The 25 Best Institutions for Higher Education 2017

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Leader of the Nation’s most Diverse Campus Communities
Despite six consecutive years of budget reductions, FSU has vastly improved its
academic reputation under the leadership of the Chancellor, James A. Anderson.
Under his guidance, FSU has increased its academic standards, improved its budget
management, and increased the number of degrees that are awarded. Dr. Anderson’s
strong and effective advocacy for the university has garnered respect from external
stakeholders. FSU has earned partnerships with many important agencies, such as the
Army Research Lab, Oakridge Associated Universities, Lincoln Lab and others.
Dr. Anderson emphasizes on implementing leadership and management that reflect
integrity, quality, transparency, and excellence. Everything that he does and is being
done is focused on supporting the student’s growth, maturity, and success.
Life of the Broncos
Popularly known as Broncos (based on their athletic team), students of Fayetteville State University
participate in over 78 registered student organizations, including sororities and fraternities. FSU currently
participates in 10 NCAA sports. The university has won back-to-back CIAA football championships in 2002
and 2003.
FSU has its own online radio station called the Bronco-iRadio, which is managed and operated by the students.
They also publish a bi-weekly newspaper, The Voice. The newspaper covers topics such as student life, arts and
entertainment, and sports, among others. FSU has a vibrant performing and fine arts program with performances from
Dance Theatre of Harlem, Take 6, Mitch Capel, and many others. Some of their notable alumni include Chris
Armstrong (Former Professional Football Player), Darrell Armstrong (Former Professional Basketball Player, current
assistant coach with the NBA’s Dallas Mavericks), Jim Bibby (former MLB player), and Affion Crockett (American
actor, writer, dancer, rapper, comedian, music producer).
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Financial Support that Fulfills a Student's Career Goals
Dr. Anderson also governs various financial initiatives to support the financially-frail students. Endowed Scholarships are
established with $25,000 and are designated from accrued interests as funds are available. General Scholarships vary in amount and
are awarded directly to eligible students at the beginning of each academic year. Alumni Scholarships are funded by Alumni Classes
or Alumni Chapters of the National Alumni Association. Athletic Scholarships are limited to active and deserving athletes at FSU.
Many of their scholarships are designated for particular majors, but some are for those students who maintain a corresponding grade
point average. LEAP (Learning and Engagement at an Accelerated Pace) Scholars Program is an all-expenses paid summer
bridge program for high achieving first-time students that enable participants to earn six hours and get a head start on their university
experience. They also offer a debt-free degree for early college and high school graduates that enable recipients to earn a degree
without having to take out any loans. Honors scholarship are provided to students who are making academic progress that will enable
them to graduate with honors in four years – that means earning at least 30 credits per year and a GPA of 3.2 or higher. FSU offers
small retention grants to help students fill the gap between all financial aid and total costs. T R
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