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- FAFSA School Code: 003434
- Phone: (843) 661-1362
- School Homepage
Admissions Office
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ACCEPTANCE RATE
56.81%FINANCIAL AID RATE
94%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
10:1FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$32,813Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students
Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid
Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition
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Furman University (Furman)
4822 East Palmetto Street, Florence, SC
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:
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)
Admission Requirements & Details
The admissions information below may give an overview of the candidates Furman accepts. The details may include application requirements and recommendations, as well as any college credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- AP Course Credits
Student Enrollment
The total student enrollment at Furman University is about 2,900. The student body is made up of 94% undergraduate students and 24% graduate students.
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 $50,000-$61,000 for both state residents and nonresidents
- Per unit charges are around $1,700 for part time students
Financial Aid Details
The information below lists the financial aid types students are receiving. Also shown are the percent of students receiving aid and the average amount of aid per student per year.
Percent of Students | Average Amount | |
---|---|---|
Any Financial Aid | 94% | - |
Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 94% | $30,828 |
Receiving Student Loans | 37% | $7,237 |
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
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)
Intercollegiate Athletics
Furman is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports belonging to the NCAA Division I-FCS classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Baseball (Southern Conference)
- Basketball (Southern Conference)
- Track and Field (Southern Conference)
- Football (Southern Conference)
- Golf
- Lacrosse
- Soccer
- Softball
- Tennis
- Volleyball
Programs Offered
The program list below is organized by areas of study. The programs that have a link will direct you to the program's profile page where you can learn more about education requirements and career pathways.
Get more information about the programs offered by Furman University by clicking the request information to the right.
(C) Certificate or Award | (A) Associate's | (B) Bachelor's | (M) Master's Degree | (D) Doctorate (PhD,...)
Biological and Biomedical Sciences
- Biology (B)
- Neuroscience (B)
Business and Marketing Studies
Communications and Journalism
- Communications (B)
Computer and Information Sciences
English Language and Literature
- English (B)
Ethnic Cultural and Gender Studies
- Asian Studies (B)
Foreign Languages and Literature
History
- History (B)
Interdisciplinary Studies
Mathematics and Statistics
- Math (B)
Philosophy and Religious Studies
- Religious Studies (B)
- Philosophy (B)
Psychology
- Psychology (B)
Recreation and Fitness Studies
Social Sciences
- Political Science (B)
- Economics (B)
- Sociology (B)
- Anthropology (B)
- Urban Studies
Visual and Performing Arts
Other 4-Year Private Colleges
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- North Greenville University in Newberry, SC (10 miles away)
- Southern Wesleyan University in Greenville, SC (24 miles away)
- Brevard College in Flat Rock, NC (27 miles away)
- Wofford College in Rock Hill, SC (28 miles away)
- Converse College in Columbia, SC (29 miles away)
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Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 003434
- Phone: (843) 661-1362
- School Homepage