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Furman University
Greenville,
SC
•4-Year Private•
Acceptance Rate67%
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About Furman University
Furman University is a private, nonprofit university in the suburb of Greenville, South Carolina. Furman University was founded in 1826. The university currently enrolls around 2,443 students per year, including 2,283 undergrad students.
2022 Acceptance Rate for Furman University
It is moderately difficult to get into Furman University. In 2022, Furman University accepted 67% of applicants. Out of 7,510 applications received in 2022, 5,033 students were offered admission.
| Furman University Admissions Facts At-A-Glance | |
|---|---|
| Overall Acceptance Rate | 67% |
| Early Decision Acceptance Rate | 41% |
| Early Action Acceptance Rate | 79% |
| Average GPA | 3.7 |
| Test Optional | Yes |
| Applicants Submitting ACT scores | 79% |
| Applicants Submitting SAT scores | 29% |
Click below to find out more about the admissions requirements and deadlines, student life, academics, majors and more.
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Furman University is located in the town of Greenville, South Carolina,.
If you are interested in seeing Furman University for yourself, plan a visit. The best way to reach campus is to take Interstate 85 to Greenville, or book a flight to the nearest airport, Greenville-Spartanburg International.
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College Info
Furman University Application Deadline
First-Year Applications are Due
Jan 15
Transfer Applications are Due
Jul 15
The deadline for Fall first-year applications to Furman University is Jan 15.
The deadline for Fall transfer applications to Furman University is Jul 15.
Check the school website for more information about deadlines for specific programs or special admissions programs
Furman University is a member of the Coalition for College.
More than an application, the Coalition provides free tools and resources to help students through the college admissions process, beginning as early as 9th grade.
Furman University SAT Scores
Composite SAT Range
1280 - 1435
Math SAT Range
620 - 725
Reading SAT Range
640 - 730
Estimated Chance of Acceptance by SAT Score
SAT Score
Estimated Chance
1435 and Above
Good
1280 to 1435
Avg
1280 and Less
Low
SAT Scores Needed to Get Accepted
The median SAT score for Furman University students is 1352. Applicants with SAT scores of 1435 and above have a good chance of being admitted to Furman University, while applicants with SAT scores between 1280 to 1435 have an average chance of admittance, and prospective students with an SAT score below 1280 have a low chance of being offered a spot at Furman University.
Furman University Tuition & Fees
Tuition & Fees
$74,180
In State$74,180
Out-of-State
Cost Breakdown
In State
Out-of-State
State Tuition
$57,902
$57,902
Fees
$410
$410
Housing
$15,868
$15,868
Books
Unknown
Unknown
Student Life
Wondering what life at Furman University is like? There are approximately 2,443 students enrolled at Furman University, including 2,283 undergraduate students and 160 graduate students. 99% percent of students attend school full-time, 31% percent are from SC and 69% percent of students are from other states.
99%
Full Time1%
Part Time31%
In State69%
Out-of-StateData Source: IPEDs and Peterson's Databases © 2022 Peterson's LLC All rights reserved
Quick Facts
Total Enrollment
2,443
Campus Setting
Suburban
Acceptance Rate
67%
Fall Freshmen
Application Deadline
Jan 15
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