Below are the key facts about the program, including rankings, popularity, diversity, and earnings. Find out how Furman University stacks up against peers offering general biology.
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Furman University is a solid choice among schools offering general biology. In particular, it placed #294 out of 1,249 schools by College Factual. It is also ranked #5 in South Carolina.
During the most recent reporting year, Furman University conferred 34 bachelor’s degrees in general biology.
To complete a bachelor’s at Furman University, general biology students borrow a median amount of $21,645 in student loans. This is below $23,764, the typical median for all majors at Furman University.
The full-time undergraduate tuition and fees are shown below.
| In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $52,992 | $59,360 |
| Fees | $410 | $410 |
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In the most recent graduating class, 24% of general biology bachelor’s degrees went to men and 76% went to women.
The largest share of general biology bachelor’s degree graduates at Furman University are White. Roughly 82% of graduates 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 general biology.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 1 |
| Black or African American | 2 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 0 |
| White | 28 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 0 |
| Other Races | 3 |
Review the following statistics on the composition of the general biology majors at Furman University.
This general biology program at Furman University includes the following concentrations:
| Concentration | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Biology/Biological Sciences, General | 34 |
Furman University awarded 34 completions in biology/biological sciences, general in the most recent reporting year — 76% to women and 24% to men. The largest share of these graduates were White (82%).