Grow here. Glow Anywhere.

JCSU is where the brightest come to be Brilliant

Our HBCU connects Charlotte and the world to the next generation of bold innovators and leaders who are shaped by our strong traditions, vibrant campus spirit and thriving student-led atmosphere.

Fast
Facts
1,093
Students
#1 Private
HBCU
in North Carolina
15 NCAA
Division II
teams
Fast
Facts
1,093
Students
#1 Private
HBCU
in North Carolina
15 NCAA
Division II
teams
Fast
Facts
1,093
Students
#1 Private
HBCU
in North Carolina
15 NCAA
Division II
teams

Presidential search

The Board of Trustees of Johnson C. Smith University announce of the search for the 15th President of the university. Steven L. Boyd, Chair, Board of Trustees, will serve as chair of the presidential search committee.

The search committee invites the entire JCSU community to provide feedback for the search process. 

Open House
Students sitting on the block
Spring Open House

Discover your GOLDEN opportunities at Johnson C. Smith University’s Spring Open House- Saturday, April 1st from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Check-in will begin at 9:00 am. Come and experience:

     • Student and Parent Breakout Sessions

     • Academic and Student Organization Fair

     • Band and Choir Auditions

     • Step Show

     • Food

     • And More!

JCSU positions its students to grow here so they can glow anywhere! Are you ready to become a Golden Bull? Register Today!

#RYSJCSU
Students holding The Home Depot - Retool Your School Shirts
Retool your school

Voting is now open for The Home Depot Retool Your School content, so it’s time to vote nonstop until March 26 and add #RYSJCSU to every message you post on Instagram and Twitter!

 

Thank you for all your commitment to earning our $30,000 prize last year. We know we can do even better this year!

Golden Academics
President Armbrister with the two 2022 Valedictorians
Grow Your
Brilliance

At JCSU, you're presented with golden opportunities inside and outside of the classroom to flaunt your brains and brilliant perspective.

A Vibrant
Culture

Life at JCSU today has its roots in a rich history dating back to the founding of the university in 1867. Our community is a family that celebrates the diversity on our campus and comes together to learn more about one another at every turn.