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Johnson C Smith University

Charlotte, North Carolina · Private · HBCU

43%acceptance rate
–SAT middle 50%
–ACT middle 50%
$19,326average net price

Johnson C Smith University admitted 43% of 4,273 applicants (Common Data Set 2023-2024). Test scores aren’t considered (test blind). 34% of students graduate within six years.

Your chances at Johnson C Smith University

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Application deadlines

Johnson C Smith University’s first-year deadlines for 2026–27 on the Common App:

Regular decision
Rolling admission

The application fee is $25, and Johnson C Smith University accepts the Common App fee waiver.

Deadlines end at 11:59 p.m. in your own time zone. From Common App’s requirements grid, updated September 25, 2026. Check Johnson C Smith University’s admissions site before you submit. See every college’s deadlines or early decision vs. early action.

Early decision and early action

Johnson C Smith University doesn’t report an early decision or early action round.

What admissions weighs

How Johnson C Smith University rates each part of an application, from its Common Data Set.

Very important

  • GPA

Important

  • Showing interest

Considered

  • Course rigor
  • Class rank

Not considered

  • Test scores
  • Essay
  • Recommendations
  • Interview
  • Activities
  • Talent or ability
  • Character
  • First generation
  • Legacy
  • Where you live
  • State residency
  • Religion
  • Volunteering
  • Work experience

High school GPA

First-year students averaged a 2.95 GPA.

  • 4.07%
  • 3.75–3.995%
  • 3.50–3.747%
  • 3.25–3.4910%
  • 3.00–3.2417%
  • 2.50–2.9926%
  • 2.00–2.4926%
  • Under 2.02%

Some colleges report weighted GPAs, so compare loosely.

What it costs

Full price with housing is $35,944 a year. After grants, students paid $19,326 on average.

Average price after grants, by family income:

  • $0–30k$19,693
  • $30–48k$29,425
  • $48–75k$17,959
  • $75–110k$19,673
  • $110k+$21,063

Quick answers

What is Johnson C Smith University’s acceptance rate?

Johnson C Smith University admitted 43% of applicants: 1,832 of 4,273 (Common Data Set 2023-2024).

When is Johnson C Smith University’s application deadline?

Johnson C Smith University uses rolling admission for 2026–27 and has no early round on the Common App, so applying early in the fall gives you the best shot at open spots and aid.

How much is Johnson C Smith University’s application fee?

The application fee is $25 for 2026–27, and Johnson C Smith University accepts the Common App fee waiver.

Does Johnson C Smith University have supplemental essays?

No. Johnson C Smith University doesn’t ask for a supplemental essay or the Common App personal essay for 2026–27.

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