Overview
Founded in 1826, Furman University is one of the oldest and most respected private liberal arts institutions in the South. Originally established as a Baptist institution in Edgefield, South Carolina, it relocated to Greenville in 1958 to its current lakeside campus. Furman severed its formal ties with the South Carolina Baptist Convention in the 1990s and has since built a reputation for rigorous academics, small class sizes, and a distinctive 'Furman Advantage' program that guarantees personalized engaged learning experiences for every student.
At a Glance
| Type | Private |
| Location | Greenville, South Carolina |
| Founded | 1826 |
| Total students | 3,300 |
| Student–faculty ratio | 10:1 |
| Acceptance rate | 62% |
| Graduation rate | 83% |
| Average starting salary | $52,000 |
Tuition & Costs (estimates)
| In-state tuition | $58,000 |
| Out-of-state tuition | $58,000 |
| Room & board | $14,500 |
| Average financial aid | $35,000 |
| Students receiving aid | 88% |
Admissions
| SAT range | 1200-1370 |
| ACT range | 26-31 |
| Average GPA | 4.0 |
| Regular deadline | January 15 |
Top Programs
- Politics and International Affairs
- Health Sciences
- Business
- Biology
- Chemistry
Figures are estimates for exploration — verify current costs, deadlines, and requirements on the university's official website.