At a glance
Average net price
$21,574
In-state, after aid
6-year graduation rate
70.8%
Admission rate
60%
Undergrad size
1,212
In-state tuition
$25,620
Out-of-state tuition
$25,620
Cost of attendance
$38,315
Median earnings (10y)
$47,485
Admissions
- SAT average
- 1,109
- ACT midpoint
- 24
- Retention
- 85.9%
- Locale
- Town
Programs breakdown
22 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by humanities & arts (32%), social sciences (19%), stem (13%).
- STEM13%
- Health10%
- Business13%
- Humanities & arts32%
- Social sciences19%
- Trades & services12%
- Business13.0%~157 students/yr · BusinessCompare schools
- ~126 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Health professions10.0%~121 students/yr · HealthCompare schools
- Education7.6%~93 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~93 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Theology6.9%~84 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Psychology6.7%~81 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~64 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~56 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Computer science3.9%~48 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Liberal arts3.7%~45 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Communication3.5%~42 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~39 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- English2.8%~34 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~34 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~28 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~20 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~11 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Mathematics0.9%~11 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Social sciences0.9%~11 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- History0.9%~11 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Engineering0.2%~3 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
Share of all degrees and certificates awarded in each broad CIP-2 program area (U.S. Department of Education, latest reporting year). Estimated students/yr = share × undergrad size.
Specific majors offered
40 specific majors with reported completions. Earnings shown are median annual earnings 1 year after graduation; debt is median student-loan debt at graduation.
| Major | Credential | Grads | Median earnings | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Bachelor's | 74 | $54,125 | $24,800 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Bachelor's | 73 | $33,206 | $23,125 |
| Teaching English or French as a Second or Foreign Language. | Graduate certificate | 45 | — | — |
| Bible/Biblical Studies. | Bachelor's | 44 | $30,949 | $25,000 |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness. | Bachelor's | 38 | — | — |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | Associate's | 36 | — | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Master's | 31 | — | — |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Master's | 29 | — | — |
| Psychology, General. | Bachelor's | 28 | — | $27,000 |
| Film/Video and Photographic Arts. | Bachelor's | 28 | — | — |
| Social Work. | Bachelor's | 27 | $23,997 | $24,200 |
| Finance and Financial Management Services. | Bachelor's | 27 | — | — |
| Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology. | Master's | 26 | $36,983 | — |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor's | 26 | — | — |
| Student Counseling and Personnel Services. | Graduate certificate | 22 | — | — |
| Biology, General. | Bachelor's | 21 | — | $22,750 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas. | Graduate certificate | 20 | — | — |
| Marketing. | Bachelor's | 19 | $29,433 | — |
| Educational Administration and Supervision. | Graduate certificate | 18 | — | — |
| Fine and Studio Arts. | Bachelor's | 18 | $24,359 | — |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Bachelor's | 18 | — | — |
| Finance and Financial Management Services. | Master's | 17 | — | — |
| History. | Bachelor's | 17 | — | — |
| Educational Administration and Supervision. | Doctoral | 16 | — | — |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Master's | 16 | — | — |
| Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication. | Bachelor's | 15 | — | — |
| Family and Consumer Sciences/Human Sciences, General. | Bachelor's | 15 | — | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Graduate certificate | 14 | — | — |
| English Language and Literature, General. | Bachelor's | 13 | — | — |
| Biochemistry, Biophysics and Molecular Biology. | Bachelor's | 13 | — | — |
| Theological and Ministerial Studies. | Master's | 13 | — | — |
| Political Science and Government. | Bachelor's | 13 | — | — |
| Curriculum and Instruction. | Master's | 11 | — | — |
| Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology. | First professional | 11 | — | — |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Bachelor's | 11 | — | — |
| Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other. | Bachelor's | 10 | — | — |
| Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management. | Bachelor's | 8 | — | — |
| Special Education and Teaching. | Bachelor's | 8 | — | — |
| Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft. | Bachelor's | 8 | — | — |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services. | Master's | 8 | — | — |
Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard Field of Study. Earnings cover graduates who received federal financial aid and are working / not enrolled. Cells marked "—" are not reported or were suppressed for privacy.
About Freed-Hardeman University
Freed-Hardeman University is a mid-sized institution located in Henderson, Tennessee, primarily awarding the bachelor's degree. It enrolls roughly 1,212 undergraduate students in a town setting. The most popular fields of study include Business, Visual & performing arts, Health professions.
Cost & tuition
The average net price at Freed-Hardeman University — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $21,574 per year, which is above the national average compared to other U.S. institutions. Published tuition is $25,620 per year before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $38,315 annually.
Graduation & earnings outcomes
The 6-year graduation rate is 70.8%, a strong completion outcome. 85.9% of first-time students return for a second year, a useful proxy for student satisfaction and academic fit. Ten years after enrolling, the median graduate earns $47,485 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.
Programs & majors
Freed-Hardeman University confers degrees and certificates across 22 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Business, Visual & performing arts, Health professions. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by humanities & arts (32% of credentials), social sciences (19% of credentials), stem (13% of credentials), which gives a quick read on the school's overall academic profile. Use the programs breakdown below to see every reported area, an estimated number of students per program per year, and links to compare other U.S. colleges in the same field.
Admissions
Freed-Hardeman University accepts 60% of applicants, making it moderately selective. Admitted students have an average SAT score around 1,109. The ACT midpoint for admitted students is roughly 24.
Location & campus
Set in Henderson, Tennessee (town), Freed-Hardeman University draws students from across Tennessee and beyond. Prospective students often weigh proximity, cost of living, and local industry demand when choosing between schools in this area.
Frequently asked questions about Freed-Hardeman University
Q.How much does Freed-Hardeman University cost?
The average net price at Freed-Hardeman University is $21,574 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $38,315.
Q.What is the graduation rate at Freed-Hardeman University?
Freed-Hardeman University has a 6-year graduation rate of 70.8% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
Q.How hard is it to get into Freed-Hardeman University?
Freed-Hardeman University admits 60% of applicants, which is considered moderately selective.
Q.How much do Freed-Hardeman University graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, the median Freed-Hardeman University graduate earns $47,485 per year.
Q.What is tuition at Freed-Hardeman University?
Published tuition is $25,620 in-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.
Q.Where is Freed-Hardeman University located?
Freed-Hardeman University is located in Henderson, Tennessee (ZIP 38340).
Data on this page comes from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard and IPEDS, the federal sources colleges are required to report to. Net price, graduation rate, and earnings figures reflect the latest available federal release. Always verify current tuition and program availability directly with Freed-Hardeman University at their official website.