Johnson C. Smith University SAT Scores, ACT Scores, Acceptance Rate, and Admissions Requirements
With a 45% acceptance rate and an average entering GPA below 3.0, Johnson C. Smith is selective but within reach if your academic record is solid. Because it is test-optional, submit scores only if they strengthen your profile; a strong SAT or ACT can help distinguish you in the applicant pool.
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Johnson C. Smith University facts and stats
Johnson C. Smith University is an urban institution with an undergraduate enrollment of 1,252. Johnson C. Smith has a 71% freshman retention rate, slightly above the national average of roughly 70%, and a 34% 6-year graduation rate. The student-to-faculty ratio is 12:1.
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How does your GPA compare at Johnson C. Smith?
Key Johnson C. Smith University application dates
Key dates
Regular Decision
Not offered
Early Action
Not offered
Early Decision
Not offered
Priority Deadline
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Financial Aid Priority
March 1
Test dates
August 22, 2026
Registration deadline: August 7, 2026
September 12, 2026
Registration deadline: August 28, 2026
October 3, 2026
Registration deadline: September 18, 2026
September 19, 2026
Registration deadline: August 14, 2026
October 17, 2026
Registration deadline: September 11, 2026
December 12, 2026
Registration deadline: November 6, 2026
Because Johnson C. Smith is test-optional, follow this plan only if you choose to submit SAT or ACT scores. Aim for a first test by spring of junior year, then use the summer before senior year and fall of senior year for superscore-focused retakes; since no ED, EA, or Regular Decision deadline is listed, confirm the application cutoff before counting on a late fall score.
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What you'll actually pay
Johnson C. Smith is a private not-for-profit, so the same rate applies to all students. Tuition and fees are $21,300, and the average merit award is $10,762. The FAFSA priority deadline is March 1.
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At Johnson C. Smith University, tuition and fees plus room and board total about $29,900 before books, personal expenses, and travel. Merit aid can reduce that price, with the average merit award around $10,762. For context, students graduate with an average debt of $31,492.
⬡ LangSmith81b744bf-ee35-4c45-b3b9-ca0e3138cb2cStudent life at Johnson C. Smith University
77% of undergrads live on campus
Freshman housing: Priority
Fraternities and sororities are active on campus. 8% of men join fraternities, and 8% of women join sororities.
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