Furman University
School Overview: Acceptance Rate, Tuition, and More
About Furman University
School Type: Private
Religious Affiliation: Not applicable
Status: Non-profit
Military Friendly: Yes
Accreditation: regional
Furman University is a small private university located on a suburban campus in Greenville, South Carolina. It has a total undergraduate enrollment of 2,327, and admissions are selective, with an acceptance rate of 53%. The university offers 62 bachelor's degrees, has an average graduation rate of 81%, and a student-faculty ratio of 9:1. Tuition and fees for students are $57,902.
Admissions Breakdown
Acceptance Rate
Full-Time Student Retention Rate
Six-Year Graduation Rate of Full-Time, First-Time Students
Application Considerations
Test scoresNot required for admission, but considered if submitted (Test Optional)
High school transcriptRequired
High school rankNot required for admission, but considered if submitted
Letter of recommendationNot required for admission, but considered if submitted
High school GPARequired to be considered for admission
Open admissionNo
Completion of college prep programRecommended
Test of English as a foreign language (TOEFL)Required to be considered for admission
Transfer Credit Policy
Dual enrollmentNo
Credit for qualified life experience*Implied no
Advance placement (AP) creditsYes
*This can include previous jobs, trainings, licenses/credentials, or seminars. You may need to complete an exam or provide a portfolio to earn credit.
SAT & ACT
ACT 25th-75th Percentile28-32
SAT 25th-75th Percentile1260-1425
Learning Environment
Student Body Stats
3k
Students enrolled
3%
Online student enrollment
9:1
Student to faculty ratio
Ways Students Can Learn
Demographics
White
68%
Unknown
1%
Black
6%
Hispanic
7%
Two or more races
4%
Non-U.S. Citizen
5%
Asian
3%
American Indian/Alaska Native
0%
Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander
0%
Socio-economic diversity
16% of students received an income-based Federal Pell Grant intended for low-income students.
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Online Programs
Offers Online Programs
Yes
Online Programs
5
Total Online Enrollment
82
Student Location Breakout
Bar graph visual depicting student location breakout percentages.3% online, 97% on-campus.
Percent of Programs Online
94% On-campus
6% Online
Types of Online Programs Offered
CertificatesNot offered
AssociateNot offered
Bachelor'sNot offered
Graduate Certificate75% online
Master's14% online
DoctorateNot offered
Student Charges
Tuition and Required Fees
| Student Level | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $57,902 | $57,902 |
| Graduate | $14,970 | $14,970 |
Cost of Undergraduate Attendance
Costs based on full-time, first-time degree- or certificate-seeking undergraduates.
| Costs to Consider | Price |
|---|---|
| Books and supplies | $1,000 |
| On-campus room and board | $15,868 |
| On-campus other expenses | $2,000 |
| Off-campus (not with family) room and board | $15,868 |
| Off-campus (not with family) other expenses | $1,100 |
| Off-campus (with family) other expenses | $1,100 |
Total Undergraduate Cost
| Total cost by category | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| On-campus | $76,770 | $76,770 |
| Off-campus without family | $75,870 | $75,870 |
| Off-campus with family | $60,002 | $60,002 |
Financial Breakdown
Students Receiving Aid
Federal Grant Aid
12%
State Grant Aid
36%
Institution Grant Aid
100%
Pell Grant
16%
Average Aid Awarded
Financial Outlook
$23k
Average student debtafter graduation
$41k
Average salary 6 years after starting school
Varsity Athletic Teams
NCAA Division I-FCS
of the overall student body is a member of an athletic team.
Participation
- All Track Combined
- Basketball
- Football
- Golf
- Soccer
- Tennis
- Lacrosse
- Softball
- Volleyball
Degrees Awarded by Program
| # | Programs | BA | MA | Doc |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Area, Ethnic, Cultural, Gender, And Group Studies. | |||
| 2 | Biological And Biomedical Sciences. | |||
| 3 | Business, Management, Marketing, And Related Support Services. | |||
| 4 | Communication, Journalism, And Related Programs. | |||
| 5 | Computer And Information Sciences And Support Services. | |||
| 6 | Education. | |||
| 7 | English Language And Literature/Letters. | |||
| 8 | Foreign Languages, Literatures, And Linguistics. | |||
| 9 | Health Professions And Related Programs. | |||
| 10 | History. | |||
| 11 | Mathematics And Statistics. | |||
| 12 | Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies. | |||
| 13 | Parks, Recreation, Leisure, Fitness, And Kinesiology. | |||
| 14 | Philosophy And Religious Studies. | |||
| 15 | Physical Sciences. | |||
| 16 | Psychology. | |||
| 17 | Social Sciences. | |||
| 18 | Visual And Performing Arts. |
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