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Academic Year News

Welcome to Panther Country! At Philander Smith University, get ready to "Change the world for the Better!" If you are interested in attending, term begin dates are listed below. Apply Now!!

2024-2025 ACADEMIC YEAR

Summer Session I 2025 term begins, May 28, 2025
S.T.A.R.T 2025 term begins, June 06, 2025
Summer Session II 2025 term begins, June 26, 2025

2025-2026 ACADEMIC YEAR

Fall 2025 term begins, August 11, 2025
Spring 2026 term begins, January 12, 2026
Summer Session I 2026 term begins, May 27, 2026
S.T.A.R.T 2026 term begins, June 12, 2026
Summer Session II 2026 term begins, June 25, 2026

Note- the dates listed above are subject to change. Please contact the Admissions team at admissions@philander.edu for more information.

Mission of Philander Smith University

The mission of Philander Smith University is to graduate academically accomplished students, grounded as advocates for social justice, determined to change the world for the better.

Philander Smith University offers 21 undergraduate majors across 5 core academic divisions. Such a wide range of disciplines offers innovative and integrated approaches to the liberal arts curriculum. Emphasized also is undergraduate research, experiential learning, and study abroad. Visit our Degree Programs page to learn more about the exciting degree options at Philander Smith University.

If you are interested in applying, please visit our Admissions page for details on the admission process and online application. We also encourage prospective students and their families to visit the Philander Smith University campus located in downtown Little Rock, Arkansas.

Announcements

Complete Intent to Enroll

Once an acceptance email has been received (sent from the Office of Admissions), please complete the Intent to Enroll form.

Note-You do not need to log into "MyPanther" (JICS) to complete this form.

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Program

Philander Smith University is accepting applications for our Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) program. To learn more about the program and apply, please visit

Apply Now: CNA Program

Master of Business Administration (MBA) Program

Philander Smith University is now offering a graduate MBA degree.

Gain the credentials you need to make exciting career moves with a Master of Business Administration degree from Philander Smith University . Choose a concentration in Project Management or Management to develop the professional knowledge and relevant expertise you need to advance in a competitive global business environment. Our program offers a one year, 36 credit hour program with online and face to face formats.

Learn from our highly qualified faculty, and regardless of your undergraduate background you can open doors to new career opportunities in as few as 12 months. At Philander Smith University , We are offering a unique ONE year quality master's program that is convenient and affordable, delivering the desired results to meet the needs of the business community.

Learn more about the MBA Program at Philander Smith University

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Complete The Fiscal Clearance form

Greetings New PSU Scholars,

Please complete the form below to confirm your attendance during the 2025-2026 Academic Year, beginning Fall 2025. The Office of Student Accounts is awaiting to assist you. Once the form has been successfully submitted, someone from our office will contact you about the next step(s) (i.e. clearance issues, establishing a payment plan or discuss missing documents).

Complete the Fiscal Clearance Form

Next Steps

The Business Office can not process your request until your FAFSA has been processed and your financial aid award has been accepted.
If you have not already done so, please complete your 2025-2026 FAFSA application (FAFSA® Application | Federal Student Aid).
- It will take the Office of Financial Aid several days to process your application.
- Be sure to complete this form as soon as possible.
To check the status of your financial aid application and award, log into your NetPartner account.
- Submit any missing documents.
- Accept your financial aid award once it is available.
- For help with NetPartner or questions about your awards, please contact the Financial Aid office at financialaid@philander.edu.
For assistance with your PSU email or JICS account, please contact the CITS office by completing a help desk ticket.

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