67%
acceptance rate
| Accepted | 3,545 |
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| Declined | + 1,687 |
| Total Received | 5,232 |
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| Name | Location |
|---|---|
| Clemson University | Clemson, SC |
| Vanderbilt University | Nashville, TN |
| Elon University | Elon, NC |
| University of South Carolina — Columbia | Columbia, SC |
| University of Georgia | Athens, GA |
| Duke University | Durham, NC |
| Mercer University | Macon, GA |
| North Carolina State University — Raleigh | Raleigh, NC |
| High Point University | High Point, NC |
| The University of Alabama | Tuscaloosa, AL |
| SAT | 5222 |
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| ACT | 3858 |
Furman University, founded in 1826, is a private, liberal arts university. Its 800-acre campus, five miles from Greenville, is located at the foot of Paris Mountain.
| Public/private | Private (nonprofit) |
|---|---|
| Campus Enrollment | 3,003 |
| Established in | 1826 |
| Coeducational | Coeducational College, Became Coeducational College |
| Accredited by |
• NASM (National Association of Schools of Music) • NCATE (National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education) • SACS (Southern Assn. of Colleges and Schools) |
800-acre campus in Greenville (population: 67,453). Served by air, bus, and train. School operates transportation downtown and to airports.
Furman University
3300 Poinsett Highway
Greenville, SC 29613
| Application fee | $50 |
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| Common application accepted | yes |
| Application deadline | January 15 |
| School has early decision program | yes |
| Early decision program application deadline | November 1 |
| School has early action program | yes |
| Early action program application deadline | November 1 |
| Admissions interview (required or recommended) |
Recommended |
| SAT/ACT requirements |
SAT or ACT Recommended |
67%
acceptance rate
| Accepted | 3,545 |
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| Declined | + 1,687 |
| Total Received | 5,232 |
Secondary school record
Character/ personal qualities
Class rank
Essay
Extracurricular activities
Alumni/ae relationship
Interview
Minority affiliation
Particular talent/ability
Recommendations
Standardized test scores
Volunteer Work
Work Experience
Geographical residence
Religious affiliation/commitment
State residency
Brad Pochard
Dean of Admission
P: 864 294-2034
F: 864 294-2018
admissions@furman.edu
| Tuition | $47,968 |
| Room | $6,540 |
| Board | $5,618 |
| Additional fees | $380 |
| Books & supplies | $1,230 |
| Total | $61,736 |
|---|---|
| Average Financial Aid | - $39,063 |
| Total with Avg. Aid | $22,673 |
79%
$39,063
Need-based
| Federal | $1,805,419 |
| State | $1,317,250 |
| Institutional | $32,057,322 |
| Other external | $1,387,264 |
| Total | $36,567,255 |
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Non-need-based
| Federal | |
| State | $3,411,200 |
| Institutional | $24,997,565 |
| Other external | $1,081,851 |
| Total | $29,490,616 |
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Transfer applicants accepted
42%
Applicants accepted who enroll
| Minimum requirements | |
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| High school transcript | Required of All |
| College transcript(s) | Required of All |
| Statement of good standing from prior institution(s) | Required of All |
| Interview | Recommended of Some |
| Standardized test scores | Recommended of Some |
| Essay or personal statement | Required of All |
Maximum transfered
68
Minimum transfers must complete
60
99%
| Number of foreign countries represented by degree-seeking undergraduate non-resident aliens | 46 |
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| Countries most often represented |
Canada China Great Britain India Japan Mexico |
| Special services offered for international applicants |
Special counselors/advisors |
Nancy Georgiev
Assistant Director, Rinker Center for Study Away & International Education
864 294-3316
nancy.georgiev@furman.edu
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