Philander Smith University Admission Requirements

Little Rock, AR · Private · 4-year

  • Admission: open to anyone who applies
  • Average net price: $14,986 a year (2022–23)

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Philander Smith University has an open admission policy: it accepts any student who applies, so your GPA and test scores won't keep you out. Some programs can set their own requirements, so check the one you want with the college.

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Philander Smith University acceptance rate

Philander Smith University has an open admission policy: it accepts any student who applies, so it doesn't report an acceptance rate (2024–25, as reported to the U.S. Department of Education).

Philander Smith University (formerly Philander Smith College) is a private nonprofit 4-year university in Little Rock, Arkansas, with 755 undergraduates.

AP credit

Philander Smith University awards college credit for Advanced Placement (AP) exams, according to what it reported to the U.S. Department of Education for 2024–25. The college decides which exams and scores earn credit.

It also awards credit for life experience, such as work or military service.

Average net price

First-time, full-time undergraduates who received grant or scholarship aid paid an average net price of $14,986 a year at Philander Smith University in 2022–23, according to the U.S. Department of Education.

Net price is the full cost of attendance minus grants and scholarships.

Frequently asked questions

Can I get into Philander Smith University with a 2.0 GPA?

Yes. Philander Smith University has an open admission policy: it accepts any student who applies, so a 2.0 GPA meets its admission requirement. Some programs can set their own requirements, so check the one you want with the college.

What is the acceptance rate at Philander Smith University?

Philander Smith University has an open admission policy: it accepts any student who applies, so it doesn't report an acceptance rate (2024–25, as reported to the U.S. Department of Education).

Does Philander Smith University accept AP credit?

Yes. Philander Smith University awards college credit for Advanced Placement (AP) exams, according to what it reported to the U.S. Department of Education for 2024–25. The college decides which exams and scores earn credit.

What is the average net price at Philander Smith University?

First-time, full-time undergraduates who received grant or scholarship aid paid an average of $14,986 a year at Philander Smith University in 2022–23, according to the U.S. Department of Education. Net price is the cost of attendance minus grants and scholarships.

Before you applyRequirements can differ by program and change from year to year. Confirm the details on Philander Smith University's official admissions site.

Sources

  1. College Navigator: Philander Smith UniversityU.S. Department of Education, National Center for Education Statistics, IPEDS (2024–25 provisional data): undergraduate enrollment for fall 2024, net price for 2022–23 and admission policy and credit policies for 2024–25.

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