Johnson C Smith University is a private nonprofit 4-year college in Charlotte, North Carolina with 1,244 undergraduates. It admits 45% of applicants, costs an average of $21,397 a year after grants and graduates 34% of its students.
Figures from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, released October 15, 2026. What each number covers.
Johnson C Smith University acceptance rate and admissions
Johnson C Smith University admitted 45% of applicants for fall 2024, about 1 in 2. The median acceptance rate at 4-year colleges is 77%.
Test scores: Neither required nor recommended (as reported for fall 2024 admission). That means you can apply without SAT or ACT scores. Check the admissions office for the current policy.
Johnson C Smith University application deadlines 2026-27
| Round | Deadline |
|---|---|
| Rolling admission | Applications reviewed as they arrive |
Application fee through the Common App: $25 for U.S. applicants. Confirm dates on Johnson C Smith University’s admissions page; see every college on the deadline calendar.
Source: Common App 2026-27 first-year deadlines, fees and requirements grid, updated Sep 25, 2026.
Johnson C Smith University tuition, cost and net price
| Tuition and fees (2025-26) | $22,370 |
|---|---|
| On-campus housing and food (2025-26) | $8,950 |
| Total cost of attendance (2024-25) | $36,350 |
| Average net price after grants (2024-25) | $21,397 |
Students who get federal aid pay an average of $21,397 a year after grants and scholarships, $14,953 less than the full cost of attendance.
What families pay, by income
Average yearly cost after grants for aided first-time students, by family income (2024-25):
Your own price depends on your family's full situation. Run Johnson C Smith University's net price calculator for a personal estimate, or make a "what it costs us" card.
Johnson C Smith University graduation rate, earnings and debt
- 34% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years (students who started in 2019).
- Former students earned a median of $44,849 a year, 10 years after they started (students who received federal aid and were working).
- Students who completed left with a median of $30,750 in federal student loans.
Earnings compared
Debt compared
Median debt is 69% of median earnings 10 years after entry. Many advisers suggest keeping total student debt below one year of expected pay. See the monthly payment.
Johnson C Smith University majors and what graduates earn
Johnson C Smith University awarded bachelor's degrees in 18 fields recently. The best-paid graduates four years out came from business administration ($51,371).
All 18 majors at Johnson C Smith University
| Major | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Earnings 4 yrs after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Business administration | 46 | $46,153 | $51,371 | $36,653 |
| Criminology | 15 | $40,441 | $46,215 | $31,000 |
| Kinesiology and exercise science | 26 | $31,668 | $44,678 | $27,000 |
| Biology | 17 | $32,084 | $42,595 | $27,000 |
| Communication | 13 | $34,452 | $40,600 | $31,000 |
| Liberal arts and general studies | 24 | $39,248 | $38,941 | $28,937 |
| Computer and information sciences | 14 | $83,966 | n/a | $31,041 |
| Psychology | 14 | n/a | n/a | $30,750 |
| Social work | 14 | $38,484 | n/a | $32,150 |
| Public health | 8 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Political science | 7 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Computer engineering | 3 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| English | 3 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Art and design, general | 2 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Dance | 2 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Mathematics | 1 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Chemistry | 1 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| History | 1 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
Four-year earnings: graduates of 2017-18 and 2018-19, measured in 2022 and 2023, in 2024 dollars. Fields with few graduates have no published earnings.
Graduate programs at Johnson C Smith University
1 graduate programs awarded degrees recently. Largest first.
Show 1 graduate programs
| Program | Degree | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Social work | Master's | 21 | $52,977 | $41,000 |
Students and location
- 1,244 degree-seeking undergraduates (fall 2024)
- 52% women, 48% men
- 12 students for every faculty member
- Setting: large city
- Accredited by Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
Frequently asked questions
What is the acceptance rate at Johnson C Smith University?
Johnson C Smith University admitted 45% of applicants for fall 2024, according to the U.S. Department of Education.
How much does Johnson C Smith University cost?
Tuition and fees for 2025-26 are $22,370. After grants and scholarships, aided students paid an average net price of $21,397 a year in 2024-25.
Is Johnson C Smith University test-optional?
For fall 2024 admission, Johnson C Smith University reported that test scores were: neither required nor recommended. Policies change, so confirm with the admissions office.
What is the graduation rate at Johnson C Smith University?
34% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years.
How much do Johnson C Smith University graduates make?
Former students who received federal aid earned a median of $44,849 a year 10 years after they started, in 2024 dollars.
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Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard, data release of October 15, 2026. What each figure means and the year it covers.