Furman University (Furman)

About
Furman University, located in Greenville, North Carolina, was founded in 1826 and is situated upon a 750 acre campus. The school has number of modernized facilities to provide students with a quality liberal arts education as well as resources for exercise and extracurricular activities. Dormitories and apartments are available on campus, and are adjacent to the scenic lake and woodland, within which hiking and biking paths are available. A number of gardens and other sites also populate the campus, providing areas for study and relaxation. The city of Greenville has experience a cultural and economic renaissance, providing students with activities as well as work opportunities. Furman University is a private four year liberal arts institution and is considered among the best in the United States.

Academics
Furman University offers over 40 majors for study through 25 departments. The number of programs allows students to choose the one that best suits his or her needs and goals. As a liberal arts college, students are encouraged to participate in a variety of courses, though those relating to their major are required. Students may also pursue an academic minor to broaden their area of knowledge or the augments their major. A graduate program in education is also available, requiring a bachelor's degree to be considered and designed to prepare individuals as educators. The school also offers internship opportunities and study abroad programs to expand a student's horizons and expose them to working environments and foreign locales.

Programs offered include:

• Communications Studies
• Psychology
• Sociology
• Accounting
• Early Childhood Education

Admissions and Financial Aid
Students interested in enrollment at Furman University must submit an application along with all supplemental information. Additionally, students will be asked to provide transcripts and standardized test scores. Once received, the school will review the applicants forms and documents and render a decision regarding admission. Once the decision is made, the student will be notified, and if accepted provided the material necessary to prepare him or her for the coming school year.

Financial aid is available in the form of loans grants and scholarships. Students in need of financial aid must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), the resulting student aid report from which will be used to determine a student's tuition needs, program eligibility, and monetary awards. Students may also apply for merit based scholarships through a separate application if they feel their academic record demonstrates a high level success. Students may also be asked to provide additional financial documentation, such as tax returns, prior to the disbursement of funds to ensure that the information on the student aid report is accurate and true.

Athletics
The Furman University Paladins participate in a number of intercollegiate athletic programs through the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) Southern Conference (SoCon). Intercollegiate athletics provide students a forum for which to participate in healthy competition. Through such programs students will bond with one another, experiencing the camaraderie working together toward a single goal, and enjoying the opportunity to experience personal and team success. During this time students will also learn valuable skills and habits, such as discipline, teamwork and good health, which is as important in one's daily life and career as it is on the field or court. Athletic programs have different start dates throughout the year, and as such interested students should contact the athletic department for tryout dates and times.

Athletic programs:

• Baseball (Men Only)
• Basketball
• Cross Country
• Football (Men Only)
• Golf
• Soccer
• Softball (Women Only)
• Tennis
• Track and Field
• Volleyball (Women Only)
• Wrestling (Men Only)

Estimated Costs & Financial Aid

The items listed below are for informational purposes only and may not represent current tuition, fees, and expenses.

Tuition & Fees Information

• Annual tuition estimates are between $46,000-$55,000 for both state residents and nonresidents
• Part time students pay in the range of $1,400 to $1,700 per unit

Financial Aid Details

The table below breaks down the types of financial aid, the percent of students receiving aid, and average amount of aid per student per year.

	Percent of Students	Average Amount
Any Financial Aid	97%	-
Receiving Grants & Scholarships	97%	$27,818
Receiving Student Loans	37%	$8,995

Academics & Student Services

Student Services

To help students and recent graduates, Furman University may provide services like:

• Classes offered on nights and weekends
• Career path counseling
• Employing students to lower education costs
• Helping students find work after graduation

Graduation Rates

With a graduation rate of around 84%, Furman University is among the most successful schools in the area.

Number of Year to Graduate	Percent of Entering Class
Students Graduating in 4 Years	80%
Graduating in 5 Years	4%
Graduating in 6 Years	0.6%

Specialized Programs & Accreditations

• Music Program
  • * Accredited by the National Association of Schools of Music, Commission on Accreditation (since 1938)
• Elementary and Secondary School Teacher Education Program
  • * Accredited by the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education (since 2001)

Other 4-Year Private Colleges

The list of schools below have been selected by researching which schools offer similar programs to Furman University.

• University of South Carolina - Upstate in Spartanburg, SC (27 miles away)
• University of North Carolina at Asheville in Asheville, NC (48 miles away)
• Western Carolina University in Cullowhee, NC (49 miles away)
• Lander University in Greenwood, SC (53 miles away)
• Winthrop University in Rock Hill, SC (81 miles away)

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Data Disclaimer

Information displayed on this page has been obtained from Institution, State, and Federal data sources, including the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) Survey 2010-2016. Information should be solely used for informational purposes only and may not be accurate for the current year. Contact Furman University for official up-to-date information.