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Your chances of getting into Furman University

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Percent Admitted 

71.4%
Admission Difficulty for Furman University
Measure Difficulty
Admission Standards Very High 
Applicant Competition Low 

Acceptance Rate

The acceptance rate at Furman is 71.4%.  Its admission rate is the 15th lowest in South Carolina.

Admission Selectivity

How hard is it to get into Furman and can you get accepted?

Furman is a moderately competitive school to get into. You have a strong chance of acceptance if you meet the criteria. Last year, 5,119 out of the 7,174 who applied were admitted.

The school has very high admission requirements, generally admitting students who can score in the top 14 percent on standardized admission tests. Furman University typically accepts and attracts "B+" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.61. Most incoming freshmen graduate in the top quarter of their high school class. 13% of those admitted chose to enroll in the school.

Can you get into Furman?

71% are accepted, can you get in? Use the admission calculator to see if you have the grades and test scores needed to get in. See your admission chances based on your extracurriculars, intended major, background, and more.

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Admission Requirements in Brief

To have the best chance of getting into to Furman University you should:

  • Have a high school GPA of 3.61 or better
  • Earn B+ grades in high school
  • Score 1330 on the SAT
  • Score 31 on the ACT
  • Graduate in the top 25% of your high school class
  • Submit letters of recommendation from your teachers

Furman GPA

GPA Requirements & Average GPA

Avg. High School GPA 

3.61

Typical High School Grades 

B+

What GPA do you need to get into Furman University?

GPA Requirements

The GPA requirements for getting into Furman are to have around a 3.61 high school GPA. You are required to have very good grades in high school.

If your high school GPA meets these requirements, there is a good chance you will be accepted as Furman accepts 71% of students who apply.

Average GPA

The average unweighted GPA at Furman is 3.61 on the 4.0 scale. To achieve the average GPA for admission, you need to earn B+ letter grades and regularly score around 87-89 percent on tests and assignments in high school.  The school ranks #16 in South Carolina for highest average GPA.

Importance of GPA

Since Furman is a test optional college, extra focus will be placed on your GPA when the school considers your application. As a result, it is very important that you meet the GPA requirements.

See additional colleges accepting applicants in the 3.6 GPA range.

Competitiveness by GPA Ranges

The table below outlines the number of admitted freshmen by GPA range as well as how competitive your GPA will be as compared with other applicants.

High School GPA's for admitted Furman University students
High School GPA Freshmen Within Range Competitiveness 
4.0 17.97% Good
3.75 to 3.99 25.35% Avg +
3.50 to 3.74 20.89% Avg -
3.25 to 3.49 18.28% Reach
3.00 to 3.24 12.14% Reach
2.50 to 2.99 5.23% Reach
2.00 to 2.49 0.15% Low
1.00 to 1.99 0% Low
less than 1.00 0% Low

 What do these chances mean?

GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2022

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Furman SAT Scores

Test Optional

Submission of SAT or ACT scores is not required for admission to Furman University. If you submit test scores, they will be considered with your application, but they are not mandatory. 26% of students submitted SAT scores and 29% submitted ACT scores for admission for the most recent academic year..

SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score

SAT Range 

1240-1422

Applicants Submitting SAT 

26%
SAT Scores for Furman University
SAT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile 630
Math 25th Percentile 610
Composite 25th Percentile 1240
SAT Scores for Furman University
SAT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile 720
Math 75th Percentile 702
Composite 75th Percentile 1422
Average SAT Score 1330

SAT Scores you need to get in

What are the SAT requirements for you to be admitted to Furman University?

Average Score & Range

The average SAT score at Furman is 1330 out of 1600 and the range for the middle 50% of accepted students is 1240-1422. Students who get into Furman University score in the top 19 percent of all SAT test takers..  Furman ranks #1 in the state of South Carolina and #123 in the nation for highest average SAT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

You should target scoring 1330 or above to be most competitive with other applicants. Furman regularly admits students with SAT scores down to 1240 on a 1600 scale. However, three quarter of admitted students score higher. If you score below a 1240, admission should be considered a reach. Some students may be accepted with minimum SAT's as low as 1150, but scores this low are outside the normal range.

Score Submission Requirements

Furman University is a test optional school meaning do not have to submit SAT scores with your application. The position on SAT scores from the college is "considered but not required".

View other colleges which accept students in the 1330 SAT score range.

Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2021 starting class

Chance of Acceptance by SAT Score

The table below outlines your predicted admission chances based on SAT score alone. If you are an average applicant with a score of 1331, you have around a 71% chance of being admitted. A 1422 places you well ahead of most other applicants and gives you about a 82% chance of getting in.

Furman University admission chances by SAT score
SAT Score (1600 scale) Competitiveness  Admission Chances 
1422 and Above Good >82%
1331 to 1422 Avg + 71%-82%
1240 to 1331 Avg - 56%-71%
1149 to 1240 Reach 40%-56%
Less than 1149 Low <40%
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Furman ACT Scores

ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score

ACT Range 

29-33 

Applicants Submitting ACT 

29%
ACT Scores for Furman University
ACT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile 29
Math 25th Percentile 26
Composite 25th Percentile 29
ACT Scores for Furman University
ACT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile 35
Math 75th Percentile 31
Composite 75th Percentile 33
Average ACT Score 31

ACT Scores needed to get accepted

What are the ACT requirements for students to get into Furman?

Score Range

The average ACT score for admitted students to Furman is 31, while the middle 50% of students (25th to 75th percentile) score between a 29 and 33.  The school ranks #1 in South Carolina and #94 in the U.S. for highest average ACT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

For the best chance of admission, you should have an ACT of 31. This will place you in solid competition against other applicants. At a minimum, you should aim for a 29 and score in the score in the top 9 percent nationally. The lowest ACT score likely to be admitted is a 27.

29 percent of applicants submit ACT scores to Furman University.

Score Submission Requirements

You do not have to to submit ACT scores with your application as Furman University is test optional. The policy from the school on ACT scores is "considered but not required".

Find other colleges with similar ACT score requirements

Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2021 starting class

Chance of Acceptance by ACT Score

Here are your predicted chances of getting into Furman for different ACT score ranges. A typical applicant with a 31 score has around 71% chance of getting in. Your odds increase to about 82% with a 33 ACT score.

Furman University admission chances by ACT score
ACT Score Competitiveness  Admission Chances 
33 and Above Good >82%
31 to 33 Avg + 71%-82%
29 to 31 Avg - 56%-71%
27 to 29 Reach 40%-56%
Less than 27 Low <40%
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High School Class Rank

69% of Furman University freshman are in the top twenty five percent of their high school graduating class and 40% are in the top ten percent.

High School Class Rank for admitted Furman University students
High School Class Rank Freshmen Within Range
Top 10% of class 39.5%
Top 25% of class 69%
Top 50% of class 93%
Data Source, Peterson's Data

Applying

Admission Statistics

Admission and enrollment rates by gender are detailed the the table below.

Furman University admission statistics
Women Men Total
Applied 4,180 2,994 7,174
Accepted 3,105 2,014 5,119
Acceptance Rate 74% 67% 71%
Enrolled 374 282 656
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) 12% 14% 13%
Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2021 starting class

Fall 2024 Application Deadline

Applications Due

Jan 15, 2024

Days left to Apply

44

Applicants have 44 days left until the Fall 2024 term applications are due on Jan 15, 2024.

Application Fee

The cost for prospective students to apply to Furman University is $50.

Application Requirements

What are the requirements for admission to Furman University and what student information is used for admission decisions?

Furman University Application Requirements
Test Scores Considered but not required
High School GPA Required
High School Class Rank Considered but not required
Completion of College Preparatory Program Considered but not required
Recommendations Recommended
Demonstration of Competencies Neither required nor recommended

Credits Accepted

High School Credits Accepted at Furman University
AP Credit Yes
Dual Credit No
Credit for Life Experiences No

Admission Requirements Summary

Because Furman is moderately competitive, you have a strong chance of acceptance with the right GPA and test scores. If you have a 3.61 GPA, you have a very good likelihood of getting in. A 1330 on the SAT and 31 on the ACT will further lock in your application.

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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=218070 IPEDS survey data for Furman University.

FAQs

Does Furman University prefer SAT or ACT?

26% of students submit their SAT scores to Furman. 29% of applicants send their ACT scores when applying.

What is my chance of getting into Furman University?

71% of those who apply are granted admission to Furman. Admission competition is low and the college has very high admission standards. See if your grades and scores are good enough for admission.

What SAT score is required for Furman University?

The middle 50% of addmitted applicants have SAT scores between 1240 and 1422. The average SAT score is 1331. See if your SAT score is good enough for admission.

What ACT score is required for Furman University?

The middle 50% of addmitted applicants have ACT scores between 29 and 33. The average ACT score is 31. See if your ACT score is good enough for admission.