Strong graduate outcomes
Furman University is a private institution in Greenville with particular strength in business and biology. With an average SAT of 1364, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.
A mid-sized campus of 2.3K undergraduates with a 9:1 student-faculty ratio. The suburban location offers a balance of campus life and nearby amenities.
81% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $68,635 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $29,997.
Established
1826
Motto
Christo et Doctrinae
Mascot
Paladin
Type
Private liberal arts university
Conference
NCAA Division I athletics
Division
Division I
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53%Acceptance
1364SAT Avg
2,322Students
9:1Student:Faculty
81%Grad Rate
$68,635Earnings 10yr
$29,997Net Price
Admissions
Acceptance Rate52.6%
SAT Score Ranges
Average: 1364
Reading & WritingMid: 675
650720
MathMid: 656
610705
ACT Score Range
CompositeMid: 31
2832
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Tuition$58,312
Room & Board$15,868
Books & Supplies$1,000
Total Cost of Attendance$73,760
Average Net Price$29,997
Median Debt at Graduation$23,250
Monthly Payment (10yr)$246
Net Price by Family Income
$0–30K$16,190
$30–48K$16,294
$48–75K$24,978
$75–110K$29,927
$110K+$37,271
Programs (54)
Student Body
Undergrads
2,322
Gender Split
57% / 43%
Women / Men
First Generation
12%
Pell Grant Recipients
11%
Race & Ethnicity
White 73%
Black 7%
Hispanic 7%
Asian 3%
Two+ 4%
Int'l 5%
Outcomes
4-Year Graduation Rate81.5%
Freshman Retention90.6%
Median Earnings After Graduation
6 Years$50,796
8 Years$57,288
10 Years$68,635
10-Year Earnings by Gender
Women
$52,800
Men
$68,300
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Source: Wikipedia