Furman University
Greenville, SC · Private nonprofit · Bachelor's degrees · Suburb
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About Furman University
Furman University is a private university in Greenville, South Carolina, United States. Founded in 1826 and named after Baptist pastor Richard Furman, the liberal arts university is the oldest private institution of higher learning in South Carolina. It became a secular university in 1992, while keeping Christo et Doctrinae (For Christ and Learning) as its motto. As of Fall 2021, it enrolls approximately 2,300 undergraduate students and 150 graduate students on its 750-acre (304 ha) campus.
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43%
Acceptance
$30,308
Net price
2,379
Enrollment
79%
Grad rate
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Academics
Graduation & retention rates
Value
Earnings vs. cost of attendance
Career Outcomes
Graduate earnings after 10 years
Affordability
Average net price after aid
Selectivity
How hard it is to get in
Diversity
Racial & ethnic balance of students
Grades are computed from official U.S. Department of Education metrics (graduation, cost, earnings, selectivity and student diversity).
Admissions
43%
Acceptance rate
1,371
SAT average
31
ACT midpoint
Bars show the middle 50% (25th–75th percentile) of admitted students.
Cost & Financial Aid
$30,308
Average net price
$59,770
In-state tuition
$59,770
Out-of-state tuition
$16,504
Room & board
$1,250
Books & supplies
$76,798
Total cost of attendance
13%
Students receiving Pell grants
28%
Students with federal loans
$23,250
Median student debt
Average net price by family income
Net price is the average annual cost after grants and scholarships for federally-aided students.
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After Graduation
$68,635
Median earnings (10 yrs)
$50,796
Median earnings (6 yrs)
79%
Graduation rate
91%
Retention rate
88%
Earn more than a HS grad
$25,690
Instructional spend / student
Student Body
2,379
Total enrollment
1%
Part-time
20
Avg. age at entry
12%
First-generation
Gender balance
Race & ethnicity
Furman University FAQ
Is Furman University a public or private school?
Furman University is a private nonprofit institution located in Greenville, SC.
What is the acceptance rate at Furman University?
Furman University has an acceptance rate of 43%, based on the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
How much does Furman University cost?
The average annual net price at Furman University is $30,308 — the typical cost after grants and scholarships for federally-aided students. Published tuition is $59,770.
What is the graduation rate at Furman University?
About 79% of students at Furman University complete their degree, according to federal completion data.
How much do Furman University graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, Furman University students earn a median of $68,635 per year.
What SAT or ACT scores do you need for Furman University?
Admitted students at Furman University have an average SAT score of 1,371 and an ACT midpoint of 31. Requirements vary, so check the school's admissions office for the latest.
How many students attend Furman University?
Furman University enrolls about 2,379 students.
Campus
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