. Expect greatness if you come here...because if you are the type of person I am.. you will be motivated to promote change.
Miss MichiganGreat for these types of students Self Motivated
Like small school environment
Strong Minded
Stylish
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5 out of 5 people found this review useful.
Jamal from Stone Mountain, GA
Reviewer is A current student here.
Categories Rating Comments Am learning a lot At Fisk, professors aren't the only ones you learn from. It's the students.
I am reminded everyday that, I sit in class next to some of the brightest minds in the country!Am enjoying being here i love it!!
Bang for the buck Like every Uiversity Fisk has its bittersweet traits. Since we are private instituition we are not state funded..So the living conditions could be better.
Tips for prospective students Fisk University is a school for students who want to strive for excellence .
Fisk is very hands on. This one of the few places i can actally say, the professors love, and live to teach! they will help and guide you along the way.Great for these types of students If you are serious about academics. Fisk is the school for you.
Fisk University is also for sudents who lack certain academic skills. Dont worry, because the professors are so dedicated that they will teach you from scratch.literally!Login to rate or flag the reviews
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3 out of 3 people found this review useful.
Shantel from Covington, GA
Reviewer is A current student here.
Categories Rating Comments Am learning a lot I was afraid that a small school wouldnt be able to challenge me as much as a large university but I was very mistaken. Because the classes are smaller your professors gauge the workload by how the class is doing collectively with the task, if you're in a classroom of 10 to 20 students and everybody is doing well then the professor will continue to give more challenging work to challenge everyone. On the contrary, if one person is struggling out of that 20 the professor is able to give attention to that student without slowing the course down for everyone.
Am enjoying being here I'll be honest with you, Fisk is what you make it... if you go out your way to say there is nothing going on and it's too small, you will hate it but if you put yourself out there to be apart of the true Fisk...the madness and the mayhem...then you can see the TRUE Fisk experience...and Fisk is ALWAYS changing...
Then you have the teachers that are so intrigued with their students and making sure that they are prepared for after graduation!
I could go on and on...it's just an all around great place... it's one of America's hidden jewelsBang for the buck I know for a fact that I am paying for the great education that Fisk is providing. The facilities could be better but everything has it's pros and cons.
Tips for prospective students Make sure that you have great grades because Fisk invests in it's students
Fisk is all about giving back to the community, keep that in mind!
Never take 18 credit hours per semester (if you plan to be involved in all the random activities at Fisk)Great for these types of students Self-motivated
Humanitarians
Hard-working
Talented
Creative
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James from Maple Heights, OH
Reviewer is A current student here.
Categories Rating Comments In three sentences Fisk University is a small campus.
Fisk is a place for maturation.
Fisk was my one and only choice, and I am very pleased with my decision.Tips for prospective students Upon coming to Fisk do not expect to find several thousands of students.
Focus on your academics, as a first-year student aim for a 4.0 so you have cushion to work with in the latter years.Academic Rigor Understanding Rigor to mean strict, cruel, uncomfortable, etc., the courses here at Fisk are opposite. They are very necessary and not overwhelmingly challenging. In the case that they do become overwhelming, simple communication with the professor will have you feeling very accomplished and educated.
Dorm Life The dorms on campus are very active. There are a few maintenance complaints but most issues are self-caused. This is your new home, have fun and take care of it.
Food and Dining I enjoy the cafeteria most of the time. There could be a little more variety but other than that Thompson Hospitality is satisfying. *Sidenote: the pizza is good lol.
What to do for fun Being that Fisk is smaller campus there are not as many activities as the larger colleges/universities but it is in a convenient location with Tennessee State and Vanderbilt University only a few minutes away. Also, students enjoy hanging out on the yard, going to parties, and hosting activities in the dorms. Also the Jubilee Singers are a very special unit who I personally enjoy hearing.
Bang for the buck There is the phrase you get what you pay for. Coming to college you pay for an education, not parties. Fisk University is fairly expensive in the mid-30-thousands but obtaining a degree from Fisk is worth every penny.
Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus To know more about Fisk traditions, come join us. Fisk is very welcoming and if you are shy about being away from home don't worry you will feel like part of a family almost immediately.
Great for these types of students Great for students looking to mature and meet interesting people.
Great for students who are looking for an excellent education.
Great for students in search of a historical experience.Clubs and Activities Fisk has several clubs on campus. (International, State-specific, Student Government and many more).
Greek Life The Greeks at Fisk are serious and active.
Fisk has the Divine Nine.Campus Safety The Fisk Campus is very safe. Security stays on top of the job. They are friendly and willing to help with a simple call or visit to the office. Also there are a number of emergency stations (blue posts) around campus.
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Victor from Nigeria
Reviewer is A current student here.
Categories Rating Comments In three sentences Amazing, Family Feeeling, Challenging
Tips for prospective students Come here with the mindset of working as hard as you can. Expect to have friends and professors who want you to make it
Academic Rigor Challenging but fun
Dorm Life Exciting. At Fisk, you feel you are a part of a family
Food and Dining The food is usually impressive. I never knew i would love American food this much
What to do for fun Hang out in the Student Lounges , party, play basketball and other sports.
Bang for the buck It gave me my money's worth
Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus Historical Buildings and fraternity sections
Great for these types of students Motivated and students who love small school settings
Clubs and Activities Fraternities, International Student Associations, Academc Club, Student Publications, e.t.c
Greek Life There are a lot of fraternities here
Campus Safety Really safe
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