Furman University
Furman University is a private nonprofit 4-year institution in Greenville, SC. It enrolls about 2,505 students and admits roughly 53% of first-year applicants.
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Type | Private nonprofit 4-year |
| Control | private nonprofit |
| Level | 4-year |
| Location | Greenville, SC 29613 |
| County | Greenville County |
| Enrollment | 2,505 |
| Acceptance rate | 53% |
| Applicants / admitted | 8,406 / 4,419 |
| In-state tuition & fees | $58,312 |
| Out-of-state tuition & fees | $58,312 |
| Graduation rate (150%) | 81% |
| Transfer-out rate | 16% |
| Full-time retention rate | 91% |
| Campus setting | Suburb: Large |
| Size category | 1,000 - 4,999 |
| Highest degree offered | Post-master's certificate |
| SAT middle 50% (EBRW+Math) | 650–720 |
| ACT middle 50% | 28–32 |
| Website | www.furman.edu/ |
| Phone | 8642942000 |
Admissions
About 8,406 students applied and 4,419 were admitted. Of those admitted, 620 enrolled.
Cost
Tuition and required fees are about $58,312 for full-time first-year students, the same for in-state and out-of-state students, which is typical of private institutions. Room and board are extra.
Outcomes
Of the 697 first-time, full-time students in the 150% cohort, 81% completed their programme within 150% of normal time. That cohort definition matters: part-time students and transfers are not included, so a college that serves many of them can have a low reported rate while still graduating most of its students.
Where it is
Furman University is in Greenville, SC, Greenville County. Its coordinates are 34.9247, -82.4405.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the acceptance rate at Furman University?
About 53% of first-year applicants are admitted, based on federal IPEDS data for 8,406 applicants.
How much does Furman University cost?
Tuition and required fees are about $58,312 for in-state students, excluding room and board.
How many students attend Furman University?
About 2,505 students are enrolled.