by our College Data Analytics TeamWe've pulled together some essential information you should know about the program, including how many students graduate each year, the ethnic diversity of these students, and more. In addition, we cover how Furman ranks in comparison to other schools with religion programs.
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The bachelor's program at Furman was ranked #16 on College Factual's Best Schools for religion list. It is also ranked #1 in South Carolina.
| Ranking Type | Rank |
|---|---|
| Best Religious Studies Bachelor’s Degree Schools | 14 |
| Best Religious Studies Schools | 16 |
During the 2021-2022 academic year, Furman University handed out 15 bachelor's degrees in religious studies. This is a decrease of 6% over the previous year when 16 degrees were handed out.
During the 2022-2023 academic year, part-time undergraduate students at Furman paid an average of $1,809 per credit hour. No discount was available for in-state students. The following table shows the average full-time tuition and fees for undergraduates.
| In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $57,902 | $57,902 |
| Fees | $410 | $410 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,000 | $1,000 |
| On Campus Room and Board | $15,868 | $15,868 |
| On Campus Other Expenses | $2,000 | $2,000 |
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Of the 15 religion students who graduated with a bachelor's degree in 2021-2022 from Furman, about 27% were men and 73% were women.
The majority of bachelor's degree recipients in this major at Furman are white. In the most recent graduating class for which data is available, 80% of students fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Furman University with a bachelor's in religion.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 0 |
| Black or African American | 1 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 1 |
| White | 12 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 0 |
| Other Races | 1 |
Furman does not offer an online option for its religion bachelor’s degree program at this time. To see if the school offers distance learning options in other areas, visit the Furman Online Learning page.
Take a look at the following statistics related to the make-up of the religion majors at Furman University.
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Philosophy | 14 |
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