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Furman University

Greenville, South Carolina · Private Non-Profit

Avg Earnings (5yr)

$50,796

Acceptance Rate

53%

Graduation Rate

84%

Annual Tuition

$58,312

At a Glance

Total Students

2,322

Retention Rate

91%

Faculty Ratio

9

Financial Aid

28%

Median Debt

$23,250

Campus Setting

Suburban

Institution Type

Private Non-Profit

Institution Overview

Furman University is a private, non-profit institution with 2,322 students. The university has an acceptance rate of 52.6% and a strong retention rate of 90.6%. Over 83% of students graduate. The in-state tuition is $58,312, and 27.8% of students receive financial aid.

Graduates of Furman University report earnings of $35,856 one year after graduation, $50,796 after five years, and $68,635 after ten years. The median debt for graduates is $23,250.

Generated from College Scorecard & IPEDS data

Earning Projection Over Time

$36k

1 YEAR

$51k

5 YEARS

$69k

10 YEARS

Top 30% in Earnings

Graduate Outcomes

One year after graduation, Furman University alumni earn a median salary of $35,856. Five years after graduation, the median salary increases to $50,796, and after ten years, the median salary is $68,635. The median debt for graduates is $23,250.

Furman University has a high retention rate of 90.6% and an 83.5% graduation rate. The university has an acceptance rate of 52.6% and a student body of 2,322. The in-state tuition is $58,312, and 27.8% of students receive financial aid.

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Campus Location

Greenville, South Carolina

Greenville, SC 29613-6162

Furman University is located in Greenville, South Carolina. The campus is in a suburban setting.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Furman University has an acceptance rate of 52.6%.