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Furman University
Greenville, SC
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Furman University
Overview
Furman University is a Comprehensive institution located in Greenville, SC.
Location & Contact
Address
3300 Poinsett Highway
Greenville, SC 29613
United States
Greenville, SC 29613
United States
Contact
Mr. Christine Pochard
Associate VP for Enrollment Management & Dean of Admission
Email: admissions@furman.edu
Phone: 864-6178192
Fax: 864-294-2018
Associate VP for Enrollment Management & Dean of Admission
Email: admissions@furman.edu
Phone: 864-6178192
Fax: 864-294-2018
Majors & Degrees
| Area, Ethnic, Cultural, And Gender Studies | Associate | Bachelors |
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| Asian Studies |
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| Chinese Studies |
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| Biological And Biomedical Sciences | Associate | Bachelors |
| Biology/biological Sciences |
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| Neuroscience |
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| Business, Management, Marketing, And Related Support Services | Associate | Bachelors |
| Accounting |
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| Business Administration And Management |
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| Communication, Journalism And Related Programs | Associate | Bachelors |
| Speech Communication And Rhetoric |
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| Computer And Information Sciences And Support Services | Associate | Bachelors |
| Computer Science |
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| Information Technology |
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| Education | Associate | Bachelors |
| Education |
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| Elementary Education |
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| Music Teacher Education |
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| Secondary Education |
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| English Language And Literature/Letters | Associate | Bachelors |
| English |
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| Foreign Languages, Literatures, And Linguistics | Associate | Bachelors |
| Classics And Classical Languages |
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| French |
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| German |
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| Latin |
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| Modern Greek |
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| Spanish |
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| Health Professions And Related Clinical Sciences | Associate | Bachelors |
| Health Professions Related |
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| Pre-dentistry Studies |
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| Pre-veterinary Studies |
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| Premedical Studies |
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| History | Associate | Bachelors |
| History |
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| Legal Professions And Studies | Associate | Bachelors |
| Pre-law Studies |
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| Mathematics And Statistics | Associate | Bachelors |
| Mathematics |
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| Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies | Associate | Bachelors |
| Sustainability Studies |
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| Natural Resources And Conservation | Associate | Bachelors |
| Environmental Studies |
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| Philosophy And Religious Studies | Associate | Bachelors |
| Philosophy |
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| Religious Studies |
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| Physical Sciences | Associate | Bachelors |
| Chemistry |
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| Physics |
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| Psychology | Associate | Bachelors |
| Psychology |
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| Social Sciences | Associate | Bachelors |
| Anthropology |
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| Economics |
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| Political Science And Government |
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| Sociology |
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| Urban Studies/affairs |
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| Visual And Performing Arts | Associate | Bachelors |
| Art History, Criticism And Conservation |
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| Dramatic/theater Arts |
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| Fine/studio Arts |
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| Music |
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| Voice And Opera |
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Admissions
Acceptance Rate
5,469
Applied
3,339
Accepted
2,768
Enrolled
Female Admissions
3,256
Females Applied
2,096
Females Accepted
64%
Male Admissions
2,213
Males Applied
1,243
Males Accepted
56%
Application Deadlines
| Type | Application Closing | Notification Date | Rolling Admissions |
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| Fall freshmen | January 15th | March 1st | |
| Early decision plan | November 1st | November 15th | |
| Other early decision plan | November 1st | December 20th | |
| Transfer | July 1st | Not reported |
Test Scores Accepted
| Test | Avg. Score | 25th %
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75th %
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| SAT Critical Reading | 659 | 630 | 710 | |
| SAT Math | 650 | 600 | 700 | |
| ACT Composite | 29 | 28 | 32 |
Tuition & Fees
Tuition
49,152
Fees
380
Full-time student fees
12,712
Room & board
6,954
Room only
Other Payment Considerations
| Guaranteed tuition plan offered | No |
|---|---|
| Tuition pre-payment plan | No |
| Tuition payment plans offered | Yes |
| Student groups that qualify for full or partial waiver of tuition |
Employees |
Financial Aid
39,679
Avg. Financial Aid Package
38,887
Avg. Freshman Financial Aid Package
36,075
Avg. International Student Financial Aid Package
4,524
Avg. Loan Aid
18,601
Avg. Grant Aid
37,333
Avg. Scholarship and/or Grant Aid awarded
81%
Avg. Percentage of Financial Need Met
39%
Percentage of Students Who Had Their Need Fully Met
Student Body
2,768
Total Undergrad students
4%
International Students
68%
Out-of-state students
Race/Ethnicity
| Hispanic/Latino | 5.71% |
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| Black or African American | 6.9% |
| White or Caucasian | 76.3% |
| American Indian or Alaska Native | 0.18% |
| Asian | 2.28% |
| Two or more races | 3% |
| Other | 2.13% |
Gender
Male (40.61%)
Female (59.39%)
Campus Life
Housing
| Type | |
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| College-owned housing | Yes |
| Housing requirements | Yes |
| Housing options |
Co-ed housing Disabled housing Men-only housing Women-only housing Freshman car parking |
| % of undergrad students who live in college housing | 91% |
Student Activities
Student-run campus newspaper
Drama/theatre group
Student-run radio station
Student-run television station
Marching band
Choral groups
Campus events:
Homecoming, Fall Fest and Family Weekend
Homecoming, Fall Fest and Family Weekend
Student Services
Legal services
Health clinic
Women's center
International students advisor
Student Organizations
Greek fraternities
Greek sororities
Local fraternities
Local sororities
Campus Security & Safety
24-hour emergency telephone/alarm services
24-hour patrols by trained officers
Student patrols
Late-night transport/escort services
Electronically-operated dormitory entrances
Athletics
Men's Sports
| Sport | Intramural | Intercollegiate | Scholarship |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baseball | No | Division 1 | |
| Basketball | |
Division 1 | |
| Bowling | |
No | No |
| Cross-country Running | No | Division 1 | |
| Equestrian Sports | No | No | No |
| Football | No | Division 1B | |
| Golf | No | Division 1 | |
| Lacrosse | No | Division 1 | No |
| Rugby | No | |
No |
| Soccer | |
Division 1 | |
| Softball | |
No | No |
| Swimming And Diving | No | |
No |
| Tennis | No | Division 1 | |
| Track And Field | No | Division 1 | |
| Ultimate Frisbee | No | |
No |
| Volleyball | |
No | No |
Women's Sports
| Sport | Intramural | Intercollegiate | Scholarship |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baseball | No | No | No |
| Basketball | |
Division 1 | |
| Bowling | |
No | No |
| Cross-country Running | No | Division 1 | |
| Equestrian Sports | No | |
No |
| Football | No | No | No |
| Golf | No | Division 1 | |
| Lacrosse | No | Division 1 | No |
| Rugby | No | No | No |
| Soccer | |
Division 1 | |
| Softball | |
Division 1 | |
| Swimming And Diving | No | |
No |
| Tennis | No | Division 1 | |
| Track And Field | No | Division 1 | |
| Ultimate Frisbee | No | |
No |
| Volleyball | |
Division 1 | |
Faculty
327
Total Faculty
10:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-time - 235
Part-time - 92
Male - 190
Female - 137