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Academics

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Quick Stats

Student-Faculty Ratio 11:1
Full-Time Student Population 2,664
Part-Time Student Population 228
Full-Time Instructional Faculty 229
Part-Time Instructional Faculty 23
Total FT Faculty 247
Faculty with Terminal Degree 79%
Average Faculty Salary $76,823
Full-Time Retention Rate 89%
Part-Time Retention Rate 75%
Transfer-Out Rate 11%
Graduation Rate 84%
Programs/Majors Offered 55
Average Course Load 4 courses
Academic/Career Counseling? Yes
Remedial Services? No
Class Sizes
  • Fewer than 20 Students: 62%
  • 20 to 49 Students: 38%
  • 50 or More Students: 0%

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Furman prides itself on the high level of personal attention each student receives from his or her professors. Many choose to work at Furman over larger, more research-oriented schools because of their strong commitment to teaching undergraduates. While professors are required to hold office hours everyday, most are available whenever students decide to drop by to discuss a project or just to chat. It is not unusual for professors to invite the class over for dinner or out to a downtown bar to celebrate the end of a term. The only downside to attending a school with such attentive professors is that those classes where you only show up for the final don’t really exist at Furman. Professors know when you are there and expect you to be ready to participate in class discussion.

Furman has an excellent academic reputation in the Southeast, and its national prestige continues to grow. The academics are one of the primary reasons most students decide to attend Furman. While every professor may not be your favorite, nearly all of them are extremely dedicated to teaching. This consistent quality of educators makes for a broad base of strong academic departments in every field of study.

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Academics at Furman University

akacara

Music Teacher Education '15

4.6
A

Demanding, but Worth It

Furman University is a hugely rigorous school. It is fair to say that whatever high school you went for did not prepare you for this amount of work. However, most of the professors are helpful, and offer reasonable office hours if you need outside help. Also, tutors are provided for free if you need one.

Apr 26, 2012

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codyedgar

Communications '15

4.2
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Communications

My major is communication studies, but what I want to eventually do is direct films. Although communications focuses largely on journalism and broadcasting, the professors supply equipment and knowledge that helps with the film process in a huge way.

Mar 26, 2012

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MadelinWard

Economics '15

4.2
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Workload

The workload is hard but doable. If you put in the effort, you'll benefit.

Mar 12, 2012

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User rating for Furman University - Academics is 4.6 out of 5 based on 28 user reviews.

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Facts

Instructional Programs Occupational: No
Academic: Yes
Continuing Professional: Yes
Recreational/Avocational: No
Adult Basic Remedial: No
Secondary (High School): No
Special Credit Opportunities Advanced Placement (AP) Credits: Yes
Dual Credit: No
Life Experience Credits: No
AP Test Score Requirements Possible credit for scores of 4 or 5
IB Test Score Requirements Possible credit for scores of 6 or 7
Degrees Awarded
  • Bachelor's degree
  • Master's degree
  • Post-bachelor's certificate
Most Popular Majors
  • Business Administration and Management: 4%
  • History, General: 3%
  • Political Science and Government, General: 5%
  • Speech Communication and Rhetoric: 3%
Special Study Options
  • Study abroad
  • Teacher certification (below the postsecondary level)
Best Places to Study
  • Academic Buildings
  • The Library
Did You Know? CLP stands for Cultural Life Program, intended to supplement the educational experience of Furman students. Students must attend four sanctioned cultural events for each semester at Furman before graduating, or 32 total for four years. CLP events range from classical concerts, theater productions, and political speeches, to debates and films.

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Tenell Felder
Hometown
Columbia, SC
Major
Political Science/Communications

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