| Furman University | vs. | Western Carolina University |
|---|---|---|
| Greenville, South Carolina | Location | Cullowhee, North Carolina |
| Four-years, Private (not-for-profit) | School Type | four-years, Public |
| Master's degree | Highest Degree Offered | Doctor's degree |
| Baccalaureate College - Arts & Sciences | Carnegie Classification | Doctoral / Research University |
| $58,312 | 2024 Tuition & Fees | In-State$4,532
Out-Of-State$8,532 |
| 96% | % Receiving Financial Aid | 96% |
| $35,600 | Average Amount of Financial Aid | $4,444 |
| 53.00 % | Acceptance Rates | 87.00 % |
| 14.01 % | Yield (Enrollment Rates) | 13.00 % |
| 1,350 | SAT Score | 1,155 |
| 30 | ACT Score | 23 |
| 85 % | Graduation Rate | 60 % |
| 12 % | Transfer-out Rate | 28 % |
| 88 % | Retention Rate | 71 % |
| 2,443 | Student Population | 11,635 |
| 260 | Number of Faculties | 544 |
| 9 to 1 | Students to Faculty Ratio | 16 to 1 |
| Distance Learning (Online Classes), ROTC, Study Abroad, Teacher Certification | Special Learning Opportunities | Distance Learning (Online Classes), Study Abroad, Weekend/Evening College, Teacher Certification |
| Academic/career counseling service, Employment services, Placement services | On Campus Student Services | Academic/career counseling service, Employment services, Placement services, On-campus daycare |