At a glance
Average net price
$30,308
In-state, after aid
6-year graduation rate
78.8%
Admission rate
43%
Undergrad size
2,379
In-state tuition
$59,770
Out-of-state tuition
$59,770
Cost of attendance
$76,798
Median earnings (10y)
$68,635
Admissions
- SAT average
- 1,371
- ACT midpoint
- 31
- Retention
- 90.6%
- Locale
- Suburb
Programs breakdown
18 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by social sciences (27%), stem (23%), humanities & arts (22%).
- STEM23%
- Health2%
- Business11%
- Humanities & arts22%
- Social sciences27%
- Trades & services14%
- Social sciences14.3%~341 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Parks & recreation14.1%~336 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Business11.1%~264 students/yr · BusinessCompare schools
- ~211 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Communication7.3%~173 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~154 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Psychology6.1%~144 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Education5.3%~125 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Computer science4.7%~111 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~96 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~77 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~67 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- English2.6%~63 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Mathematics2.6%~63 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~58 students/yr · HealthCompare schools
- ~39 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~29 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- History1.2%~29 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Political Science and Government. | Bachelor's | 120 | $36,108 | $27,000 |
| Communication and Media Studies. | Bachelor's | 113 | $36,227 | $22,631 |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness. | Bachelor's | 113 | — | — |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor's | 105 | $47,571 | $19,500 |
| Biology, General. | Bachelor's | 87 | $14,357 | $21,645 |
| Psychology, General. | Bachelor's | 85 | $24,821 | $27,000 |
| Music. | Bachelor's | 58 | — | $20,830 |
| Romance Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics. | Bachelor's | 57 | — | $26,955 |
| Chemistry. | Bachelor's | 45 | — | — |
| History. | Bachelor's | 45 | — | $26,036 |
| English Language and Literature, General. | Bachelor's | 40 | — | — |
| Sustainability Studies. | Bachelor's | 37 | — | — |
| Fine and Studio Arts. | Bachelor's | 37 | — | — |
| Economics. | Bachelor's | 36 | — | $24,125 |
| Mathematics. | Bachelor's | 35 | — | — |
| Health/Medical Preparatory Programs. | Master's | 35 | — | — |
| Area Studies. | Bachelor's | 34 | — | — |
| Philosophy. | Bachelor's | 31 | — | — |
| Design and Applied Arts. | Master's | 30 | — | — |
| Educational Administration and Supervision. | Graduate certificate | 29 | $61,615 | — |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Bachelor's | 29 | — | — |
| Computer Science. | Bachelor's | 27 | — | — |
| Religion/Religious Studies. | Bachelor's | 27 | — | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Bachelor's | 25 | — | — |
| Information Science/Studies. | Bachelor's | 24 | — | — |
| Sociology. | Bachelor's | 24 | — | — |
| Public Health. | Bachelor's | 22 | — | — |
| Germanic Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics. | Bachelor's | 19 | — | — |
| Neurobiology and Neurosciences. | Bachelor's | 19 | — | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Undergraduate certificate | 18 | — | — |
| Geological and Earth Sciences/Geosciences. | Bachelor's | 18 | — | — |
| Education, General. | Bachelor's | 17 | — | — |
| Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other. | Bachelor's | 17 | — | — |
| Classics and Classical Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics. | Bachelor's | 14 | — | — |
| Education, General. | Master's | 13 | — | — |
| Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences, Other. | Bachelor's | 13 | $23,613 | $21,913 |
| Educational Administration and Supervision. | Master's | 12 | — | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas. | Bachelor's | 12 | — | — |
| Urban Studies/Affairs. | Bachelor's | 10 | — | — |
| Anthropology. | Bachelor's | 9 | — | — |
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 Furman University
Furman University is a mid-sized institution located in Greenville, South Carolina, primarily awarding the bachelor's degree. It enrolls roughly 2,379 undergraduate students in a suburb setting. The most popular fields of study include Social sciences, Parks & recreation, Business.
Cost & tuition
The average net price at Furman University — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $30,308 per year, which is above the national average compared to other U.S. institutions. Published tuition is $59,770 per year before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $76,798 annually.
Graduation & earnings outcomes
The 6-year graduation rate is 78.8%, a strong completion outcome. 90.6% 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 $68,635 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.
Programs & majors
Furman University confers degrees and certificates across 18 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Social sciences, Parks & recreation, Business. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by social sciences (27% of credentials), stem (23% of credentials), humanities & arts (22% 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
Furman University accepts 43% of applicants, making it selective. Admitted students have an average SAT score around 1,371. The ACT midpoint for admitted students is roughly 31.
Location & campus
Set in Greenville, South Carolina (suburb), Furman University draws students from across South Carolina 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 Furman University
Q.How much does Furman University cost?
The average net price at Furman University is $30,308 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $76,798.
Q.What is the graduation rate at Furman University?
Furman University has a 6-year graduation rate of 78.8% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
Q.How hard is it to get into Furman University?
Furman University admits 43% of applicants, which is considered selective.
Q.How much do Furman University graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, the median Furman University graduate earns $68,635 per year.
Q.What is tuition at Furman University?
Published tuition is $59,770 in-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.
Q.Where is Furman University located?
Furman University is located in Greenville, South Carolina (ZIP 29613).
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 Furman University at their official website.