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67.0%Acceptance
$58,312Tuition
2,322Students
82%Grad Rate (6-yr)
$68,635Earnings
#11 in South CarolinaPrivate nonprofit4-yearSAT/ACT Test OptionalLiberal ArtsNCAA Division IStudy AbroadData: 2023-24

Admissions Details

Acceptance Rate
67.0%
Average SAT
1,358
SAT Range (25th–75th)
1,260–1,455
ACT Composite (avg)
30
Total Enrollment
2,322

Admissions Overview

Furman University is less selective with a 67% acceptance rate, meaning most qualified applicants gain admission. Students typically score between 1260-1455 on the SAT or around 30 on the ACT to be competitive. The university draws 71% of its students from out of state, suggesting it attracts motivated students willing to travel for a quality liberal arts education. With a 9:1 student-faculty ratio and strong retention rate of 91%, Furman seeks intellectually curious students who value close relationships with professors and want to be part of a tight-knit academic community. The school particularly appeals to students interested in undergraduate research opportunities and a traditional college campus experience.